THURDAY-THURSDAY, OCT 4-OCT. 11, 2007

• 5:30 p.m. PILATES: SESSION I: Penn Medicine at Radnor, 250 King of Prussia Road, Radnor, PA. Instructors from Carol Beringer Studio provide this refreshing mind-body workout promoting physical harmony and balance. Please dress comfortably. Magic rings, mats and bands will be provided. Call 610-902-2529.

THURSDAY-TUESDAY, OCT. 4-30, 2007

• CROSS COUNTRY: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 2 – 8 in Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.
• VARSITY SOCCER: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 7 – 8 in Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.
• J.V. VOLLEYBALL: Open to Girls Grades 5 – 6 in Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, OCT. 4-31, 2007

• VARSITY SOCCER, FIELD HOCKEY, VOLLEYBALL: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 7 – 8, SMM, Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.
• JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER, FIELD HOCKEY, VOLLEYBALL: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 5 – 6, SMM, Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, OCT. 4-NOV. 1, 2007

• 6:30 a.m. PUNK ROCK BOOT CAMP: Punk Rock Boot Camp is an hour-long, high-intensity fitness workout. It is a great way to get exercise in if you're on vacation. There are drop-in morning classes during the week at 6:30 a.m. m for only $10, and weekend drop-in classes at 10 am for only $5. Workouts take place at Penn's Landing and historic Penn Treaty Park, Columbus Boulevard - on the Riverfront, between Market and Pine Streets, Philadelphia. Call 215-928-8801.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, OCT. 4-NOV 17, 2007

• GIRLS ON THE RUN: Program is a national experiential program which combines training for a 5K (3.1 mile) race/walk with curriculum designed to promote good choices for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Girls gain a stronger acceptance of themselves and others, a healthier body image and an understanding of what it means to be part of a team.GOTR program is a national experiential program which combines training for a 5K (3.1 mile) race/walk with curriculum designed to promote good choices for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Girls gain a stronger acceptance of themselves and others, a healthier body image and an understanding of what it means to be part of a team, New Castle County, 2216 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-893-2222.
• 2007 RTSC FALL INTRAMURAL PROGRAM: Fall is coming, and it is time to dig out those soccer balls, soccer shoes and shin guards. We hope you have enjoyed playing Soccer with the Rose Tree Soccer Club, and look forward to seeing you this Spring. We play every weekend (weather permitting) at Cherry Street Park or Indian Lane School, Media, PA and players are grouped according to their age (4 – 13 years). ALL Girls and Boys will play in separate Divisions. Call 610-565-4078.
• MILLVILLE SOCCER ASSOCIATION FALL 2007 REGISTRATION: Teams (ranging from age 4 to 14) and 16 Travel teams (ranging from age 7 to 18), Millville Soccer Complex, 2 North Sharp Street, Millville, NJ. Call 856-293-0377.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, OCT 4-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.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, OCT. 4-NOV. 30, 2007

• CINNAMINSON SOCCER CLUB REGISTRATION: Our goal is to provide each player the opportunity to develop a solid foundation of soccer skills while playing in a fun environment for boys and girls, starting at age 4. They will enjoy playing the sport of soccer at both competitive (travel) and recreational (in-town) levels, Cinnaminson Memorial Park, Cinnaminson, NJ. Call 856-829-1380 Option 4.
• MNSA 2007 FALL SEASON: Recreational and competitive levels for boys and girls ages 5 and up, various locations in the local area in Broomall and Newtown Township, PA. Call 610-355-0666.
• LBGC FALL 2007 INTRAMURAL AND TRAVEL SOCCER: Under 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16 and 17 for girls, Ardmore Avenue Snack Bar, Ardmore & Essex Avenues, Lansdowne, PA. Call 610-623-8031.

