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• GOBA 2013- 25th Anniversary Tour

  • Start
    06/15/2013
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    06/22/2013
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBA

   http://www.outdoor-pursuits.org/goba

  GOBA 2013- 25th Anniversary Tour
  Start 06/15/2013  12:00 noon
  End 06/22/2013  4:00 PM
  Location TBA
  http://www.outdoor-pursuits.org/goba
  
  GOBA 2013, 25th Anniversary Tour
  June 15-22, 2013, Saturday-Saturday
  

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• New Albany Thursday Night Ride

  • When
    06/20/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    New Albany Elementary (87 N High St, New Albany, OH)

  New Albany Thursday Ride
  6:00pm Ride Start at New Albany Elementary (87 N High St, New Albany, OH)
  Distance:
  A Group - 35 to 50 miles
  B Group - 30 to 45 miles
  C Group - 15 to 25 miles
  Rolling to sometimes hilly terrain in and around Licking County. Longer rides head toward Granville and do feature some significant hills. Color maps provided.
  Questions: Contact Shannon Kurek at Shannon.Kurek@hfpracing.com.

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• Delaware County Friday Ride

  • When
    06/21/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    mountain bike parking lot on Africa Road

  Delaware County Fridays
  Fridays, 9AM  Class C,D
  A social ride.  Explore NE Delaware County and small village eateries.  Target distance 30-40 miles DOW. 
  Must be 30 degrees and dry, 12-14 MPR, brunch always. All welcome but faster riders are expected to stop to regroup; no one dropped. 
  Meet at 8:45, northern mountain bike parking lot on Africa Road, 100 FEET NORTH OF CHESIRE ROAD. 
  Looking for co-leaders.
  Beth Caputo  614 226 1339  biknbeddy AT gmail.com
  Ben Slay  benslay AT hotmail.com
  Dick Seebode 740 201 3312 or 614 235 7669

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• Lower Yough Class III+

  • Start
    06/22/2013
  •  
  • End
    06/23/2013
  • Location
    Lower Yough
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Lower Yough Class III+
  June 22-23
  If you paddle a hard boat, just graduated from KII School and want to test all of those new boating skills out, or you just want to paddle, this two-day trip may be for you. The Lower Youghiogheny River in Southwestern Pennsylvania is a tributary of the Monongahela and at 2ft on the gage is mostly class III with a couple of class III+ rapids thrown in for fun. We normally stop below Swimmers rapid to eat lunch, relax or play on the flat spinning wave.
  We'll most likely stay at the Ohiopyle campground, though this could change. (For first timers, I'll provide directions closer to the trip date). Plan on bringing lunch for both days on the river. Breakfast and dinners will be eat in or eat out depending on your preference/budget. The weather in June is mostly warm but weather can be unpredictable and bring much cooler temperatures, so be prepared to layer for a variety of conditions.
  Contact Information: noltimier@guildassociates.com mark.noltimier@att.net
  Phone: 614-258-2819 Cell: 614-557-6098
  
  

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• Lower Yough Class III+

  • Start
    06/22/2013
  •  
  • End
    06/23/2013
  • Location
    [STARTING LOCATION]
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Lower Yough Class III+
  June 22-23
  mark.noltimier@att.net 614-557-6098
  
  

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• Backpacking Survival Trip - Lake Vesuvius

  • Start
    06/22/2013
  •  
  • End
    06/23/2013
  • Location
    Leaving Columbus
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    2 attendees

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  Backpacking Survival Trip - Lake Vesuvius
  June 22, 23 (optional rock climbing on June 21)
  
  

  This trip will challenge your survival skills as if you were in the woods with a minimal amount of resources - other than Mother Nature - such as starting a fire, foraging for edible plants etc.., along with backpacking and optional rock climbing (on Friday, June 21).  For more details, e-mail Chris Watkins at uraniumman@hotmail.com

  
  

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• Blue Jay Roving Ride

  • When
    06/22/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Location
    YMCA, 470 W. Church St., Newark

  Saturday, June 22, 2013
  Blue Jay Roving Ride
  8 am departure
  YMCA, 470 W. Church St., Newark
  Hilly route with several steep climbs; 45/65/90 mile options One food stop on the 65 route, prepare accordingly. A, B, C+ experienced riders
  Mark Wilson  markmwilson AT aol.com  740-504-9769
  Cindy Berard berard1 AT roadrunner.com  740-644-6697

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• Hilliard Dutch Kitchen Ride

  • When
    06/22/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Road Trailhead

  Hilliard Dutch Kitchen - Saturdays
  8:00 AM  (arrive by 7:45) Class B, C 
   Meet in parking lot at Hayden Run Road Trailhead (adjacent to Heritage Trail). Ride to Plain City for breakfast. After breakfast, ride from 30-40 miles. Directions: I-270 to US33/161 exit. West on 33/161 and exit at Avery Rd.  Left on Avery for 1.6 miles, Right on Rings, Left on Cosgray.  Right on Hayden Run (Giant Eagle at corner).  Trailhead is 0.8 mile on right. 
  Henk Colijn 614/306-1162
   Andy Skeen 614/580-2749
   Susan Shuter 614/850-0897
   Brian Richards
   Bernie Clear

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• Canal Winchester Sunday Ride

  • When
    06/23/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection

  Canal Winchester Sundays
  8am, Class A,B
  Ride distances of 40-60 miles thru beautiful Fairfield County.  Routes will get hillier as we progress into the season.  Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road; Canal Winchester. 
  Rotating Leaders: Bob Allen, Brad Blair, Steve Hewitt, Ric Noland, Tim Faigley tcfaigley AT att.net

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• Grove City Monday Night Ride

  • When
    06/24/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Grove City High School on Hoover Rd

  Grove City Monday Night Ride
  Starts April 8, 2013
  6:00PM  Meet at Grove City High School on Hoover Rd
  Class A B C. Mileage varies.
  Leader Dave Brokaw 614-875-9599.

