Autumn biking and hiking opportunities abound

Ritchie Falls in Virginia Kendall State Park, Peninsula OH

Courtesy of Karen Strouhal

Last night I met up with friends and fellow ABC-ers at Lock 29 in Peninsula. The early dusk was offset by the bright full November moon. Most were geared up to challenge some of the popular trails. The ever-adventurous roadies who love to challenge the valley hills with speed and daring had already changed to their fat tire bikes, brightened their headlights. They were already on a conditioning ride over the trails and towpath. Continue reading

Akron Bike Club Has Blue Skies for Fall Clean Up

ADopt a Highway sign

Saturday, November 5 was a beautiful crisp fall day for the second clean up of the year. Able Adopt-A-Highway Coordinator Heidi Emhoff assembled her fellow community-spirited bikers at the Country Maid on SR 303 heading into Peninsula to tackle a season of travelers refuse who share in an enjoyment of one of our favorite valleys but are not always conscientious.

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