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• Winter Corn Stubble Ride

  • When
    01/30/2015
  •  
    12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard

  Winter Corn Stubble Ride
  Fridays, 12:00 PM Class B+
  November 7th through February 27th
  Will meet at the Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard. You haven’t lived until you have experienced the cold, flat, wind-swept corn-stubbled fields at the base of the Appalachian foothills in the dead of winter. The reward is warming up to hot coffee and great meals at cycling-friendly restaurants such as Castle’s in Mechanicsburg (Cash Only), Rock’n Robin in Urbana, or Der Dutchman in Plain City. Main goals: stay warm, socialize, and eat well. These rides range from a 12 mile round trip to Der Dutchman on really nasty days to a more common 45 mile round trip route to Mechanicsburg and possibly a 72 mile round trip to Rock’n Robin on global warming affected days. This is for B+ riders who want to relax, stop for a meal, and get outside instead of riding a trainer for a change. We will ride at a 17+ MPH average pace when roadway is dry and temperature is above 15 degrees.
  Tim Malone 614-419-2598 malonep506@gmail.com

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• Canal Winter Rides

  • When
    01/31/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection, Canal Winchester

  Canal Winter Rides
  Saturdays, 9 AM, Class B
  Ride distances of 30-60 miles. Always a restaurant stop to fuel and warm up. Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road, Canal Winchester.
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Groveport Sunday Social Ride

  • When
    02/01/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Walnut Woods Metro Park

  Groveport Sunday Social
  Sundays, 9 AM, Class C,D
  A slow, social ride to breakfast/lunch. No maps, we stay together. NEW START LOCATION Walnut Woods Metro Park, 6716 Lithopolis Road, Groveport, OH 43125
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    02/01/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

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• Tuesday Evening Spin Class

  • When
    02/03/2015
  •  
    6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection bicycle shop

  Tuesday Evening Spin Class
  Join us every Tuesday night for a 60 minute workout. Bring your bike and trainer and we provide the rest. No trainer? No problem. We have rentals for just $5 a night. Starts at 6:30pm at cyclist connection. 200 Cemetery road, Canal Winchester. Any questions: Contact ride leader ricATcyclistconnection.com or 614.833.2453

  
  

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• Wednesday Morning Worthington Ride

  • When
    02/04/2015
  •  
    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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• Winter Corn Stubble Ride

  • When
    02/06/2015
  •  
    12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard

  Winter Corn Stubble Ride
  Fridays, 12:00 PM Class B+
  November 7th through February 27th
  Will meet at the Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard. You haven’t lived until you have experienced the cold, flat, wind-swept corn-stubbled fields at the base of the Appalachian foothills in the dead of winter. The reward is warming up to hot coffee and great meals at cycling-friendly restaurants such as Castle’s in Mechanicsburg (Cash Only), Rock’n Robin in Urbana, or Der Dutchman in Plain City. Main goals: stay warm, socialize, and eat well. These rides range from a 12 mile round trip to Der Dutchman on really nasty days to a more common 45 mile round trip route to Mechanicsburg and possibly a 72 mile round trip to Rock’n Robin on global warming affected days. This is for B+ riders who want to relax, stop for a meal, and get outside instead of riding a trainer for a change. We will ride at a 17+ MPH average pace when roadway is dry and temperature is above 15 degrees.
  Tim Malone 614-419-2598 malonep506@gmail.com

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• Canal Winter Rides

  • When
    02/07/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection, Canal Winchester

  Canal Winter Rides
  Saturdays, 9 AM, Class B
  Ride distances of 30-60 miles. Always a restaurant stop to fuel and warm up. Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road, Canal Winchester.
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Ride Leader Training

  • When
    02/07/2015
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    REI Easton 4150 Worth Ave Columbus, OH 43219 (614) 475-1938
  • Registered
    20 registrants

  Register

  Bike Leader Training

  February 7, 2015 - 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
  
  

  REI EASTON: 4150 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219

  (614) 475-1938

  
  This session is intended to help you with the practical aspects of leading a group ride. Topics will include legal and documentation requirements, laying out and marking routes, and handling people while on the ride. If you are considering being a COP ride leader you should attend. Current ride leaders are encouraged to attend to refresh your knowledge and to contribute to the discussion. 

