You can help us finalize ride logistics by participating in our Pre-Ride of the route this coming Saturday, Oct. 3, at 9am.  This ride will be casually/moderately paced, to allow thoughtful consideration of possible rest stop locations, problem intersections, route/detour options, etc.  We’ll be riding the 50 mile route since all the shorter routes are included.  And be sure to allow time to hang out afterwards to discuss the logistics/suggestions over pizza & soda.  We’d really like your input.

But this level of care and attention comes at a cost and Forgotten Felines needs an increased level of financial support in order to continue its work.  The rising costs of vet care, as well as an increased number of pet abandonments during this economic downturn, have put a heavier burden on the shelter’s resources.

TOYS FOR TOTS

Mountain Bike Fun Ride

…and Toy Collection

Pioneer Valley NEMBA

Sunday, November 22, 2009

 NEMBA Toy Ride and Toy Collection – Robinson SP, Agawam, MA

Come on out for some great Fall riding and a great cause!  The primped trails make this an event not to be missed!  The trails of Robinson are perfect for ALL abilities!

 What:  Toys for Tots Fun Ride   (Self guided, arrowed loops)

When:  November 22, 2009    Registration 9-10am     All riders off by 10:15

Where:  Armory Drive, Agawam, Ma  (Location is outside of the park.)

Donation:  New unwrapped toys to donate to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots.

 Three arrowed loops:

        Beginner – approx 4-5 miles

        Intermediate – approx 12 miles

        Advanced – approx 17 miles

        Groups/led rides leave at 9:30 (hopefully at each level)

 Think Kingdom Trails of Southern New England! (on a smaller scale)  Fun loops that are not overly technical or hilly.  Tight flowing MTB specific single track.  Many trails have been swept of leaves (winds and time constraints could change that).

 There are no facilities this time of year, so please plan accordingly.

 Parking and Registration will be at Shea’s Field.  Armory Drive, off Maynard Street, Agawam.

 Directions:  I-91 North or South, to 57 West for 1.2 miles – First exit for Main St (RT-159) – go 1.3 miles and the road turns into (RT-147/Springfield St.) (Landmark: Dunkin Donuts) go 0.7 miles (Landmark: CVS) and bear right onto North St (up the hill) – Second right onto Maynard – First right onto Armory – Armory is only a tenth of a mile long and runs directly into the parking lot for Shea’s field.

Last Monday night “love” ride of the year. 9/21/09 as close to 5:30 as humanly possible.

See you there.

We will be doing a group ride this Sunday 9/13/09 to Devils Hopyard and back.  The ride leaves at 8am from Lake Street School in Vernon – approximately 65 miles @ a moderate pace Avg. 17-19

Open ride.

Leaving Lake Street School 8:00am

Round Trip 65 Miles Moderate pace. (18-20mph)

Team Meeting:

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Manchester Police Community Room