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• Lancaster Monday Night Ride

  • When
    06/24/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Ohio University-Lancaster lower parking lot

  Lancaster Monday Night Ride
  We roll at 6:00 PM sharp.
  Class C and D. Faster riders are welcome as long as you are willing to wait at regroup points. We leave from Ohio University-Lancaster lower parking lot. We are riding 20 miles with lots of hills and an optional loop for an additional 6 miles. Once or twice in July we will tackle Chicken Coop!
  Sam Raver onesam319@yahoo.com 740-653-8254

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• Licking County - Pataskala –Tuesday AM

  • When
    06/25/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Meet in Pataskala, west end of the parking lot at RR tracks, Rt. 310 (Main St), 4 miles N of I-70, 1Ž2 mile S of Rt. 16.

  Licking County - Pataskala, Tuesday AM
  9AM, Class C
  Average speed is 13MPH, no one dropped - we stick together. Cycle scenic rural roads, eat, socialize. 30+ miles. Faster riders welcome if they are willing to regroup regularly.Meet in Pataskala, west end of the parking lot at RR tracks, Rt. 310 (Main St), 4 miles N of I-70, 1/2 mile S of Rt. 16.
  Steve Gassman: sgassman@columbus.rr.com; 614/309 7421
  Ben Slay: benslay@hotmail.com
  Dick Seebode: 740/201 3312
  Char Schaffner: schaffner.char@gmail.com; 740/927-8582
  Connie Walley: conwoman43@aol.com; 614/224 5621

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• Canal Winchester Tuesday Night Ride

  • When
    06/25/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Ride Start at the Parking Lot Behind Shades Restaurant, 19 S High St, Canal Winchester.

  Canal Winchester Tuesday Night Ride.

  Rides Begin on April 2nd. Ride Start at the Parking Lot Behind Shades Restaurant, 19 S High St, Canal Winchester. A, B and C Groups Depart at: A Group-6:00, B Group-6:03-C Group-6:06. Distances vary according to daylight and terrain.  Routes generally are hilly.
  Ride Leaders: Andrew Clayton, Amanda Orr, Mark Clingan, Steve Hewitt & Mark Wilson.
  Maps Provided at the Start.
  Questions? Contact Mark Wilson at markmwilson1@aol.com

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• Hilliard Tuesday Night Ride

  • When
    06/25/2013
  •  
    6:15 PM - 6:15 PM
  • Location
    Heritage Park Metro Park on Hayden Run Rd adjacent to Heritage Trail.

  Hilliard Tuesday Night Ride
  Tuesday 6:15 pm _ Class B, C, D. (begins on April 16)
  16 to 35 miles depending on ability and preference. New and beginning riders welcome. Meet in the parking lot of the Heritage Park Metro Park on Hayden Run Rd adjacent to Heritage Trail. Liability-release sign-in ends at 6:10.Directions: 270 to Tuttle Crossing Blvd exit.
  Go west until it dead ends at Wilcox Rd. Turn left onto Wilcox Road until it dead ends. Turn right onto Hayden Run Road, pass Avery Road, and turn left at the next stop sign; and follow on Hayden Run to Heritage Park Metro Park (parking lot is on right hand side of road).
  Linda Adams 614/296-2189
  Mark & Susan Shuter 614/859-4956
  Mark Curtner 614/529-0185
  Joanna Pollas 614/436-6875

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• DublinTuesday Night Ride

  • When
    06/25/2013
  •  
    6:15 PM - 6:15 PM
  • Location
    Avery Park at south Parking lot.

  Dublin Tuesday Night Ride:
  Tuesday, 6:15 pm. (starts March 12)
  Class A,B Dublin Avery Park. Based on routes by Steve Barbour, ride 20-45 miles from Northwest Columbus to Plain City,Delaware, Shawnee Hills and points in between. Maps provided, routes change weekly. Check http://Bikerdudesworld.blogspot.com
  for updates and ride cancellations if weather is in question. From 270, take 161/33 exit west to Avery Muirfield Road exit. Turn right (north) on Avery. Continue on Avery thorough roundabout and take left to remain on Avery. Park will be on left about 1 mile. Park at south Parking lot.
  For map check out http://local.yahoo.com/info-24441325-avery-park-dublin.
  Roy Burnham 614/735-6420 roybikerdude AT gmail.com
  Bill Gordon 614/370-9121 gordonwj99 AT gmail.com
  

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• Wednesday Morning Worthington Ride

  • When
    06/26/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Worthington Hills Park on SR315

  Wednesday Morning Ride Worthington.
  All Year 9AM Promptly. Class C,D.
  Meet at Worthington Hills Park on SR315. One mile north of I-270. South end of the Olentangy Valley Shopping Center (former Worthington Hills Shopping Center). One mile north of Wilson Bridge Rd. This is the new north end of the Olentangy River Bike Path. Restaurant destination will be determined day of ride. Bring money for lunch. Approximately 25 mile ride. New and beginning riders welcome. We meet for breakfast, if we can’t ride due to weather.
  Gail Falkinburg, 614/861-4478

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• New Albany Thursday Night Ride

  • When
    06/27/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    New Albany Elementary (87 N High St, New Albany, OH)

  New Albany Thursday Ride
  6:00pm Ride Start at New Albany Elementary (87 N High St, New Albany, OH)
  Distance:
  A Group - 35 to 50 miles
  B Group - 30 to 45 miles
  C Group - 15 to 25 miles
  Rolling to sometimes hilly terrain in and around Licking County. Longer rides head toward Granville and do feature some significant hills. Color maps provided.
  Questions: Contact Shannon Kurek at Shannon.Kurek@hfpracing.com.