  
  Henk Colijn      colijn.1@osu.edu, 614/ 306-1162
  Gordon Renkes gdr1950@sbcglobal.net

  Roy Burnham    bicycling@outdoor-pursuits.org

                        Roy's phone 614/735-6420

  
  
  

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• Groveport Sunday Social Ride

  • When
    02/08/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Walnut Woods Metro Park

  Groveport Sunday Social
  Sundays, 9 AM, Class C,D
  A slow, social ride to breakfast/lunch. No maps, we stay together. NEW START LOCATION Walnut Woods Metro Park, 6716 Lithopolis Road, Groveport, OH 43125
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    02/08/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

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• Tuesday Evening Spin Class

  • When
    02/10/2015
  •  
    6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection bicycle shop

  Tuesday Evening Spin Class
  Join us every Tuesday night for a 60 minute workout. Bring your bike and trainer and we provide the rest. No trainer? No problem. We have rentals for just $5 a night. Starts at 6:30pm at cyclist connection. 200 Cemetery road, Canal Winchester. Any questions: Contact ride leader ricATcyclistconnection.com or 614.833.2453

  
  

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• Wednesday Morning Worthington Ride

  • When
    02/11/2015
  •  
    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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• Monthly Board Meeting

  • When
    02/12/2015
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, Columbus OH 43220
  • Registered
    1 registrant

  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!

  
  President@Outdoor-Pursuits.org
  

  
  

  Office is located in the Ohio Restaurant Association Building. 

  
  

  Please use the west door and go downstairs.

  SUITE 100 

  
  

  COP map

  Google map

   

  Planning to join us?  Please register to let us know, so we may have a chair ready for you.
  

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• Winter Corn Stubble Ride

  • When
    02/13/2015
  •  
    12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard

  Winter Corn Stubble Ride
  Fridays, 12:00 PM Class B+
  November 7th through February 27th
  Will meet at the Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard. You haven’t lived until you have experienced the cold, flat, wind-swept corn-stubbled fields at the base of the Appalachian foothills in the dead of winter. The reward is warming up to hot coffee and great meals at cycling-friendly restaurants such as Castle’s in Mechanicsburg (Cash Only), Rock’n Robin in Urbana, or Der Dutchman in Plain City. Main goals: stay warm, socialize, and eat well. These rides range from a 12 mile round trip to Der Dutchman on really nasty days to a more common 45 mile round trip route to Mechanicsburg and possibly a 72 mile round trip to Rock’n Robin on global warming affected days. This is for B+ riders who want to relax, stop for a meal, and get outside instead of riding a trainer for a change. We will ride at a 17+ MPH average pace when roadway is dry and temperature is above 15 degrees.
  Tim Malone 614-419-2598 malonep506@gmail.com

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• Canal Winter Rides

  • When
    02/14/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection, Canal Winchester

  Canal Winter Rides
  Saturdays, 9 AM, Class B
  Ride distances of 30-60 miles. Always a restaurant stop to fuel and warm up. Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road, Canal Winchester.
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Groveport Sunday Social Ride

  • When
    02/15/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Walnut Woods Metro Park

  Groveport Sunday Social
  Sundays, 9 AM, Class C,D
  A slow, social ride to breakfast/lunch. No maps, we stay together. NEW START LOCATION Walnut Woods Metro Park, 6716 Lithopolis Road, Groveport, OH 43125
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    02/15/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

  Show details
• Heartsaver CPR Class

  • When
    02/16/2015
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The COP Office, 1525 Bethel Road, Ste 100, Columbus OH 4322
  • Spaces left
    6
  • Registered
    4 registrants

  Register

  CPR Class

  Are you looking for a general CPR and AED class to prepare you to save the life of a loved one, family member or the cyclist ahead of you?  

  COP Member Kristen Hunt has kindly volunteered to teach some first aid classes for us. She will be teaching the American Heart Association’s HeartSaver CPR AED (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).
  
  Skills are taught using AHA’s research proven Practice-While-Watching technique, which allows Instructors to observe students, provide feedback and guide students’ acquisition of skills.

  These courses are designed for anyone with limited or no medical training. 
  
  Heartsaver® CPR AED covers
  · Adult, child & infant CPR (with a mask)
  . AED (automated external defibrillator)
  · Adult, child & infant choking
  

  Refunds will only be considered if you contact the COP office one week prior your first day of class. 
  

  Registration contact is Ann Gerckens office@outdoor-pursuits.org, or 614/442-7901 after 5pm.

  to register by mail, use this registration form.

