THURSDAY, AUG. 9, 2007
- 11:30 a.m. FIT, FABULOUS AND OVER FIFTY: Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Road, Voorhees, NJ. Join us for this new lunchtime learning opportunity at the Rohrer Center. The $5.00 fee includes salad bar, beverages, and health related lecture and demonstration. Call 1-888-VIRTUA-3 (1-888-847-8823).
- 5:00 p.m. CARNEY’S POINT, NJ BIKE RIDE: Leave from the Holiday Inn Express in Carney’s Point, N.J. Mostly flat backcountry roads through scenic farm land, 20-30 miles at 14 mph average pace, with one rest stop. Bring helmet, water bottles and everything you need to fix a flat. Directions: Cross over Delaware Memorial Bridge, follow Rt. 295 towards Trenton. Get off at exit 2B, turn left at 1st light and turn into Holiday Inn parking lot on far side of hotel. Contact Ride Leader: Jeff Britton at 610-558-4775. For last minute weather check on ride day call 856-540-2570.
- 6:00 p.m. WHEEL & SPOKE HIKE: 5 – 6 miles, moderate to brisk. Stop on the way home for a turn around The Cooper River Park with a spoke up one or the other banks beyond Cuthbert Blvd. Meet at The Cooper River Yacht Club. Rain or flooding on Admiral Wilson Blvd cancels. Contact Leader: Jeff Neill at 856-772-6465.
- 6:00 p.m. HANDLOFF PARK BIKE RIDE: Leave from Handloff Park, Newark (formerly Barksdale Park at the corner of Casho Mill Rd. & Barksdale Rd.). Each week this ride will follow one of three different routes. Terrain will be flat on the southern route towards Chesapeake City and rolling to hilly on the northern route into Pike Creek & western route into Cecil County. Average speed will range from 15-17 mph on the flat route to 14-16 mph on the rolling to hilly routes. Distance will range from 30-35 miles depending on speed and daylight. Contact Ride Leaders: Mike Salter at 302-239-0384 and Mark Taylor at 610-580-5760.
- 6:10 p.m. CYCLE SPORT BIKE RIDE: 30+/- miles, Class: B+. Meet at CycleSport bike shop on 252 & State Road in Media for a road bike ride to the surrounding area. Contact Harry at 610-565-9535.
- 6:30 p.m. THURSDAY EVENING IN HORSHAM BIKE RIDE: 15-17 mph, 20-35 miles. Start at Hatboro Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA. We will start the season at about 14 mph and gradually increase our average as everyone gets stronger. Some hills to be expected, no one dropped. We try to stay together and will regroup as needed. Bring something to drink. Contact Elliot Titcher at 215-641-0607.
- WOMEN’S AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP: Little Mill Country Club, 104 Bartons Road, Marlton, NJ. Call 856-767-0559.
- WOMEN’S GOLF: Vanderbeck Cup, Philadelphia Country Club, 1601 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, Contact Janine Budzius at 610-525-6000.
THURSDAY-FRIDAY, AUG. 9-10, 2007
- GREAT SCHOOL SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE: Co-ed basketball league for boys and girls in grades 3 - 5 and 6 - 8. Monday and Friday night games held at 22nd and Delaware Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ. Call 609-529-2955.
THURSDAY-MONDAY, AUG 9-13, 2007
- Noon VOLLEYBALL CAMP: Hutchinson Gym, University of Pennsylvania, 219 S. 33rd Street, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-6100
THURSDAY-SUNDAY, AUG. 9-19, 2007
- 5:30 p.m. SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE: Scoop Taylor Park, 5800 Ocean, Wildwood Crest, NJ. Join us each evening for exciting summer league basketball. Call 609-523-0202.
THURSDAY-THURSDAY, AUG. 9-16, 2007
- 4:00 p.m. SENIORS DANCE: Ballroom on High, Old Eagle Lodge, 310 E High Street, Pottstown, PA. There'll be Line Dancing (non-country), Waltz, Ballroom, Jitterbug, and a little Polka, too. Call 610-348-6727.
THURSDAY-SATURDAY, AUG. 9-SEPT. 1, 2007
- 8:00 a.m. BEACH YOGA: Outdoor aerobics class at Lou Booth Amphitheater, 2nd and Ocean Avenues, North Wildwood, NJ. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Please bring exact change and a bottled water. Call 609-522-2955.