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• Delaware County Friday Ride

  • When
    06/28/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    mountain bike parking lot on Africa Road

  Delaware County Fridays
  Fridays, 9AM  Class C,D
  A social ride.  Explore NE Delaware County and small village eateries.  Target distance 30-40 miles DOW. 
  Must be 30 degrees and dry, 12-14 MPR, brunch always. All welcome but faster riders are expected to stop to regroup; no one dropped. 
  Meet at 8:45, northern mountain bike parking lot on Africa Road, 100 FEET NORTH OF CHESIRE ROAD. 
  Looking for co-leaders.
  Beth Caputo  614 226 1339  biknbeddy AT gmail.com
  Ben Slay  benslay AT hotmail.com
  Dick Seebode 740 201 3312 or 614 235 7669

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• Antrim to Three Creeks Metro Park Roving Ride

  • When
    06/29/2013
  •  
    7:00 AM - 7:00 AM
  • Location
    Meet at Antrim Park by Kiosk

  Antrim to Three Creeks Metro Park Roving Ride
  June 29-(50 miles out and back).
  Meet at Antrim Park by Kiosk @ 7:00 AM, roll at 7:15 AM. Class A, B &C riders, helmit required. Route mostly flat, in-city, some glass,lots of road surface variety.  Not a speed course (many stops, if you don't like bike paths this not your ride!). Some (10% or less) rough textured roads. Three Creeks Metro Park has restrooms and water, and restrooms along the way. Some construction thru OSU campus (working on river landscape).  Contact ride leader Jeff Stevenson with questions
  (614) 562-1945.

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• Overnight Backpack Trip to Zaleski State Park

  • Start
    06/29/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    06/30/2013
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Leaving Columbus
  • Registered
    1 attendee

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  Zaleski Backpack Overnighter
  June 29, 30
  
  

  Great for beginners and experienced backpackers looking to get out for quick weekend away in nearby Zaleski State Park.  We'll leave early on Saturday and return Sunday evening by 8 pm.

  
  

  
  

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• Hilliard Dutch Kitchen Ride

  • When
    06/29/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Road Trailhead

  Hilliard Dutch Kitchen - Saturdays
  8:00 AM  (arrive by 7:45) Class B, C 
   Meet in parking lot at Hayden Run Road Trailhead (adjacent to Heritage Trail). Ride to Plain City for breakfast. After breakfast, ride from 30-40 miles. Directions: I-270 to US33/161 exit. West on 33/161 and exit at Avery Rd.  Left on Avery for 1.6 miles, Right on Rings, Left on Cosgray.  Right on Hayden Run (Giant Eagle at corner).  Trailhead is 0.8 mile on right. 
  Henk Colijn 614/306-1162
   Andy Skeen 614/580-2749
   Susan Shuter 614/850-0897
   Brian Richards
   Bernie Clear

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• Mad River or Little Miami River

  • When
    06/29/2013
  •  
    11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Mad River or Little Miami or somewhere close paddle
  Saturday June 29, 11:00 am, class I
  Kid/family friendly canoe/kayak trip for the whole family. Perfect opportunity to spend a day outdoors enjoying the scenery and getting some exercise. We expect to paddle approximately 4 hours, no previous experience necessary. Bring your own lunch to eat on the river. Cost could include any equipment rental charges and sharing in the transportation. More detailed information will be provided at a later date. Prefer email as method of contact.
  Reza Reyazi 614/746-0628 rreyaziATyahoo.com
  
  

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• Mad River or Little Miami or . . .

  • When
    06/29/2013
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    [STARTING LOCATION]
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Mad River or Little Miami or somewhere close paddle
  Saturday June 29, 11:00 am, class I
  Kid/family friendly canoe/kayak trip for the whole family. Perfect opportunity to spend a day outdoors enjoying the scenery and getting some exercise. We expect to paddle approximately 4 hours, no previous experience necessary. Bring your own lunch to eat on the river. Cost could include any equipment rental charges and sharing in the transportation. More detailed information will be provided at a later date. Prefer email as method of contact.
  Reza Reyazi 614/746-0628 rreyaziATyahoo.com
  
  

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• Canal Winchester Sunday Ride

  • When
    06/30/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection

  Canal Winchester Sundays
  8am, Class A,B
  Ride distances of 40-60 miles thru beautiful Fairfield County.  Routes will get hillier as we progress into the season.  Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road; Canal Winchester. 
  Rotating Leaders: Bob Allen, Brad Blair, Steve Hewitt, Ric Noland, Tim Faigley tcfaigley AT att.net

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• FREE Safe Group Riding Clinic

  • When
    07/02/2013
  •  
    6:15 AM
  • Location
    Veloscience Bike Works, 220 Market Street, Suite B, New Albany, OH 43045
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  This is a FREE Clinic for any one new to group cycling on the road. The instructor is Todd Lee and he has 25 years of cycling experience conducting many cycling skill clinics. He has experience coaching and participating in all levels of cycling, but this training is for the novice to group riding.