  Online registration will cut off at 11:59pm on February 12th.

  Limit: 10 people, COP members only.

  This class will be taught at the COP Office.  map.

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• Tuesday Evening Spin Class

  • When
    02/17/2015
  •  
    6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection bicycle shop

  Tuesday Evening Spin Class
  Join us every Tuesday night for a 60 minute workout. Bring your bike and trainer and we provide the rest. No trainer? No problem. We have rentals for just $5 a night. Starts at 6:30pm at cyclist connection. 200 Cemetery road, Canal Winchester. Any questions: Contact ride leader ricATcyclistconnection.com or 614.833.2453

  
  

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• Wednesday Morning Worthington Ride

  • When
    02/18/2015
  •  
    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

  Show details
• Winter Corn Stubble Ride

  • When
    02/20/2015
  •  
    12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard

  Winter Corn Stubble Ride
  Fridays, 12:00 PM Class B+
  November 7th through February 27th
  Will meet at the Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard. You haven’t lived until you have experienced the cold, flat, wind-swept corn-stubbled fields at the base of the Appalachian foothills in the dead of winter. The reward is warming up to hot coffee and great meals at cycling-friendly restaurants such as Castle’s in Mechanicsburg (Cash Only), Rock’n Robin in Urbana, or Der Dutchman in Plain City. Main goals: stay warm, socialize, and eat well. These rides range from a 12 mile round trip to Der Dutchman on really nasty days to a more common 45 mile round trip route to Mechanicsburg and possibly a 72 mile round trip to Rock’n Robin on global warming affected days. This is for B+ riders who want to relax, stop for a meal, and get outside instead of riding a trainer for a change. We will ride at a 17+ MPH average pace when roadway is dry and temperature is above 15 degrees.
  Tim Malone 614-419-2598 malonep506@gmail.com

  Show details
• Canal Winter Rides

  • When
    02/21/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection, Canal Winchester

  Canal Winter Rides
  Saturdays, 9 AM, Class B
  Ride distances of 30-60 miles. Always a restaurant stop to fuel and warm up. Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road, Canal Winchester.
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Leader Training

  • When
    02/21/2015
  •  
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, west side door, Columbus 43220
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  COP Leader Training
  
  Saturday, February 21st. 10AM - 5PM
  
  COP Office, 1525 Bethel Road, west side door, Columbus 43220
  
  COP Leader Training covers: Risk Management, Paperwork & COP Policies, Trip Planning, Participant Screening and Leadership. 

  
  

  Cost is 

         $15 for COP Members

          $45 for Non-Members

                                           and includes lunch. 

  Fee is collected at the class.

  please bring in cash, exact change
  
  

  Register here, or by emailing the office.
  
  Ann Gerckens office@outdoor-pursuits.org 614/ 442-7901

  
  

  Online registration ends 11:59pm on Thursday, February. 19th.

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• Groveport Sunday Social Ride

  • When
    02/22/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Walnut Woods Metro Park

  Groveport Sunday Social
  Sundays, 9 AM, Class C,D
  A slow, social ride to breakfast/lunch. No maps, we stay together. NEW START LOCATION Walnut Woods Metro Park, 6716 Lithopolis Road, Groveport, OH 43125
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    02/22/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

  Show details
• Heartsaver® First Aid Basics

  • When
    02/23/2015
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    The COP Office, 1525 Bethel Road, Ste 100, Columbus OH 43220
  • Spaces left
    9
  • Registered
    1 registrant

  Register

  Heartsaver® First Aid Basics
  

  Monday, February 23rd, 2015.  6:00pm to 9:00 pm.

  Are you looking for a general First Aid class to prepare you to save the life of a loved one, family member or the cyclist ahead of you?

   COP Member Kristen Hunt has kindly volunteered to teach some first aid classes for us. She will be teaching the American Heart Association’s Heartsaver® First Aid Basics.

  Skills are taught using AHA’s research proven Practice-While-Watching technique, which allows Instructors to observe students, provide feedback and guide students’ acquisition of skills.

  This course is designed for anyone with limited or no medical training and is suitable for people who expect to be within reach of an EMS system (911). Those who go more than an hour from help should seriously consider the Wilderness First Aid Class on March  7 & 8.
  