THURSDAY-SATURSDAY, OCT. 4-DEC. 1, 2007

• PLATOON FITNESS OUTDOOR TRAINING: Our daily outdoor fitness consists of structured, disciplined group exercises designed to give you a full workout: rain or shine. (Exercise is not weather dependent!). Inside, you won't find a lot of TVs, mirrors or weights at our facilities; instead expect to see people exercising using ropes hanging from the rafters, the staircase, giant tractor tires and kettlebells, Bryn Mawr, PA. Call 1-888-PLATOON (1-888-752-8666).
• 2007 URA FIELD HOCKEY: Field Hockey is open to all girls in the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District entering the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grades in Unionville, PA. Call 302-636-8670.
• SOCCER, FIELD HOCKEY, CHEERLEADING, CROSS COUNTRY: St. Pius X, 220 Lawrence Road, Broomall, PA. Call 610-353-1557.
• PHOENIXVILLE AREA SOCCER CLUB: U8 Girls, U10 Boys, U10 Girls and U13 Girls. Travel teams based on selection: U10-U16 (Girls), U10-U19 (Boys), Suburban U12-U17 co-ed, CAT Pickering Fields, Phoenixville, PA. Call 610-935-7940.
• DOYLESTOWN ROCK GYM/ADVENTURE CENTER: 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.

FRIDAY, OCT. 5, 2007

• 9:00 a.m. BOWLING LEAGUE BURLINGTON COUNTY: Medford Lanes, 665 Stokes Road, Medford, NJ. Part of Virtua's VIP program for mature adults. Calling all pros & novices. Come bowl with us on Fridays in Medford. To register please call 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
• 10:30 a.m. SOUL LINE DANCING LESSONS: Slim & Tone, 1224 Haddonfield-Berlin Road, Voorhees, NJ. Get ready to dance yourself into good health. A great & fun way to build cardiovascular endurance, strengthen and tone your muscles to music. For all fitness levels. To register, call toll-free 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
• 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY NITE FITNESS HIKE: 8-10 miles, fast pace. The ongoing, every 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.
• CELEBRATE PINELANDS MONTH - CRANBERRY "CRUISE" ON CEDAR CREEK: We'll stop to pick cranberries at old bogs as we canoe and kayak 10 miles from Dover Forge to Dudley Park. Geocaching is always an activity on our trips so bring your GPS!! Contact leaders to confirm trip participation, time and meeting location. Contact Leaders: George & Leona F. at 609-259-3734.