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• ACBE - Alum Creek Boating Event

  • When
    07/02/2013
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Alum Creek Beach
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM, June through August
  Alum Creek Boating Event (ACBE)
  For years many boaters have made the pilgrimage out to Alum Creek Beech every Tuesday @ 6:30 PM, June through August, to practice strokes, rolls, and rescues. This year we will continue to trek out to the beech every Tuesday, but we have added some fun new events. There will be a photo contest, demos of common mistakes swimmers make, information on best trips to paddle based on your skill level, kayak soccer, a raffle, prizes from The Outdoor SourceTM, and more.
  The Outdoor SourceTM will also come out with some of their latest equipment from their new Polaris location for you to try out. Check COP’s new Meetup.com site for event dates.
  All skill levels are welcome with participants providing their own boats, although Outdoor Source will provide boats and equipment on some demo days. Participants are required to sign a standard COP liability release at the event. ACBEs are at the NORTH end of Alum Creek Lake State Park Beach. This is the part of the beach furthest from the dam on the west side of the reservoir.
  Subscribe to Yahoo Group COPBOAT, Facebook, and COP’s new Meetup.com http://www.meetup.com/Columbus_Outdoor_Pursuits/ for more information and last minute updates.
  

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• Red, White & Boom

  • When
    07/03/2013
  •  
    8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    Downtown Columbus
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Red White and Boom
  Wednesday July 3

  
  We've reserved the best seats in the house! Leave the crowds behind and enjoy the largest fireworks display in the midwest from a prime spot on the river.

  
  

  Once again COP will be providing canoes, kayaks, and rafts from which to enjoy the downtown display. Pre-registration with payment is required to reserve equipment for this popular event; see application in this month’s newsletter.

   
  

  If you are bringing your own equipment,no need to register with us, but note that PFD’s are required, boats must be licensed and registered,and lights are required after dark. 

  
  

  The launch site is the Lower Olentangy Boat Ramp at the west end of Nationwide Blvd. Come early to navigate the street closures and beat the crowds.

   We also need volunteers to help wrangle equipment before and after the event.

  
  For more information contact Mike Wadkowski 614-746-4700 mandk2canoe@wowway.com
  
  

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• Bob Dorwart Lower Yough Memorial Paddle (class III/IV)

  • When
    07/05/2013
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Lower Yough
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Bob Dorwart Lower Yough Memorial Paddle (class III/IV)
  Friday, July 5
  Join one of Bob's closest and dearest friends Butch Weaver and Butch's girls for a day of honoring and remembering Bob Dorwart. Bring your stories, flowers to fill the river with memories, rubber snakes for the camp site, quiet time in the morning bird watching over coffee and left over (non-refridgerated) crock pot dinner for breakfast........This year's Butch-O-Rama will be bitter sweet as we remember a great man who touched so many lives both on and off the river.
  For those boating: We plan on putting on the river at 10:00 sharp! If you are joining us, be prepared to meet and run shuttle at 9:00.
  In the tradition of paddling with Bob, shuttle will be run at 9:00 and the trip will put on promptly at 10:00 and travel down river with limited playing and well, continue on without knowing where you may have ventured off to.
  Bring lunch and depending on how large the group is, we'll pick a spot along the way to eat (wrap roll ups were Bob and Butch's traditional fixings.)
  For those non-boaters: come see us off at the put in, meet us at Cucumber, Railroad or Swimmer's. Walk or bike along the river and shed a tear, share a memory or put a flower in the river. Shuttle bunnies are also welcome!
  Want to just stop by and say hello? That would be great too! Contact us for details regarding our camping.
  Please contact either Butch Weaver butch_weaver@hotmail.com or Toni Hartley toni_hartley@hotmail.com to confirm your memory and honor paddle spot or for more information. ( Please put 'Bob Memorial Paddle' in the subject line)ease contact either Butch Weaver butch_weaver@hotmail.com or Toni Hartley toni_hartley@hotmail.com to confirm your memory and honor paddle spot or for more information. ( Please put 'Bob Memorial Paddle' in the subject line)
  
  

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• Lower Yough Class III+

  • Start
    07/06/2013
  •  
  • End
    07/07/2013
  • Location
    Lower Yough
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Lower Yough Class III+

  Sat/Sun July 6 & 7
  This should be a nice weekend to get away from the city , escape the heat and enjoy a fun and relaxing couple of days on the river. For recent graduates of K2 and newer boaters it will offer some enjoyable challenges. I will already be in the area so if you have an interest in paddling on this weekend call/text or send me an email and we can talk further about put on times and where to stay/camp.
  Chris Russell 614-374-0431 or crusselloh@earthlink.net
  
  
  

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• FREE Safe Group Riding Clinic

  • When
    07/09/2013
  •  
    6:15 AM
  • Location
    Veloscience Bike Works, 220 Market Street, Suite B, New Albany, OH 43045
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  This is a FREE Clinic for any one new to group cycling on the road. The instructor is Todd Lee and he has 25 years of cycling experience conducting many cycling skill clinics. He has experience coaching and participating in all levels of cycling, but this training is for the novice to group riding.

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• Quickie Kayak Class

  • When
    07/09/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Alum Creek State Park
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Quickie Kayak Class ….New for 2013
  Tuesday June 19th or Tuesday July 9th
  6 to 8 pm
  This is a fun, short, 2 hour introduction to recreational kayaking.
  The class will be held at Alum Creek State Park Beach.
  Dryland instruction will cover how to fit life jackets, how to hold a paddle, how to fit your boat and other topics. On water instruction will cover strokes and how to stay upright!
  See registration form in May issue.
  Cost: $25.00 Questions to: John Lane lane.30 AT osu.edu
  
  

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• 2013 Mad River Family Boating Trip

  • When
    07/13/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Leaving from Columbus, OH
  • Spaces left
    30
  • Registered
    Nobody

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  This will be a hoot!  We will burble down a shallow, quiet section of the bee-utiful Mad River from Urbana to the country line.  The water is cool, the river is mostly shaded, and we encourage families to bring their children. Canoes, kayaks, sea kayaks are all welcome.  Bring your lunch, and expect to get a little (or alot) wet during the lazy paddle.  We will have lunch on an idyllic gravel bar, and swimming will be encouraged. This event is only open to COP members.  