  Heartsaver® First Aid Basics includes
  . Scene safety, finding the problem, calling for help and more)

  · Medical emergencies (including actions for choking, breathing problems, shock and more)

  · Injury emergencies (including actions for bleeding, broken bones,
  burns and more)

  · Environmental emergencies (including actions for bites and stings, and temperature-related and poison emergencies)
  

  Refunds will only be considered if you contact the COP office one week prior your first day of class. office@outdoor-pursuits.org,  614/ 442-7901.
  

  Registration contact is Ann Gerckens office@outdoor-pursuits.org, or 614/4422-7901 after 5pm.

  to register by mail, use this CPR/First Aid Registration form.

  Online registration will cut off at 11:59pm on Thursday, February 19th.

  
  

  This class will be taught at the COP Office.  map

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• Tuesday Evening Spin Class

  • When
    02/24/2015
  •  
    6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection bicycle shop

  Tuesday Evening Spin Class
  Join us every Tuesday night for a 60 minute workout. Bring your bike and trainer and we provide the rest. No trainer? No problem. We have rentals for just $5 a night. Starts at 6:30pm at cyclist connection. 200 Cemetery road, Canal Winchester. Any questions: Contact ride leader ricATcyclistconnection.com or 614.833.2453

  
  

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• Wednesday Morning Worthington Ride

  • When
    02/25/2015
  •  
    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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• Update Session for Long Time Leaders

  • When
    02/26/2015
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    COP Office 1525 Bethel Rd, Ste 100 Columbus 43220
  • Spaces left
    10
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Update Session for Long Time leaders

  February 26, 2015.  2-4:00 pm

  
  

  Been a while since you took leader training? Please join us for an evening to make sure we are all on the same page. Well review Risk Management, paperwork and COP Policies, and discuss issues that effect us as leaders out on the roads, trails, and waters.

  
  You must be a member of COP to take this class.

  
  

  register here or by emailing office@outdoor-pursuits.org

  
  

  Online registration ends 11:59pm on February 24th.

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• Winter Corn Stubble Ride

  • When
    02/27/2015
  •  
    12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard

  Winter Corn Stubble Ride
  Fridays, 12:00 PM Class B+
  November 7th through February 27th
  Will meet at the Hayden Run Trail Head on Hayden Run Road in Hilliard. You haven’t lived until you have experienced the cold, flat, wind-swept corn-stubbled fields at the base of the Appalachian foothills in the dead of winter. The reward is warming up to hot coffee and great meals at cycling-friendly restaurants such as Castle’s in Mechanicsburg (Cash Only), Rock’n Robin in Urbana, or Der Dutchman in Plain City. Main goals: stay warm, socialize, and eat well. These rides range from a 12 mile round trip to Der Dutchman on really nasty days to a more common 45 mile round trip route to Mechanicsburg and possibly a 72 mile round trip to Rock’n Robin on global warming affected days. This is for B+ riders who want to relax, stop for a meal, and get outside instead of riding a trainer for a change. We will ride at a 17+ MPH average pace when roadway is dry and temperature is above 15 degrees.
  Tim Malone 614-419-2598 malonep506@gmail.com

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• Canal Winter Rides

  • When
    02/28/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Cyclist Connection, Canal Winchester

  Canal Winter Rides
  Saturdays, 9 AM, Class B
  Ride distances of 30-60 miles. Always a restaurant stop to fuel and warm up. Meet at Cyclist Connection Bicycle Shop, 200 Cemetery Road, Canal Winchester.
  Dave Miller dave.miller011@gmail.com

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• Kayak 1 School

  • When
    03/01/2015
  •  
    8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center
  • Spaces left
    18
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  Kayak 1 School
  Sunday, March 1, 2015, 8:30am-12:30pm
  Groveport Recreation Center Indoor Pool 
  
  Join the fun and excitement of boating this year! This is a hands-on introductory kayaking class and is geared for both those who have never set foot in a kayak and for those who need to brush up on basic skills. The class will be conducted using whitewater kayaks that are shorter and easy to maneuver in the pool however, the paddle strokes and instruction in these sessions are suited to all types of kayaking.
  
  During this one day 4 hour session, you will become acquainted with basic strokes and concepts, boat control, and safety techniques in the Groveport Recreation Center indoor pool. All gear is provided. Learn kayaking in a warm and safe environment and have fun with our instructors!
  
  For questions, please contact Erica Weaston at ericacheyney@yahoo.com or boating@outdoor-pursuits.org 
  

  Online registration for this class cuts off at 11:59pm on February 26th.