THURSDAY-SUNDAY, AUG. 9-SEPT. 16, 2007
- KAYAK TOURING LEVEL 1 OUTING: REI (Conshohocken/Plymouth Meeting), 200 W Ridge Pike Ste 115, Conshohocken, PA. Tired of watching from shore as kayakers glide over the water? Now's the time to join REI for an on-the-water class designed to teach you the basics of paddling touring-style kayaks. Gear selection, proper fit of boat cockpit and gear, and basic safety skills are discussed. Then you'll head out on the water to learn and practice the forward, sweep, reverse and draw stroke techniques so you can get your boat to go where you want it to. Kayaks, PFDs (life vests), paddles, and all accessories are provided. Call 610-940-0809.
- DOYLESTOWN ROCK GYM/ADVENTURE CENTER INC: 3853 Old Easton Road, Doylestown, PA. Are you up for a great time, and maybe a bit of a challenge? Experience indoor rock climbing and outdoor guide service. All ages are welcome, along with observers. Call 215-230-9085.
- PHILLY RUNNING TOURS: Various Locations. Take a tour of Center City Philadelphia's cultural and historical sites while running. Philly Running Tours is the city's first running tour for runners of all strengths and abilities. The tour length and speed can be varied according to your own ability. Call 856-296-1417.
THURSDAY-SUNDAY, AUG. 9-NOVEMBER 18, 2007
- PHILADELPHIA GALLOWAY TRAINING PROGRAM: Is open to anyone who is interested in fulfilling a lifetime goal: to run a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 10 miler or just get started. The training group welcomes all levels, from beginners to Boston qualifiers. Pace groups are set up to ensure a comfortable and safe training pace for every ability. This low mileage run/walk program will prepare people for an incredible achievement. A high percentage of participants, including beginners, continue this lifestyle change after the completion of their goal. Call 717-396-1116.
- BOARDS AND BLADES SKATEPARK: 814 Conchester Road, Boothwyn, PA. This indoor park has mini ramp and street course, plus pro shop. Pads, membership, and fee required. Call 610-497-5110 phone.
FRIDAY, AUG. 10, 2007
- 6:00 p.m. BONSALL PARK BIKE RIDE: These rides are 20-25 miles with an average speed of about 15-17 mph. We will start across from Bonsall Park at Silverside Rd and Greendale Rd. We will ride to the Wawa in Chadds Ford, where we will regroup. On the return we will regroup at the DuPont Country Club tennis courts. Contact Ride Leaders: Jerry and Debbie Steinberg at 302-373-6495.
- 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY NITE FITNESS HIKE: 8-10 miles, fast pace. The ongoing, ever y Friday night, all year round, Friday night fitness hike; where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 4 MPH, 15 minutes per mile pace with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken in boots, shoes, or sneakers (sneakers are adequate in dry conditions). Socks are also important foot gear; synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). The first Friday of each month there is a dessert/dinner stop after the hike at a local restaurant. Meet at Brendan Byrne State Forest Campground. Contact Leaders: Alison & Mike Baker at 609-758-4768, 609-577-9004.
FRIDAY-FRIDAY, AUG. 10-31, 2007
- 8:30 a.m. BEACH AEROBICS: Outdoor aerobics class at Lou Booth Amphitheater, 2nd and Ocean Avenues, North Wildwood, NJ. Please bring exact change and a bottled water. Call 609-522-2955.
SATURDAY, AUG. 11, 1007
- 7:00 a.m. JERSEY JAUNT BIKE RIDE: 46+/- miles, Class: C/C+. From Kingsway HS (Rt 322 and 551) we ride around flat paved South NJ farmland roads with WAWA stops as we need them. Cue sheets provided, bring money and H2O, rain cancels ride. Contact Valerie Shinbaum at 610-322-7829.
- 7:30 a.m. GUTS & GLORY 5K RUN: Sport & Civic Center Building, 5th Street & Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ. Call 800-932-2423.
- 8:00 a.m. OLD NEW CASTLE 5-MILE RUN: New Castle, DE. Contact Bill Barthel at 302-322-6040.