  
  

  Contact Keith Finn at orcafinn (AT) gmail.com  614.560.3558 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 614.560.3558 FREE  end_of_the_skype_highlighting  

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• Rocky Road Roving Ride

  • When
    07/13/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
  • Location
    Circleville High School

  Rocky Road Roving Ride
  July 13, 2013.  8:00 am whole-group, prompt departure.
  A,B,C+ experienced riders.  Circleville High School, 380 Clark Drive.  50, 70 mile options featuring southeastern Pickaway County, northern Ross County, Tar Hollow State Park and Rocky Road.  Bring your climbing gears!  Food/water stops are available but limited, so prepare accordingly. Restrooms available at the start.  Park in designated lots. (avoid the construction areas). 
  Peggie Shaw    peggie17 AT yahoo.com   Mitch O'Donnell    goodjohan AT yahoo.com

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• FREE Safe Group Riding Clinic

  • When
    07/16/2013
  •  
    6:15 AM
  • Location
    Veloscience Bike Works, 220 Market Street, Suite B, New Albany, OH 43045
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  This is a FREE Clinic for any one new to group cycling on the road. The instructor is Todd Lee and he has 25 years of cycling experience conducting many cycling skill clinics. He has experience coaching and participating in all levels of cycling, but this training is for the novice to group riding.

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• Upper New River, class II/II+

  • Start
    07/20/2013
  •  
  • End
    07/21/2013
  • Location
    [STARTING LOCATION]
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Upper New River, Class II/II+
  July 20 and 21, 2013
  This is a fun run, perfect for this year's KII grads. Easy shuttle, warm water, wave trains, few rocks... what more could you ask for? Join us for a relaxing run on a sweet little stretch of river.
  Joyce DeLeo - 614-488-9387, joycedeleo@yahoo.com
  Carol Wheeler - 614-226-3782, cjwheels77@yahoo.com
  
  

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• Lower New, class III/IV

  • Start
    07/20/2013
  •  
  • End
    07/21/2013
  • Location
    New River
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Lower New, Class III-IV

  Saturday –Sunday, July 20 – 21
  Warm water and warm weather – guaranteed ; ) Paddle with Jim and Janice down the beautiful Lower New River. Appropriate skill level and a decent roll are required. We’ll camp at Rifrafters most likely and eat in camp Saturday night or dine out at one of the local restaurants depending on the weather and the whim of the group.
  Direct questions and RSVPs to: Janice at 614-747-0400 janicehogrefe@gmail.com or Jim at 614-747-1004 jimroeger55@gmail.com
  
  

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• XOBA 16 - 2013 - VOLUNTEERS

  • Start
    07/20/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    07/27/2013
  • Location
    Ohio and the Surrounding Territories
  • Registered
    12 attendees

  Register

  XOBA 16 - July 2013 

  Going Where We Have Never Gone Before

  
  

  This is our Sweet 16th.

  http://www.Ride-XOBA.org

  
  

  When:
  July 20th through July 27th, 2013
  

  
  VOLUNTEERS - 

  Please Contact Jerry@Ride-XOBA.org for more information.

  
  

  Volunteer Opportunities...

  SAG and Photography

  Concessions and Merchandising

  Rider Check in

  Route Marking (July Weekends prior to Event)
  
  

  There will be a XOBA Committee and Volunteer Meeting by Mid-February and second one at the End of May to finalize.

  
  

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• XOBA 16 - 2013 - Going Where We Have Never Gone Before - Sweet 16

  • Start
    07/20/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    07/27/2013
  • Location
    Ohio and the Surrounding Territories
  • Spaces left
    170
  • Registered
    79 attendees

  Register

  XOBA 16 - July 2013 

  Going Where We Have Never Gone Before

  
  

  This is our Sweet 16th.

  http://www.Ride-XOBA.org

  
  

  When:
  July 20th through July 27th, 2013
  
  Please arrive at North Central High School, Pioneer, Ohio by 10.am, Saturday, July 20th.
  
  Our Goal:

  To provide a cycling adventure, 
  for the rider ready for a more independent touring experience.

  
  Our Ride:
  Join an diverse group of cyclist and support staff
  through the Greater Ohio Area.
  We will go through beautiful farmland, forests, back country, along rivers and streams.
  
  We average 60-ish miles a day.
  We will have at least two midweek century options
  for the more adventurous among you that want an additional challenge..

  
  

  If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Tour.Director@Ride-XOBA.org or 330.333.XOBA 
  (9622)

  
  Registration fee includes:
  XOBA's Official Themed T-shirt,
  XOBA commemorative wristband,
  

  SAG support,
  1 boxed lunch,
  at least 2 catered dinners,
  XOBA Themed Commemorative pin,
  Baggage transport,
  Expert Bicycle Mechanic,
  Maps,
  marked route
  

  Bus and bicycle transport from Finish to Start

  
  

  We recommend:

  • 15+ speed bicycle in good working condition
  • 
    
  • We strongly recommend carrying two water bottles.
  • 
    
  • Have enough bags on your bike to carry items you will need/want during the day’s ride (bike tools, extra tubes, patch kits, first aid,food, etc.)
  • 
    
  • Do not bring valuables or items easily damaged by water.
  • 
    

  • · Luggage is limited to two duffel bags (only duffels) which are not to exceed a total maximum weight of 50 lbs. per person.