SATURDAY, OCT. 6, 2007

• 8:00 a.m. "WALK THE TALK" THE ANNUL CHRISTOPHER SCHULTES 5K RUN: Cooper River Park, North Park Drive, Pennsauken, NJ. Call 856-858-9314.
• 8:00 a.m. 11th ANNUAL GREATE PUMPKIN DUATHLON: 2.2 mile run, 15 mile bike and a 2.2 mile run PLUS a Kids Race (Duathlon) which is a 1/2 mile run, 2.2 mile bike, and a 1/2 mile run. Closed run course thru shaded paved park road (loop course) and only 4 right turns on the bike leg with minimal vehicular traffic, Estell Manor Park, Route 50, Estell Manor, NJ. Call 609-487-3689.
• 8:00 a.m. DE KEN LARAMORE MEMORIAL RACQUETBALL TOURNAMENT: Kirkwood Fitness, 14th & Market Street, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-886-7530.
• 8:00 a.m. THE 6th ANNUAL PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL: Schuylkill River, Fairmount Park, Races Begin at East Park Canoe House, (just south of Strawberry Mansion Bridge), Philadelphia. Call 610-642-2333.
• 8:15 a.m. EVERY BODY PLAYS 5K: CADES, 401 Rutgers Avenue, Swarthmore, PA. Contact Christy Quinter at 610-328-5955 ext. 1140.
• 8:30 a.m. 10th ANNUAL 5K RUN FOR MERRY PLACE: Haverford Middle School, 1801 Darby Road, Haverford, PA. Contact Chad Brooks at 610-789-8527.
• 8:30 a.m. MT. TAMMANY DAY HIKE: Round Trip Road Miles: 50; Hike Distance: 12 miles. Climb Mt. Tammany, hike around Sunfish Pond and return on the Dunnfield Creek Trail. This 12 mile hike starts on the Mt Tammany Trail, with a 1200 ft climb of Mt. Tammany. We will continue along the ridge for several miles and then turn onto a spur trail which will take us to Sunfish Pond. We will hike around Sunfish Pond and return via the Dunnfield Creek Trail. I recently returned from 12 days of hiking in Yellowstone and the Tetons. A nice fact of local hiking in this area is the nearby mountains can prepare you nicely for your next adventure. Expect members of other hiking clubs on this hike. Meet at 8:30 AM at the McDonalds parking lot in the 25th Street shopping center in Palmer Township, just west of Easton. Contact Leader: Al Schwartz at 610-258-0959.
• 9:00 a.m. MARCO'S 5K RACE TO CURE HEMOPHILIA: Bangor Park, Bangor, PA. Call 610-588-7013.
• 9:00 a.m. MMRF 5K RACE FOR RESEARCH PHILADELPHIA 2007: Memorial Hall, 42nd and Parkside Streets, Philadelphia. Call 203-278-3375.
• 9:00 a.m. THE 5th ANNUAL 5K RUN FOR CHILDREN: Bethlehem, PA. Call 610-868-5501.
• 9:00 a.m. 4th ANNUAL MIMI'S RUN FOR DELAWARE HOSICE 5K: Harry's Seafood Grill next to the Wilmington Riverfront Market, 5 South Orange Street, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
• 9:00 a.m. THE 9th ANNUAL KIMBERTON 5K RUN: Kimberton Fair Grounds, Route 113, Kimberton, PA. Contact Bob Toff at 610-935-2346.
• 9:00 a.m. 5th ANNUAL FAMILIES FIRST 5K RUN: Wind Gap, PA. Contact Phil Giaquinto at 610-746-4436.
• 9:00 a.m. EASY BIKE RIDER: 10-11 mph, 20-25 Miles. Start at Central Bucks East High School, Anderson & Holicong Roads, Buckingham, PA. An "advanced beginner" ride: scenic roads; some moderate climbing; food/rest stop; no one dropped; rain cancels; no confirmation necessary; ride leaves promptly, so please be on time. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.
• 9:00 a.m. CANOE/KAYAK THE N. BRANCH RANCOCAS CREEK DURING PINELANDS MONTH: This is a great month to enjoy the Rancocas and fall scenery. We will paddle 10 miles from Burlington County Park's new trailhead behind Burlington County Community College and take the "Water Trail" to Smithville Park. Meet at the trailhead launch ramp - located toward the southeast corner of BCCC's Pemberton campus on Rancocas Road. Please contact leader to confirm trip. Contact Leader: Dave L. Cell 609-784-4066 or Home 609-735-9109.
• 9:30 a.m. C U AT SELENE BIKE RIDE: 20-26 miles, Class: C. Start at Selene Whole Foods Co-op, 305 West State St., Media. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the hills & valleys to Ridley Creek State Park & beyond. Free refreshments afterward inside the store. Free parking in a lot just west of the Co-op. Contact Ira Josephs at 610-565-4058.
• 10:00 a.m. PHILADELPHIA GUTS AND GLORY 5K RUN: Martin Luther King Drive, Philadelphia Call 215-396-9100.
• 10:00 a.m. 3rd ANNUAL KARP MEMORILA 10-MILE FOOT MARCH: Lower Perkiomen Valley Park, Oaks, PA. Call 609-410-2954.
• 10:00 a.m. STEP OUT AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 5K RUN: Allentown, PA. Call 610-797-0530.
• 10:00 a.m. GERMAN-AMERICAN DAY 5K/10K WALK: German Society of Pennsylvania, 611 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia. Call 215-699-9246.
• 11:00 a.m. GEATE PUMPKIN 5K RUN: Estell Manor Park, Route 50, Estell Manor, NJ. Call 609-487-3689.
• 2:00 p.m. Kayak the Maurice River with a BBQ and Bonfire: Do a late afternoon paddle on the Wild and Senic Maurice River and then enjoy a BBQ and sit around a bonfire into the evening at a private home. You must register with leader. Kayak Rental's available. Contact leader for meeting time and place and rental availability. Bring picnic type food to share at bbq after trip. Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve. Inclement weather cancels.
• 8:00 p.m.1950'S SOCK HOP AT SWINGKAT: Ballroom on High, 2nd floor, 310 East High St., Pottstown, PA. Call 610-348-6727.
• MCANDREW CUP: Regatta in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Master - Open - Collegiate Men & Women - HS - Junior - Novice - Coxn - Head - Other - Cup Challenge. Contact Todd Ankiewicz at 570-262-9822.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, OCT. 6 & 7, 2007