- 8:00 a.m. BRUNO’S TO OTTSVILLE BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 71 Miles. Start at Bruno’s Deli, Northwestern and Germanton Avenue, Philadelphia. This is a relatively flat ride thru Eastern Montgomery and Central Bucks Counties. There are no steep climbs. It is mostly on low volume, quiet roads, especially after Chalfont. I discovered a new and interesting coffee shop in Ottsville. It has good bread, cheese and muffins. There are several places along the way for drinks on more substantial fare. Joint ride with BCP. Check BCP Website for fuller description. Contact Jeff Bakely at 215-843-1093.
- 8:00 a.m. JOHN BOYD MEMORIAL 1.5 MILE OCEAN SWIM: 12th and Ocean Avenues, Seaside Heights, NJ. Contact Janet Sellitto at 732-341-9622 ext 2214.
- 8:00 a.m. BARKSDALE TRAINING BIKE RIDE: Leave from Handloff Park for 47 rolling to hilly miles at 17-18 mph, steady endurance pace, NOT a race pace. The average speed (16-18 mph) is the overall average parking lot to parking lot. It is NOT the rolling speed, so there may be times when our rolling speed is greater (or less) depending on the terrain, etc. Ride format is double pace line, steady tempo. There are no stops. HELMETS REQUIRED!!! NO EARPLUGS - LEAVE YOUR MUSIC AT HOME!!! Contact Ride Leaders: Lorie Struzik at 302-354-3811 before 7:30 a.m. or Nancy Waddell at 302-545-4146 before 6:30 a.m.
- 8:30 a.m. THE OUTER LIMITS 65 BIKE RIDE: 65 miles, Class: B-. Starting at Fred Engle School, we'll check out the seldom-seen roads at the far end of our signature century in preparation for Le Grand Boucle. Expect a slight deviation into Quarryville for a civilized lunch. Cue sheets will be available for those who prefer a 50-mile route at their own pace. Contact Drew Knox at 302-475-1684.
- 8:30 a.m. HAVRE DE GRACE BIKE RIDE: 66 miles, hilly, approximately 14 mph pace, leaving from the Food Lion at the southwest corner of Routes 40 and 272 in Northeast, Maryland. Bring money for restaurant lunch. Contact Ride Leaders: Doug Kennedy at 610-543-4664 and Debbie Wilson at 302-798-1243.
- 8:30 a.m. LUNCH BIKE RIDE: Depart from People’s Plaza near the recycling bins at Safeway in Glasgow. This will be a mostly flat 30 mile ride with an average of 15 mph. After the ride we will have lunch at Safeway. Contact Ride Leaders: Lynn & Bob Adelman at 302-234-1057.
- 8:30 a.m. THUNDERSWAMP TRAIL #2: Round Trip Road Miles: 80; Hike Distance: 12.3 miles. Hike the Thunderswamp Trail in the Delaware State Forest. We continue the 30-mile trail started in hike #1, finishing the main loop. This pleasant trail can be swampy, so wear sturdy shoes that won't mind a little muck. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Rain cancels. Meet at the Best Western Motel (old Holiday Inn), Rt. 512. Contact leader for further information. Contact Leader: Janet Goloub at 610-767-1287.
- 8:45 a.m. 3rd ANNUAL PACE FOR PREVENTION 5K RUN: Iron Hill Brewery, Madison Street, Wilmington Riverfront, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
- 9:00 a.m. CANOE/KAYAK THE NORTH BRANCH RANCOCAS CREEK: The Rancocas Canoe Trail is a pretty waterway year-round. New and novice paddlers are welcome. We will paddle either from Greenwood Bridge to Pemberton or from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community College to Smithville Park. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp – behind BCCC’s Pemberton campus on W. Rancocas Rd. Contact leader to confirm trip participation. Contact Leader: Dave L. Cell 609-784-4066 or Home 609-735-9109.
- 9:00 a.m. MT. LAUREL STORM 10-U FASTPITCH SOFTBALL TRY-OUT: Hartford School, corner of Hartford Road and Hainesport-Mt. Laurel Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Call 609-680-1402.
- 10:00 a.m. ATLANTIC CITY BEACH HIKE: 9-10 miles, moderate pace. From A.C to Margate. Hike, swim, gamble, dine, or just spend the day at the shore. Visit the new old Steel Pier. Meet on boardwalk in front of Caesar’s Casino. Bad weather cancels. Bring or buy lunch. Contact Dave and Julie Hegelein at 856- 235-8792.