    All items must be inside these bags, and they must have the official XOBA baggage tags that will be in your registration packet.

    · The only exception is a bagged folding chair, which must also have a XOBA baggage tag attached.

    · Bicycling helmets are required! Make sure they are CPSC approved and properly adjusted to fit your head.

  • 
    
  • Each rider must be in good physical condition and trained sufficiently for this event.

  Packing List...

  http://www.ride-xoba.org/home/packing-list/Packing List 2013.pdf
  

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• FREE Safe Group Riding Clinic

  • When
    07/23/2013
  •  
    6:15 AM
  • Location
    Veloscience Bike Works, 220 Market Street, Suite B, New Albany, OH 43045
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  This is a FREE Clinic for any one new to group cycling on the road. The instructor is Todd Lee and he has 25 years of cycling experience conducting many cycling skill clinics. He has experience coaching and participating in all levels of cycling, but this training is for the novice to group riding.

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• Backpacking/Hiking - Polls Plateau to Glade Creek , WV

  • Start
    07/27/2013
  •  
  • End
    07/28/2013
  • Location
    Leaving Columbus
  • Spaces left
    15
  • Registered
    1 attendee

  Register

  Backpacking/Hiking - Polls Plateau to Glade Creek , WV
  
  

  Trip starts Saturday morning leaving from Columbus to West Virginia for a weekend of backpacking/hiking.  Approximate mileage is 6 - 10 miles per day hiking challenging terrain in beautiful WV.  For more details, e-mail Chris Watkins at uraniumman@hotmail.com

  
  

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• Ridge Runner Ramble

  • When
    07/27/2013
  •  
    7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    87 North High Street, New Albany, OH 43054

  Register

  Ridge Runner Ramble
  
  New Albany Elementary School, 87 N. High Street, New Albany.
  
  Roads will be marked and maps provided. Short route has three hills; longer routes have many more. Ride the ridges on routes of 31/52/85/100 miles.
  
  $4 member, $7 non-member.
  
  Joanna Pallos jootbuck @aol.com 614/436-6875 Mark Curtner mcurtner@columbus.rr.com

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• FREE Safe Group Riding Clinic

  • When
    07/30/2013
  •  
    6:15 AM
  • Location
    Veloscience Bike Works, 220 Market Street, Suite B, New Albany, OH 43045
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  This is a FREE Clinic for any one new to group cycling on the road. The instructor is Todd Lee and he has 25 years of cycling experience conducting many cycling skill clinics. He has experience coaching and participating in all levels of cycling, but this training is for the novice to group riding.

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• Monthly Board Meeting

  • When
    08/01/2013
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, Columbus OH 43220
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  All are always welcome.

  
  

  However, if you have business to bring before the Board you need to contact the President one week in advance to get on the agenda!

  
  Keith Finn

  president@outdoor-pursuits.org

  
  

  Office is located in the Ohio Restaurant Association Building. 

  
  

  Please use the west door and go downstairs.

  SUITE 100 

   

  
  

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• Intermediate WW Class III

  • Start
    08/02/2013
  •  
  • End
    08/04/2013
  • Location
    [STARTING LOCATION]
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Intermediate WW Class III
  August 2-4
  I have no idea what will have water for this trip, but something between the Slippery Rock in northern PA and the Bluestone in southern WV should be runnable. River(s) to be announced the week of the trip base on river levels and weather forecast. Camp out, dinner in town or camp depending on area, weather and inclination.
  David Seslar david.seslar@gmail.com 614-334-9352
  
  

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• Ride The Darby

  • When
    08/03/2013
  •  
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Hoover Road and Route 665, Grove City, OH

  Register

  Ride The Darby
  
  Buckeye Grove Shopping Center at the corner of Hoover Road and Route 665, Grove City, OH. Parking in north-east corner of lot only.
  
  Scenic routes along the Big Darby and nearby watersheds Roads will be marked and maps provided. Flat to rolling mileage options from 30 to 100 miles. $4 member, $7 non-member.
  
  Dave Knight 614/284-4087 horshoo38- cop@yahoo.com & Jack Hornsby 614/877- 3085 jackhornsby@cs.com.

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• FREE Safe Group Riding Clinic

  • When
    08/06/2013
  •  
    6:15 AM
  • Location
    Veloscience Bike Works, 220 Market Street, Suite B, New Albany, OH 43045
  • Spaces left
    20

  Register

  This is a FREE Clinic for any one new to group cycling on the road. The instructor is Todd Lee and he has 25 years of cycling experience conducting many cycling skill clinics. He has experience coaching and participating in all levels of cycling, but this training is for the novice to group riding.

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• ACBE - Alum Creek Boating Event

  • When
    08/06/2013
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Alum Creek Beach
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM, June through August
  Alum Creek Boating Event (ACBE)
  For years many boaters have made the pilgrimage out to Alum Creek Beech every Tuesday @ 6:30 PM, June through August, to practice strokes, rolls, and rescues. This year we will continue to trek out to the beech every Tuesday, but we have added some fun new events. There will be a photo contest, demos of common mistakes swimmers make, information on best trips to paddle based on your skill level, kayak soccer, a raffle, prizes from The Outdoor SourceTM, and more.
  The Outdoor SourceTM will also come out with some of their latest equipment from their new Polaris location for you to try out. Check COP’s new Meetup.com site for event dates.
  All skill levels are welcome with participants providing their own boats, although Outdoor Source will provide boats and equipment on some demo days. Participants are required to sign a standard COP liability release at the event. ACBEs are at the NORTH end of Alum Creek Lake State Park Beach. This is the part of the beach furthest from the dam on the west side of the reservoir.
  Subscribe to Yahoo Group COPBOAT, Facebook, and COP’s new Meetup.com http://www.meetup.com/Columbus_Outdoor_Pursuits/ for more information and last minute updates.
  