  We are starting with a student limit of 20. This number may expand by the time class starts, depending on instructors and boats.

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• Wilderness First Aid

  • Start
    03/07/2015
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    03/08/2015
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Camp Mary Orton, Worthington Ohio
  • Spaces left
    17
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  Wilderness First Aid
  March 7 & 8, 2015
  8:00-6:30 Saturday and 8-5 Sunday.

  When you are participating in outdoor activities that take you more than 1 hour away from medical care, wilderness first aid provides a significant difference in survival and effects of injuries.

  Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities (SOLO) of New Hampshire, the first wilderness medicine school founded in the United States, will provide instruction. The school has been featured in Backpacker Magazine and on the PBS television series Trailside. Originally called Backcountry Medicine, SOLO’s WFA course was first offered in 1975. Since that time, thousands of trip leaders and outdoor enthusiasts have been certified at this level. 

  Many organizations use this course to introduce first aid and long-term patient care to their staff or members. WFA is recognized by the American Camping Association, US Coast, Guard, and various guides licensing boards as meeting their first aid requirement.

  This course does not include CPR. See February 16 for that class.

  Wilderness First Aid provides an intensive 16 hours of training covering injury assessment, rescuer safety, bleeding, shock, orthopedic injuries, long term patient care, and treatment with materials at hand during practice sessions. 
  

  Requirements for the class are that you be physically able to complete the class, 16 years or older and be registered.

  Parts of the class are taught outdoors, so be prepared to be outside no matter what the weather. Go to the SOLO website for the complete course description, www.soloschools.com/wfa.html

  Location: The course will be probably be offered at Camp Mary Orton on the north side of Columbus, west of High Street, just north of I-270 in Worthington, OH 43085.

  Course Fees: $180.00 for COP Members, $200.00 for Non-members. Fees cover your tuition, the transportation, room and board of our instructors and COP overhead costs.

  Registration contact: Ann Gerckens office@outdoor-pursuits.org 614/442-7901.

  Housing: You will not be able to spend the night at Camp Mary Orton. Contact Ann before February 17 to arrange floor space.

  Last date to cancel is March 1st, 2015. Only if a replacement from the waiting list can take your place will a refund be issued after February 17, 2014. A $25 processing fee will be deducted from all refunds.

  Confirmation letters will be sent via e-mail. Regular mail will be sent for those without e-mail. This course fills up fast. Send in those applications as soon as possible.
  
  R U a COP Leader?
  A limited number of subsidies are available. Contact the office for the code.
  

  Recertifying your Wilderness First Responder? Be sure to check that box when you register so the instructor comes prepared. There is an extra fee ($15? $20?) for this class which will be collected by the instructor during the course. You will also be required to present both a current CPR card and your not-yet-expired WFR card at this class.  
  

  Download form for mail-in registration.

  Online registration will be open by Thanksgiving.

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    03/08/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

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• Monthly Board Meeting

  • When
    03/12/2015
  •  
    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!

  
  President@Outdoor-Pursuits.org
  

  
  

  Office is located in the Ohio Restaurant Association Building. 

  
  

  Please use the west door and go downstairs.

  SUITE 100 

  
  

  COP map

  Google map

   

  Planning to join us?  Please register to let us know, so we may have a chair ready for you.
  

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    03/15/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

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• 2015 Southern Flatwater Boating Trip

  • Start
    03/20/2015
  •  
    5:00 PM (EDT)
  • End
    03/29/2015
  •  
    5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Leaving from Columbus, OH
  • Spaces left
    12
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Once again, intrepid paddlers Dave Seslar and Keith Finn are leading one of their acclaimed southern paddle trips down, er, ...south.  Yes!  This year, we plan to spend 5-6 days on the bee-u-t-ful St Mary's River.  It has been several years since we visited the St Mary's, which forms the eastern border between Florida and Georgia.   This is a very pretty, yet unthreatening stretch of classic blackwater river.  We will be camping on pristine white sandbars while wending our way downriver under the shade of live oaks, Ogeechee lime and water oaks.  This trip would be appropriate for beginning paddle campers - the river can be winding, but is a non-technical paddle.  Advice is always freely given!    Cost for the week is usually 200-250 dollars.  This event is only open to COP members.