• 6:00 a.m. TOUR OF COLUMBIA COUNTY, PA BIKE RIDE: Class A. Affiliated with the Annual Covered Bridge & Arts Festival, this scenic 62 or 85 mile cycling tour will take you back country roads where you can see the fall foliage and beautiful farmland. The Tour will travel through 6 covered bridges and pass by 7 more. Starts at Knoebels Amusement Resort. A carpool will leave Saturday afternoon 3:00 p.m. and we will be staying at the Pine Barn Inn. Everyone has their own room and there is a pre-ride Happy Hour reservation for our group. Contact Leader Lance Roman at 609-410-4211.
• 8:00 a.m. FREDERICK CUP GIRLS PREMIER SOCCER TOURNAMENT: Ages U9-U19, New Castle, DE. Call 302-328-9228.
• 8:00 a.m. 5th ANNAUL CAPE EXPRESS GEORGE PRATT MEMORIAL INVITATIONAL SOCCER TOURNAMENT COLUMBUS DAY: U8, U9 and U10 teams are limited to a maximum of 14 rostered players (including 3 guest players). U11, U12, U13 and U14 teams are limited to a maximum of 18 rostered players (including 3 guest players). All games will be played in the Cape May County area, NJ. Call 609-465-1909.
• 9:30 a.m. VINTAGE DANCE WEEKEND: Workshops with instructors in 19th century dance Cape May Convention Hall, Cape May, NJ. Call MidAtlantic Center for the Art at 609-884-5404.
• 1:30 p.m. PHILLY DANCE FEST 2007: Philly Dance Fest is a one-day showcase featuring a unique selection of area dance companies and inspiring artists, exposing audiences to Philadelphia's vibrant dance and performing arts community, Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 N. Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA. Call 610-394-9182.
• 30th HAMILTON TOWNSHIP ARBEY HUDSON COLUMBUS TOURNEY: Boys and Girls ages 8 - 14 in Mercer County Park, 1057 Hughes Drive, Hamilton Township, NJ. Call 609-585-3970.
• 5th ANNUAL JACK WALSH MEMORIAL SOCCER: U11-U16, U9-U10, Abington High School complex, Pen Bryn Park, Renninger Park, Roychester Park, and the Glenside Weldon School, Abington, PA. Call 215-885-7311.
• MT. LAUREL UNITED COLUMBUS DAY SOCCER TOURNAMENT: Teams U-8 thru U-10 and U-11 thru U-19, Mount Laurel, NJ. Call 856-778-9513.
• PEMBERTON SC FORT DIX COLUMBUS WEEKEND SOCCER TOURNAMENT: U8-10, U-11-U14, U-15-U18, All fourteen fields in one location, Pemberton, NJ. Call 609-894-9471.
• WESTERN LEHIGH WOMEN'S SOOCER 4 GAME FALL FEST: This year we have 15 fields at 4 different sites in Lehigh Valley, PA. Call 610 967-3172.
• 7th ANNUAL WOODSTOWN COLUMBUS WEEKEND SOCCER TOURNAMENT: Woodstown High School/Middle School Sports Complex, Salem County, Woodstown, NJ. Contact Mike Spokony at 609-504-7977 (cell), 610-892-4404 (work).