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• Lower Yough, Class III+

  • Start
    08/10/2013
  •  
  • End
    08/11/2013
  • Location
    Lower Yough
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Lower Youghiogheny trip (class III+)
  August 10-11(Sat,Sun), 2013
  Time to have fun! The Lower Youghiogheny River in Southwestern Pennsylvania is a tributary of the Monongahela and at 2ft on the gage is mostly class III with a couple of class III+ rapids thrown in for fun. We normally stop below Swimmers rapid to eat lunch, relax or play on the flat spinning wave.
  We'll most likely stay at the Ohiopyle campground, though this could change. (I'll provide directions closer to the trip date). Plan on bringing lunch for both days on the river. Breakfast and dinners will be eat in or eat out depending on your preference/budget. The weather in June is mostly warm but weather can be unpredictable and bring much cooler temperatures, so be prepared to layer for a variety of conditions.
  Contact Information: noltimier@guildassociates.com or mark.noltimier@att.net
  Phone: 614-258-2819
  Cell: 614-557-6098
  

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• Family Whitewater Weekend

  • Start
    08/23/2013
  •  
  • End
    08/25/2013
  • Location
    Ask Keith
  • Registered
    Nobody

  It's F.W.W.W.E.! Family WhiteWater WeekEnd!
  August 23,24,25
  Designed as an introductory session for everyone (including the timid) who are interested in whitewater and whitewater vehicles. This will be appropriate for parents, grandparents & children (age 3 & up, please!). The rapids will be mild and the water will be warm. We will have rafts, duckies, canoes & kayaks along, so you try a variety of things safely and under our supervision. We will be camping in a campground with showers available. Camping fee is extra. You MUST be a COP member to go on FWWWE!
  Cost - $75 per family, $35 for single person family (see application in newsletter)
  Keith Finn orcafinn@gmail.com
  
  

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• Flatrock and Roaring Plains, West Virginia (near Dolly Sods)

  • Start
    08/23/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    08/25/2013
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Leaving Columbus
  • Spaces left
    15
  • Registered
    1 attendee

  Register

  Flatrock and Roaring Plains, West Virginia (near Dolly Sods)
  
  

  We'll leave Columbus Friday by 9 am and arrive at our destination in 5 hours.  We'll backpack in about 3-5 miles for our first nights camp.  On Saturday we'll hike approximately 12 - 15 miles in very challenging terrain (wet, rocky and rooty).  On Sunday, we'll backpack around 6 - 9 miles.  This is not a beginners trip.  Participants must be experienced backpackers and in good physical shape due to the challenging terrain.  For questions, e-mail Lisa Drugan at ldrugan@insight.rr.com  

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• Monthly Board Meeting

  • When
    09/05/2013
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, Columbus OH 43220
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  All are always welcome.

  
  

  However, if you have business to bring before the Board you need to contact the President one week in advance to get on the agenda!

  
  Keith Finn

  president@outdoor-pursuits.org

  
  

  Office is located in the Ohio Restaurant Association Building. 

  
  

  Please use the west door and go downstairs.

  SUITE 100 

   

  
  

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• Covered Bridge Tour

  • When
    09/07/2013
  •  
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    200 Cemetery Rd., Canal Winchester, OH.

  Register

  Covered Bridge Tour
  
  Sat. Sept. 7th 7:30-9:00 a.m. - Budget Tour
  
  Cyclist Connection, 200 Cemetery Rd., Canal Winchester, OH.
  
  Roads will be marked and maps provided. 45, 55, 95, 105 options.
  
  $4 member, $7 non-member.
  
  Robert Allen rdavisallen@earthlink.net 614/866-8698 & Suzanne Birk adventuregirl2b@gmail .com 614/581-4316

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• Tour of Hocking Hills

  • When
    09/14/2013
  •  
    7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    520 South Court Street, Circleville, OH 43113

  Register

  Tour of Hocking Hills
  Sat. Sept. 14th 7:00-9:00am. – Budget Tour
  
  Circleville High School. Roads will be marked and maps provided. All options are hilly. Tune-up for Columbus Fall Challenge . 50, 75, 100 miles.
  
  $4 member, $7 non-member.
  
  Peggie Shaw peggie17@yahoo.com & Mitch O’Donnell goodjohan@yahoo.com

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• Monthly Board Meeting

  • When
    10/03/2013
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, Columbus OH 43220
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  All are always welcome.

  
  

  However, if you have business to bring before the Board you need to contact the President one week in advance to get on the agenda!

  
  Keith Finn

  president@outdoor-pursuits.org

  
  

  Office is located in the Ohio Restaurant Association Building. 

  
  

  Please use the west door and go downstairs.

  SUITE 100 

   

  
  

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• Fall Hoot

  • When
    10/05/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Location
    5240 Plum Road Northwest, Carroll, OH 43112

  Register

  Fall Hoot
  
  Sat. October 5, 8-9:30 am – Budget Tour
  
  Bloom Carroll High School, Rt. 33 between Canal Winchester and Lancaster. Take US33 East from
  Columbus to the stoplight at Carroll, turn left and follow the paw prints to the school.
  