- 7:30 p.m. SOCIAL METEOR SHOWER AND ANNIVERSARY HIKE: 6 miles moderate pace. Short hike and then watch the Perseid Meteor Shower, a solar system spectacular. Bring snack type food to share at tailgate social after hike, blanket or chair to sit on. NP/NC. Meet in field behind Atsion Office on Rt. 206, between Red Lion Circle and Hammonton, Burl. Co. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593.
- 22.5 MILE ATLANTIC CITY AROUND-THE-ISALND MARATHON SWIM: Atlantic City, NJ. Contact Mike Giegerich at 609-926-0714.
- 9th ANNUAL WORLD RUN DAY TRAINING RUN #8: Join runners nationwide in a training run to prepare for World Run Day 2007. Run your favorite route, either by yourself or with family or friends this weekend, and you’ll receive our newly designed premium quality event t-shirt in Philadelphia, Allentown, Reading, Bethlehem, Wilmington, Dover, South Jersey. Call 516-208-7030.
- CHRISTY MATHEWSON BIG 6K RUN: Keystone College in Factoryville, PA. Call 570-945-3031.
- PROFESSIONAL DISC GOLF ASSOCIATION: Dead Dogs of Summer, Elverson, PA. Contact Tim Reppert at 610-468-4110.
- CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Cheer & Dance Classic, Geneva College Fieldhouse, Beaver Falls, PA. Contact Gina Lucente at 888-441-BEAT.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUG. 11 & 12, 2007
- TRIPLE THREAT BASKETBALL CLASSIC: Boys and Girls Divisions, 9U-17U at the Kelly Bollis Complex, 2950 Turnpike Drive, Hatboro, PA. Call 302-328-2770.
SUNDAY, AUG. 12, 2007
- 7:00 a.m. 3rd ANNUAL LEHIGH VALLEY STEELMAN TRIATHLONS 2007: 1600 yards swim, 24.6 miles bike, 10K run in Nockamixon State Park, Quakertown, PA. Contact Dale Winterhoff at 484-894-3253.
- 7:00 am. WHAT THE HILL BIKE RIDE: 65 miles, Class: B+. Need I explain. One water fountain stop. One food stop. So bring your own mix, bars and ice. Starts at the R5 Wayne Train Station. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
- 8:00 a.m. DQ TRIATHLON AT KINGS GRANT: Swim 1/4 mile, Bike 10 miles 3 loops on flat roads, Run 5k miles flat course in wooded setting, Connection Way, Marlton, NJ. Call 856-858-7835.
- 8:00 a.m. COOPER RIVER PARK AND ADJOINING PARKS: 6 miles, BRISK PACE. A loop hike. Meet at the National Guard Armory parking lot at North Park Blvd. and Grove Street in Cherry Hill. This meeting place is one block from the intersection of Route #70 and Haddonfield Road / Grove Street. A "get it over early" hike with optional brunch afterwards at the Country Buffet. Contact Leaders: Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856- 662 -4012.
- 8:00 a.m. BRANDYWINE 50 BIKE RIDE: A moderately hilly 40-60 mile ride at 15 mph through Chester and Delaware Counties. The ride will start from Brandywine High School (Rt. 261, Foulk Road) at the tennis courts, and will return between noon and 1:00 pm. There will be at least one rest stop and a cue sheet will be available. Contact Ride Leaders: Jerry and Debbie Steinberg at 302-373-6495.
- 8:30 a.m. ART MUSEUM BIKE RIDE: 35+ miles, Class: C+. Art Museum C+ paced ride from Drexel Hill Cyclery, Burmont Rd., Drexel Hill. We'll travel to the museum not for culture, but to cruise the museum loop taking in the June weather. Bring $ for snack. Contact Bob Martin at 610-352-2114.
- 8:30 a.m. EASY BIKE RIDER: 10-12 mph, 25 Miles. Start at Cold Spring Elementary School, 4150 Durham Road, Buckingham, PA. An "advanced beginner" ride; scenic roads, moderate climbing, food/rest stop; no one dropped; rain cancels; no confirmation necessary. We'll leave promptly, so please be on time. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.
- 8:30 a.m. BLUE MARSH LAKE HIKE: Depart Germantown and Rex Aves., Philadelphia or call leaders for directions. Come hike for a while through forests and fields with many views of the lake, then enjoy a refreshing swim. Hike 6-8 miles. Contact Leaders: Emma Burd & Barry Shapiro at 215-673-4717.