  
  

   If interested, contact Keith Finn or Dave Seslar.  orcafinn (at) gmail.com,  david.seslar (at) gmail.com.  Keith's phone is 614.560.3558, Dave's phone is 614.334.9352   Note: Keith is much better at responding to email, he continuously misplaces his cell phone.  Dave is known to respond better to text messages!
  

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• Leader Training

  • When
    03/21/2015
  •  
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, west side door, Columbus 43220
  • Spaces left
    10
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  COP Leader Training
  
  Saturday, March 21st. 10AM - 5PM
  
  COP Office, 1525 Bethel Road, west side door, Columbus 43220
  
  COP Leader Training covers: Risk Management, Paperwork & COP Policies, Trip Planning, Participant Screening and Leadership. 

  
  

  Cost is 

         $15 for COP Members

          $45 for Non-Members

                                           and includes lunch. 

  Fee is collected at the class.

  please bring in cash, exact change
  
  

  Register here, or by emailing the office.
  
  Ann Gerckens office@outdoor-pursuits.org 614/ 442-7901

  
  

  Online registration ends 11:59pm on Thursday, March. 19th.

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    03/22/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

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• Update Session for Long Time Leaders

  • When
    03/24/2015
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    COP Office 1525 Bethel Rd, Ste 100 Columbus 43220
  • Spaces left
    7
  • Registered
    3 registrants

  Register

  Update Session for Long Time leaders

  March 24, 2015.  7-9:00 pm

  
  

  Been a while since you took leader training? Please join us for an evening to make sure we are all on the same page. Well review Risk Management, paperwork and COP Policies, and discuss issues that effect us as leaders out on the roads, trails, and waters.

  
  You must be a member of COP to take this class.

  
  

  register here or by emailing office@outdoor-pursuits.org

  
  

  Online registration ends 11:59pm on March 22nd.

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• Allegheny Mountains (NW PA): Minister Creek

  • Start
    03/26/2015
  •  
    5:00 AM
  • End
    03/29/2015
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Allegheny Mountains (NW PA)

  Register

  Allegheny Mountains (NW PA): 
  Minister Creek to Tionesta Scenic Area

  March 26 – 29 (TH – SU)

   This trip will leave Columbus on Thursday morning at 5 am and we’ll arrive at our destination around 10 am.  We will backpack approximately 7 – 9 miles per day in this beautiful area.  Must be an experienced backpacker since it will be at the tail end of winter in these mountains.  Prepare for possible snow and pack your snowshoes.  We will return to Columbus Sunday evening by 7 pm.   If you are interested, register on-line and email Lisa. 

  If you should have questions, feel free to e-mail me at ldrugan@insight.rr.com.

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• Winter Roll Session

  • When
    03/29/2015
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Groveport Rec Center, 7370 Groveport Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Registration is closed

  Winter Roll Sessions

  Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  Winter open pool sessions | Sunday January 11th 10:30a-12:30p

  $8 members

  $15 non-members

  Cash or checks payable to 'City of Groveport'

  
  

  Groveport Rec Center

  7370 Groveport Rd

  Groveport, OH 43125

  https://goo.gl/maps/fsywJ
  

  
  

  
  

  Rules:
  

  Help each other - Have fun - Be courteous - Thank the pool staff - Thank the COP leaders

  No seal launches, use zero-entry or steps

  No Swimming or non-boating related pool usage

  
  

  This is an open pool session typically catered for roll practice with no formal instruction but there will be many folks available to help. Please ask if you want help and we'll try to pair you up. Bring your own clean gear or request equipment in advance of Sunday.
  

  
  

  Please pay for the pool session at the front counter before entering the back door with your boats and gear. Boats and gear can be set on pool deck , but please be courteous to not block the walkway.

  Make sure your boats and gear are clean. Please remove your float bags and wash the inside of your craft making sure to get all the sand and leaves from under the seat, in front of the foot braces, and out of the storage holds. It's important to bring clean 

  equipment (boat, paddle, clothing) free of sand, mud, and debris to the pool in order to maintain our relationship with the pool.

  The January 11th leaders are John Black and Jimi Nixon.

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• Program Meeting -Hiking the Arizona Trail

  • When
    04/21/2015
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1525 Bethel Road, Columbus OH 43220
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Program  - Hiking The Arizona Trail
  Tuesday, April  21st, 7pm
  
  

  Location TBA

  
  The Arizona Trail - It's not like you think!
  COP member Glenn Beachy will share slides/stories of his adventures on the Arizona Trail.
  