  Routes of 35, 55, and 80 miles. All routes have some hills, the number and size increase with distance. Come enjoy the last budget tour of the season. 35-80 miles.
  
  $4 member, $7 non-member.
  
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com 614/444-2276

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• Overnight BP Trip - location TBD

  • Start
    10/05/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    10/06/2013
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    [STARTING LOCATION]
  • Spaces left
    15
  • Registered
    1 attendee

  Register

  Overnight backpacking trip for beginners to advanced, led by Robert Sytek and George Ash.  The trip will average approximately 6 - 8 miles per day and will be within a 4 hour drive of Columbus.  Trip will leave early Saturday morning and will return to Columbus on Sunday by 8 pm.  For questions, e-mail Robert at rjsytek@gmail.com.

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• Annual Membership Meeting and Board Election Night

  • When
    10/15/2013
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Everal Barn in Westerville, 60 N Cleveland Ave. in Heritage Park
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Annual Membership Meeting & Board Election
  Tuesday October 15th 6pm Everal Barn in Westerville
  This is our Annual Membership Meeting where we share food, laughs, and elect Board members. We usually have an auction of lost and found items, too. Hope to see you there.
  
  Directions to Everal Barn
  The barn is located at 60 N Cleveland Ave. in Heritage Park. Enter Heritage Park via Cleveland Ave. Everal Barn faces Cleveland Ave. and is located between I-270 and Polaris Parkway

  
  

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• Annual Columbus Outdoor Pursuits Board Retreat

  • When
    11/02/2013
  •  
    8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Annual Columbus Outdoor Pursuits Board Retreat 

  • TBD

  
  

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• Backpack Planning Meeting - Hocking Hills

  • Start
    11/16/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    11/17/2013
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Columbus
  • Registered
    1 attendee

  Register

  Backpack Planning Meeting

  
  

  Several backpacking trip leaders gather together in this beautiful setting and plan the next year's events.  Food, adventure, old and new friends and planning.  For questions, e-mail Marcia Karnes at jollyk10@att.net.

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• Annual Holiday Overnighter

  • Start
    12/07/2013
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    12/08/2013
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    To be determined by October 2013
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Join in the holiday spirit by attending our 6th Annual Holiday Overnighter.  Spend time with old friends and meet new ones.  We'll pick a location in Ohio to spend this holiday weekend together.  Attendees should bring a holiday dish to share with the group.  We'll hike and camp outside on both days.  Chris Watkins will bring his revolutionary replica tent (sleeps at least 6) with a wood-burning stove for those who would prefer to sleep in a warm tent.      

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• XOBA 17 - 2014 - VOLUNTEERS

  • Start
    07/19/2014
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    07/26/2014
  • Location
    Ohio and the Surrounding Territories
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  XOBA 17 - July 2014

  Discovering the Cardinal Trail and Beyond

  
  

  We are Just Seventeen.

  http://www.Ride-XOBA.org

  
  

  When:
  July 19th through July 26th, 2014

  or

  July 26th through October 2nd, 2014

  
  VOLUNTEERS - 

  Please Contact Volunteering@Ride-XOBA.org for more information.

  
  

  Volunteer Opportunities...

  SAG and Photography

  Concessions and Merchandising

  Rider Check in

  Route Marking (July Weekends prior to Event)
  
  

  There will be a XOBA Committee and Volunteer Meeting by Mid-February and second one at the End of May to finalize.

  
  

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• XOBA 17 - 2014 - Discovering the Cardinal Trail and Beyond

  • Start
    07/26/2014
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    08/02/2014
  • Location
    Ohio and the Surrounding Territories
  • Spaces left
    275
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  XOBA 17 - July 2014

  Discovering the Cardinal Trail and Beyond

  
  

  We are Just Seventeen.

  http://www.Ride-XOBA.org

  
  

  When:
  July 26th through August 2nd, 2014

  
  

  Our Goal:
  

  To provide a cycling adventure, 
  for the rider ready for a more independent touring experience.

  
  Our Ride:
  Join an diverse group of cyclist and support staff
  through the Greater Ohio Area.
  We will go through beautiful farmland, forests, back country, along rivers and streams.
  
  We average 60-ish miles a day.
  We will have at least two midweek century options
  for the more adventurous among you that want an additional challenge..
  
  Registration fee includes:
  XOBA's Official Themed T-shirt,
  XOBA commemorative wristband,
  

  SAG support,
  1 boxed lunch,
  at least 2 catered dinners,
  XOBA Themed Commemorative pin,
  Baggage transport,
  Expert Bicycle Mechanic,
  Maps,
  marked route
  

  Bus and bicycle transport from Finish to Start

  
  

  We recommend:

  • 15+ speed bicycle in good working condition
    
  • We strongly recommend carrying two water bottles.
    
  • Have enough bags on your bike to carry items you will need/want during the day’s ride (bike tools, extra tubes, patch kits, first aid,food, etc.)
    
  • Do not bring valuables or items easily damaged by water.
    
  • Luggage is limited to two duffel bags (only duffels) which are not to exceed a total maximum weight of 50 lbs. per person. All items must be inside these bags, and they must have the official XOBA baggage tags that will be in your registration packet.
    
  • Bicycling helmets are required! Make sure they are CPSC approved and properly adjusted to fit your head.
  • Each rider must be in good physical condition and trained sufficiently for this event.

  Packing List...

  http://www.ride-xoba.org/home/packing-list/Packing List 2013.pdf

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