- 9:00 a.m. 2nd ANNUAL BATSTO PIG IRON 5K RUN: Batsto Villege, 4110 Nasco Road, Hammonton, NJ. Call 866-841-9139 ext. 3807.
- 9:00 a.m. SEVEN TUBS HIKE & SWIM: Round Trip Road Miles: 90; Hike Distance: 4 - 5 miles. A short hike up and down a scenic gorge will give us plenty of time for the main event - a relaxing soak in a "cool" pool. Be prepared to experience a full body ice cream headache! There are also sunny rocks to bask on later. Wear a swimsuit or something you don't mind getting wet. Bring lunch, liquids, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. Meet at the Days Inn at Routes 309 & 22. NO PETS! Rain cancels. Contact Leader: Gene Scharle at 610-432-5652.
- 9:00 a.m. 12th ANNUAL HALF-WIT HALF MARATHON 13.1 MILE TRAIL RUN: Egleman’s Park, Angora & Hill Roads, Reading, PA. Call 610-779-2668.
- 9:00 a.m. CANOE/KAYAK THE GREAT EGG HARBOR RIVER: Enjoy a long summer paddle on the "egg"! We’ll paddle 16+ miles from Penny Pot to Lake Lenape. Meet at the Harley Dawn Diner, Black Horse Pike; arrive early for breakfast. Please contact leaders to confirm trip participation. Contact Leaders: George & Leona F. at 609-259-3734.
- 9:00 a.m. CECIL COUNTY ICE CREAM BIKE RIDE: Join us for a 50 mile ride at 15-16 mph starting from the Shoppes of Mt. Pleasant at the corner of Rt. 896 and Summit Bridge Road. We will meander through Cecil County and stop near the end of the ride in Chesapeake City for ice cream. There will be at least one other stop. The terrain will be flat to rolling. This is a Toucan ride, but singles and bents are welcome. For any additional info please contact Ride Leaders: Norman and Denise Shurak at 610-500-1365.
- 9:30 a.m. Maurice River or Menantico Creek: Call for details.Depending on water levels. Trip’s are medium length for intermediate paddler’s. You MUST be able to handle your boat and be able to get it over obstructions. Call leader for Meeting Place. Contact John Kee at 856-691-3047.
- 11:00 a.m. ADVANCED KAYAK TOUR TO BARTRAMS GARDEN: 25th and Walnut Streets, Underneath Walnut Street Bridge Along the Schuylkill River, Philadelphia. Call 1-888-RIV-PHIL.
- 6:00 p.m. SUNDAY EVENING BIKE RIDE: A change of pace, to enjoy a cooler part of the day. Leave Governor Square Shopping Center - Rt. 40 & Rt. 7 (park in lot behind Bob Evans, in front of Rooms Today) for a 20+ mile mostly flat ride at 14-15 mph average. No cue sheets will be provided, so we will ride together as a group. No one will be dropped. For questions, please contact Ride Leaders Ed and Susan McNulty at 302-834-7429 or Dwight Siers at 302-994-0916.
MONDAY, AUG. 13, 2007
- 5:30 p.m. PIKE CREEK BIKE RIDE: Evening rides departing from Ebenezer United Methodist Church parking lot on Polly Drummond Hill Rd in Pike Creek. Monday’s ride will be 28-35 miles at 14-16 mph over ultra hilly terrain. (Wednesday’s ride will be 32-38 miles but will average a faster pace, 17-19 mph ride over flat to rolling terrain.) Must have tire repair equipment and be able to use it. Both of these rides are pre-racing training rides for those riders who are considered at least B+ riders. You will not be dropped as long as you stay within the average pace range. We wait for everyone at the tops of all major climbs. You should understand the difference between rolling and average speed. Rolling speeds may be considerably more than the average speed, depending on the terrain. Please be able to understand group riding techniques and be able to draft safely. Unsafe riders may be asked to either go to the rear of the ride or leave. Contact Ride Leader: Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456. IF YOU ARE UNSURE of your capabilities, call the ride leader before showing up. We want everyone to have an enjoyable and beneficial experience.
- 6:00 p.m. BICYCLE BARN BIKE RIDE: 14-16 mph, Ride to sunset. Start at The Bicycle Barn, 388 West Pothouse Road, Phoenixville, PA. Will mostly go into the low trafic areas of Chester County, but maybe go into areas of Montgomery County as well. As we get more people attending (hopefully), we will try to break the ride into different groups. Contact Chet Ritchie at 215-799-0203.