  Soft drinks and snacks will be provided.
  

   
  

  office@outdoor-pursuits.org  614.442.7901
  

  
  

  Planning to Join us? Please register to let us know, so we may have a chair ready for you.
  

  COP members Jim Pierce, Sharon Soliday and Mary Drennen will share slides and stories from their birding & hiking adventures in Malaysia, Thailand and Cambodia.

  Soft drinks and snacks will be provided.

  COP members Jim Pierce, Sharon Soliday and Mary Drennen will share slides and stories from their birding & hiking adventures in Malaysia, Thailand and Cambodia.

  Soft drinks and snacks will be provided.

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• GOBA 2015- 27th Annual Tour

  • Start
    06/20/2015
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    06/27/2015
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBA

  www.GOBA.com

  GOBA 2015- 27th Annual Tour
  Start 06/20/2015  12:00 noon
  End 06/27/2015  4:00 PM

  Saturday-Saturday

  Location TBA
  http://www.GOBA.Com

  
  
  

   

   

   

   

  
  

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• XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  • When
    07/03/2015
  •  
    7:15 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Minuteman Press: Grandview Heights
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  
  

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• XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  • When
    07/04/2015
  •  
    7:15 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Minuteman Press: Grandview Heights
  • Registered
    1 registrant

  Register

  XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  
  

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• XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  • When
    07/05/2015
  •  
    7:15 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Minuteman Press: Grandview Heights
  • Registered
    1 registrant

  Register

  XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  
  

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• Upper Sandusky Route Marking

  • When
    07/09/2015
  •  
    7:15 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Minuteman Press: Grandview Heights
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Upper Sandusky Route Marking

  
  

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• Upper Sandusky Route Marking

  • When
    07/10/2015
  •  
    7:15 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Minuteman Press: Grandview Heights
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  Upper Sandusky Route Marking

  
  

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• Upper Sandusky Family Bicycle Tour

  • When
    07/11/2015
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Bicentenial Park, Upper Sandusky
  • Registered
    4 registrants

  Register

  The Upper Sandusky Family Bicycle Tour Continues...
  22nd Annual
  presented by Columbus Outdoor Pursuits

  
  

  Upper Sandusky Family Bicycle Tour
  

  http://Outdoor-Pursuits.org/Upper_Sandusky
  

  
  

  
  

  The ride is the 2nd Saturday in July. 

  Flat to Rolling Routes of varying lengths up to a metric century to choose from.

  
  

  Pedal the ups and downs of the blue stone ridges formed during the Ice Age,

   then head south, west, and up the last hill at Indian Mill State park 

  and back to the start. 

  
  

  Return to Bicentennial Park to talk with friends over a hot chicken sandwich

   about the day's ride and other topics.

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• XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  • When
    07/12/2015
  •  
    7:15 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Minuteman Press: Grandview Heights
  • Registered
    Nobody

  Register

  XOBA Route Scouting and Marking

  
  

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• XOBA 18 - 2015 - The A.E.I.O.U.y Tour

  • Start
    07/18/2015
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    07/25/2015
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Ohio and the Surrounding Territories
  • Spaces left
    206
  • Registered
    44 registrants

  Register

  XOBA 18
  Theme: The A.E.I.O.U.y Tour
  
  http://www.Ride-XOBA.org
  
  When:
  Saturday, July 18th through Saturday, July 25th, 2015
  Please Arrive by 10.00.am for the buses.

  We will be traveling on the Eastern side of Ohio.

  
  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 60-65 miles a day.
  We will have at least three extra mileage options during the tour for the more adventurous among you that want the additional challenge..
  
  Registration fee includes:
  XOBA's Official Themed T-shirt,
  XOBA commemorative wristband,
  XOBA Commemorative pin,
  SAG support,
  1 boxed lunch on the bus ride,
  at least 2 catered dinners,
  Baggage transport,
  Expert Bicycle Mechanic,
  Maps,
  marked route
  Bus and bicycle transport from Finish to Start at beginning of the tour
  
  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.pdf

  
  

  Have a friend, spouse or family member that wants to join you for the week but does not want to ride, ask them to volunteer.

  
  

  Volunteering@Ride-XOBA.org
   or sign up at

  http://outdoor-pursuits.org/event-1722192
   

  
  

  Paper Registration is available here:

  Click to Download Registration Form

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