SUNDAY, OCT. 7, 2007

• 7:00 a.m. BASSMAN HALF DISTANCE TRIATHLON & INTERNATIONAL DISTANCE TRIATHLON, DUATHLON & AQUABIKE: Tri - International .6 M Swim / 29M Bike / 4.1M Run; Tri - Half 1.2M Swim / 58 M Bike / 13.1 M Run; Du - International 4.1Run / 29M Bike / 4.1M Run. The event is held in Bass River State Forest Park, 762 Stage Road, Tuckerton, NJ. The swim is in the calm & clear waters of Absegami Lake with the start on a well maintained and clean beach area. It'll probably be one of your most enjoyable swims. The bike course is primarily right turns on country roads with wide shoulders. The run course is flat run through the woods and paths in the park. The NEW duathlon course will be the same as that of the triathlon, 4 Mile Run & 29 Mile Bike. Call 347-405-8128.
• 8:00 a.m. DELAWARE CAPITAL CITY HALF MARATHON & RELAY: The looped course is considered the flattest and fastest Half Marathon in Delaware. The course will take you through the farmlands and Amish Country of west Wyoming and Dover. It will start on Rail Road Avenue and finish at Wyoming Park on Third Street, DE. Contact Jess at 302-698-3823.
• 8:30 a.m. 25th ANNUAL DELAWARE DISTANCE CLASSIC 15K: Frawley Stadium 801 South Madison Street, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-798-4179.
• 8:30 a.m. BLUES CRUISE BLUE MARSH LAKE 50K: Out and back on single-track multi-use trail. Well marked, rolling hills, meadows, forest. Estimated elevation gain is less than 2000'. 8 well-stocked, enthusiastic aid stations. Nice views of Blue Marsh Lake throughout. Some roots, few rocks, very runnable trail in Blue Marsh Lake, Leesport, PA. Call 610-775-7931.
• 8:30 a.m. NEIGHBORHEART 5K RUN & 1 MILE WALK FOR AUTISM AWARENESS: Tyler State Park 101 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA. Call 267-352-4765.
• 9:00 a.m. THE LAWRENCE LOOP 10K ROAD RACE: Village Park Yeger Drive entrance Lawrenceville, NJ. Call 609-896-8000.
• 9:00 a.m. ART MUSEUM BIKE RIDE: 14-16 mph, 50 to 55 miles +/-. Start at Upper Dublin High School, 800 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA. Join me in my semi-annual ride to the Art Museum. Enjoy the changing colors and fall weather. No one dropped, regroup as necessary. We will try to come back through the Wisahickon Trail heading into Chestnut Hill. Rest stop near the Art Museum. Bring some food and drink in case the route changes. Rain cancels, call if unsure if ride is on. Contact Elliot Titcher at 215-641-0607.
• 9:00 a.m. CAPE MAY BEACHES HIKE: Depart Broad and Arch Sts., Philadelphia or call leader for alternate meeting place in Cape May. We will walk the beach and trails around Cape May Point State Park, Sunset Beach and the Higbee Beach Wildlife Area, conditions permitting. Bring lunch and a drink, and be prepared for a few detours. Approximately 8 miles. Dinner on your own afterward. Contact Leader: Carol Seelaus at 610-617-7977.
• 9:30 a.m. THE RICHARD STOCKTON COLLEGE ALUMNI 5K RUN: course is flat and fast and winds through Stockton's scenic campus, Sports Center at Stockton College, Pomona, NJ. Call 609-652-4469.
• 9:30 a.m. TRIMAX OCTOBERTEST TRAIL RUN: Blue Marsh Lake Recreation Area 1268 Palisades Drive, Leesport, PA. Call 610-780-8034.
• 9:30 a.m. BROAD MOUNTAIN HIKE: Round Trip Road Miles: 20, Hike Distance: 8 - 9 miles. Woodland walk along Gameland Road. We will follow along overlook to Lehigh Gorge then circle back to Route 93. Bring lunch and water, wear sturdy shoes. Contact Leader: Dick Snyder at 610-264-9327.
• 10:30 a.m. TOM'S SECRET TRAIL AND 5+ BRIDGES HIKE: 6 miles, easy to moderate pace – enjoy the scenery. Can you count the bridge crossings? At least 5+ bridges, secret Tom's trail, beaver lodges, river crossings (bridges), and lake views. Bring lunch. Meet at Batsto Village parking area (Rt 542). NC, NP. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leader: Tom Neigel at 609-206-3389.
• 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY SOMEWHERE SPIN BIKE RIDE: 14-16 mph, 50 - 60 Miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. Let's hit the road a get some miles in! We might go North, East, or West, and we are sure to encounter some uphill's that results in downhill's. We'll have a rest stop towards the middle somewhere. Bring food (or $'s) and drink. Inclement weather will shorten or cancel the ride. Contact Tom Kramlik at 215-453-6311.
• 11:00 a.m. PENNYPACK PARK HIKE: Depart outside the Dunkin Donuts, Castor & Bustleton Avenues, Philadelphia. This is a great time of the year to hike through this park, one of the gems of the Fairmount Park System. It offers quiet trails, removed from civilization, yet within the city itself. 6-7 miles. Contact Leader: Don Greenberg at 215-934-5676.
• 12:30 p.m. SCOTT MACKLER 5K RUN: Temple Beth El, 301 Possum Park Road, Newark, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
• 12:30 p.m. 2nd ANNUAL JACK'S TRACK'S 5K RUN: Conaty Park, behind Trolley Square on Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
• Noon BRITTANY'S 5K RUN VII: Hammonton Lake Park Avenue at Egg Harbor Road, Hammonton, NJ. Call 609-561-5679.
• 1:00 p.m. GRAND RE-OPENING OF CORE CREEK PARK TENNIS COURTS: Core Creek Park Tennis Courts Woodbourne Road, Langhorne, PA. Call 215-322-6802.
• DVOA IRON HILL: Iron Hill Park, Newark, DE. Call 610-792-0502.
• HEAD OF THE CHRISTINE REGATTA: Wilmington, DE. Master - Collegiate Men & Women - Junior - Dual. Contact Gordon L. Pizor at 302-373-8610.
• HEAD OF THE CHRISTINE REGATTA: Wilmington, DE. Master - Open - Junior – Novice. Contact Gordon L. Pizor at 302-373-8610.