- 6:00 p.m. MONDAY NIGHT HILL CLIMBING: Road Ride, Varied. Start at the Bikeworks, 500 Main Street, Hayleysville, PA. Come explore the local topography and help prove the rumor that Pennsylvania is flat. The speed the distance will vary based on the group. No riders dropped. Contact Jason Meyers at 215-380-1990.
- 6:30 p.m. MONDAY RECOVERY BIKE RIDE: 12-14 mph, Varies. Start at Upper Dublin High School, 800 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA. For details, call Bill Rock at 215-659-5148.
TUESDAY, AUG. 14, 2007
- 5:15 p.m. WYOMING BIKE RIDE: Sarting out at 17-19 mph average for about 25 miles. All roads will be flat and lightly traveled. Meet at the Wyoming Park in Wyoming, DE. The park is located in Wyoming which is just south of Dover on Third Street. Just follow the railroad tracks. Third Street is next to Halls restaurant. For more information, contact Ride Leader: Mike Stockslager at 302-242-6676.
- 6:00 p.m. VOCABULARY BIKE RIDE: 15+/- miles, Class: C-/C. Meet at Parking Lot at 320 Produce Market (719 S Chester Rd. Swathlmore) for an easy paced ride through the Swarthmore, Wallingford and Ridley Twp. Beginners welcome. No one dropped Note: the new starting location! Contact Betsy French at 610-544-8253. 6:00 p.m. DUNBAR’S BIKE RIDE: These MS Training Rides leave Dunbar’s Cyclery on Philadelphia Pike, just north of Washington Street Extension. These rides will run until the end of September, although the starting time will have to be changed a bit as we get into September. There will be a 17 mph group and a group averaging 14 mph. No one will be dropped as long as they keep close to the posted speed ranges. Mileage will be 18-23 miles. There will be at least two ride leaders every week to cover both groups. Contact Ride Leaders: David Vispi at 302-373-6006, Rich Gilligan at 302-472-8062 and David Anderson at 610-329-5215.
- 6:00 p.m. NEWARD BIKE RIDE: Leave from the Delaware Technology Park at the corner of Library and Wyoming Road in Newark, located across the road from the Pep Boys. Meet in the lot closest to the end of the Hall Trail. Pace will be 14-16 mph and distance will be 25-35 miles depending on speed and daylight. Terrain will be rolling hills. Tire repair equipment and helmet required. Contact Ride Leader: Roy Simonson, Cell: 302-463-9873, Home: 302-737-5983, Work: 302-366-7055.
- 6:00 p.m. RED LION BIKE RIDE: Evening ride from Red Lion United Methodist Church, Rt. 71 and Church Road (next to Delaware Lawn and Garden), Bear, DE. There will be a "B" ride (15-18 mph) and a "C" ride (10-13 mph). If "A" riders show, their ride is a "Show & Go". The terrain is mostly flat and distance is between 25-35 miles, depending on speed and daylight. Provide your own tire repair equipment and be able to use it. Helmets required. Contact Ride Leaders: Bob & Helen Spinden at 302-834-4923 and Ed & Susan McNulty at 302-834-7429. Other ride leaders will be asked to help if necessary at the ride start.
- 6:10 p.m. CYCLE SPORT BIKE RIDE: 25-30 miles, Class: B/B+. Meet at CycleSport bike shop on 252 & State Road in Media for a road bike ride to the surrounding area. Contact Harry at 610-565-9535.
- 6:30 p.m. BEGINNING WOMEN’S RUNNING CLASS: Doylestown Township Center Park, Pavilion 1, PA. Instructor: ForeRunner Personal Training of Training Zone Sports. Twelve week running clinic offered to women of all ages (12 to 92) and abilities. Gather up your friends, family and neighbors. No previous running experience necessary. Everyone will be invited to run a local 5k upon completion of the class. Participants must have doctors' approval to sign up. Call 215-348-1509.
- WOMEN’S GOLF: First Class B Stroke Play, Jericho National Golf Club, 388 Brownsburg Road East, New Hope, PA. Contact Albert Sabol at 215-862-8800.
- WOMEN’S GOLF: First Class C Stroke Play, Radnor Valley Country Club, 555 Sproul Road, Villanova, PA. Contact Rob Weissberg at 610-688-9450.