MONDAY, OCT. 8, 2007

• 9:00 a.m. CHOSEN 300 GOLF OUT HUNGER: Mainland Golf Course 2250 Rittenhouse Road, Mainland, PA. Call 215-765-9806.
• 9:00 a.m. COLUMBUS DAY BIKE RIDE: 50+ miles, Class: C+. Meet at Planet Fitness parking lot in Aston PA at Pennell/Rt 452 & Marionville Rds 1/2 block from the NEW Super Wawa. Celebrate Columbus Day with me as we ride along the route Columbus took when he visited PA way back when. Quiz on historical facts afterwards. Expect hills but no one will be dropped. Rain cancels the ride. Contact Debbie Chaga at 610-494-3033.
• 10:00 a.m. BATSTO – WEST SIDE HIKE: 5 miles, easy/moderate pace. October is Pinelands Month in NJ – join us for this special weekday hike! Meet at Batsto Village Visitors Center parking lot. Arrive early and stop in at the Visitors Center and Museum. There are maps, exhibits and a variety of items and books about the Pinelands. Bad weather cancels. Option for lunch at a local restaurant after the hike. Contact Leaders: Bill Schmitt at 856-767-1838 and Norm Lucas at 609-654-5893.
• DARA HOLIDAY SHOOT-OUT RACQUET: University of Delaware, Newark, DE. Call 908-309-1829.
• PINELANDS MONTH TRIP ON THE WADING RIVER and BRING YOUR POOCH TOO! Celebrate Columbus Day paddling from Hawkin Bridge to Evans Bridge or Beaver Branch. This is a great trip for new and novice paddlers. Rentals available from Pine Barrens Canoe Rental at 800-732-0793. Contact Leaders: George & Leona F. at 609-259-3734.

TUESDAY, OCT. 9, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. TUESDAY AM LANSDALE BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 25-30 miles. Start at Whites Road Park, Whites Road, Lansdale, PA. Evening rides may be over, but my AM ride is still rolling. We'll ride on gently rolling scenic roads, often heading towards Evansburg and Harleysville. Rain or imminent threat of rain cancels ride. We ride on Thursday if it rains Tues. No one dropped. Whites Road runs between Broad St. and Valley Forge Rd. Start location is about 2 miles from NPHS. Meet by the sign. Contact Monica Coleman at 610-547-1430.
• 5:00 p.m. KEMPER PARK BIKE RIDES: 13-15 mph, 15-30 miles. Start at Kemper Park, 905 Valley Road, Warminster, PA. Our Tuesday evenings will still be filled with the sounds of the road, like "Car Back" and "Hole". Join us. Contact David C. Atkins at 215-675-4597.
• 6:00 a.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. Must have lights-front and back. Contact Betsy French at 610-544-8253.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 10, 2007

• 9:30 a.m. DOC'S BIKE RIDE: 35-60 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. STOCKTON – NEW HOPE CANAL HIKE: 8 miles, moderate pace. Hike the Stockton – New Hope – Lambertville loop along the D&R canal towpath. Bring lunch. Meet at D&R Canal parking. Contact Leaders: Joe Hummel at 856-235-8817 and Bill Poulson at 856-983-7609.
• 10:00 a.m. 3B HIKE - BOARDWALK, BRIDGE, BEACH ( OCEAN CITY ): 7 miles, moderate pace. Walk on Ocean city boardwalk 1-1/2 m. north, 2-1/2 m. through Gardens, over Longport Bridge. Lunch at fishing pier picnic area on bridge. Back over bridge to beach (tides permitting), back on boardwalk to starting point. Meet at 12th Street Pavilion on boardwalk. Park between 11th & 12th Streets on Ocean Avenue. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leader: Noel Wirth at 609-938-0418.
• 5:15 p.m. ASTON HILL CLIMBING SOCIETY: 10-15 miles, Class: All. Join Dan & Debbie as the AHCS meets for hill repeaters on old favorites including Cemetery Hill, Red Hill Rd, Convent Rd and a new one Dan is dying to show you. Meet at Planet Fitness, Aston PA at Pennell Road (Rt 452) & Marionville Rd. This is a great way to get a quick workout in and a Rita's water ice afterwards. All riders welcome since you do the hills at your own pace. Rain cancels the ride. Contact Debbie Chaga at 610-494-3033.
• 6:00 p.m. CONSHOHOCKEN TO ART MUSEUM "NIGHT LIGHTS" BIKE RIDE: 14-18 mph, 27 miles. Start at the SEPTA parking lot beneath the bridge, East Elm & Harry Streets, Conshohocken, PA. for a 27 mile round trip "Night Lights" road ride to the Philly Art Museum. Must have strong front lights and rear flashing lights. 5 minute bathroom / snack break at Lloyd Hall. Returns to Conshohocken by 8:30 p.m. Rain or starting temp. below 45F cancels ride. Contact Thomas G. Madle Sr. at 215-233-2578.