- WOMEN’S GOLF: First Class D Stroke Play, First Class C Stroke Play, Radnor Valley Country Club, 555 Sproul Road, Villanova, PA. Contact Rob Weissberg at 610-688-9450.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 15, 2007
- 8:00 a.m. COVE NATURE CENTER HIKE: A 6-7 mile loop hike. Take Route 73 north to the last light before the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge and turn right. Follow the signs to the Nature Center. Visit the Nature Center building after the hike. Meet in the parking lot at the Center. NOTE EARLY START TIME TO "BEAT THE HEAT", BRISK PACE, NP, NC, FS. Contact Leaders: Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856-662 -4012 and Paul Foged at 732-996-1406.
- 9:30 a.m. DOC’S BIKE RIDE: 35-50 miles, Class: B-. Various routes from Swarthmore. Leaves from 320 Market parking lot. Probably a lunch stop. Foul weather cancels ride. Contact Larry Green at 610-544-5799.
- 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY BEGINNER’S BIKE RIDE: 10-13 mph, Varies. We meet at Spring Mill/Valley Forge Trail. At times we will use other trails, so please call Pat Rock to confirm. This ride goes every Wednesday through September. We will be flexible with using other weekdays as we progress. Bring money for lunch. Contact Pat Rock at 215-659-5148.
- 5:30 p.m. PIKE CREEK BIKE RIDE: Evening rides departing from Ebenezer United Methodist Church parking lot on Polly Drummond Hill Rd in Pike Creek. Wednesday’s ride will be 28-37 miles and will average 17-19 mph ride over flat to rolling terrain. (Monday’s ride will be 28-35 miles at a slower pace of 14-16 mph over ultra hilly terrain.) Must have tire repair equipment and be able to use it. Both of these rides are pre-racing training rides for those riders who are considered at least B+ riders. You will not be dropped as long as you stay within the average pace range. We wait for everyone at the tops of all major climbs. You should understand the difference between rolling and average speed. Rolling speeds may be considerably more than the average speed, depending on the terrain. Please be able to understand group riding techniques and be able to draft safely. Unsafe riders may be asked to either go to the rear of the ride or leave. Contact Ride Leader: Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456. IF YOU ARE UNSURE of your capabilities, call the ride leader before showing up. We want everyone to have an enjoyable and beneficial experience.
- 6:00 p.m. "C" YOU AT ROSE TREE BIKE RIDE: 25+ miles, Class: C+. Talk is, C rides are more fun. Come out, and find out. Meet at Rose Tree Park, Rt 252, Media PA. No less than three hearty laughs guaranteed, or your money back, as we travel various routes in the area. Expect hills but no one will be dropped. Contact Debbie Chaga at 610-494-3033.
- 6:00 p.m. WORKOUT BIKE RIDE: 25+ miles, Class: A. Meet at Rose Tree Park on Rte. 252 for our regular Wednesday night workout. Expect a fast pace and some nice hills. Contact Antonio Rocha at 484-802-8374.
- 6:00 p.m. THE ROSE TREE RIDLEY BIKE RIDE: 30 miles, Class: B. Start at Rose Tree Park on Rt. 252. As the days get shorter, the ride doesn't, so bring your lights... front and back... with a hill or two... Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
- 6:00 p.m. HOCKESSIN BIKE RIDE: Start for a 23-25 mile ride leaving from Hockessin and going through Kennett Square and surrounding areas at about 14-16 mph. Ride schedule will last at least 12 weeks and may continue longer into the fall session if there is enough interest. Please use the parking lot at Dover Saddlery, 683 Yorklyn Road, Hockessin and use the parking spaces closest to Yorklyn Road. Contact Ride Leader: Joe Lazorick at 302-547-3883.
- 6:15 p.m. DEAD HARRIERS SUMMER NIGHT 5K RUN: Doylestown Center Park, 325 Wells Road, Doylestown, PA. Contact Pat McClosky at 215-530-6047.
- 6:30 p.m. TOUR DE LANCE 5K RUN: Dravo Plaza next to Blair Outlet Center, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
- JERSEY PINES WILDCATS FOOTBALL AND CHEERLEADING REGISRATION: JPYAA Wildcats, 1 Sherman Lane, Sicklerville, NJ. Call 856-875-6051.