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Destination Ride: Trails Near Michigan State University

Please join us Saturday, July 20 for a destination ride featuring trails near Michigan State University.

Ride Leaders: Amy Copeland & Andrea Egeland featuring host Denise Egeland

Meet: 8:00 AM Saturday, July 20 at AMC Theater on 3930 E Dupont, Fort Wayne for carpooling.

Drive to: Val Halla Park trailhead in Holt Michigan - 4000 Val Halla Park, Holt MI 48842

Bikes: Any type of bike will work as the trails are paved. Helmets are required for all club rides.

Pace: Leisurely 10-12 MPH

Distance: 25-35 miles, depending on how much riding vs sightseeing the group wants to do

Trails: Val Halla Trail, Sycamore Trail, Lansing River Trail

Denise Egeland will be our tour guide on bike trails and sites around the Lansing Michigan area. She is tentatively setting up a MSU dairy tour for us. Bring some spending money as you'll want to have some tasty MSU ice-cream and chocolate cheese!

After the ride everyone is invited to a barbecue (see RSVP info below!) at Denise's house, and her neighbor has offered to show his bee hives. For those interested in spending the night after the barbecue, Denise is graciously offering her home and camping if you bring a tent.

Barbecue RSVP: Private message Denise Egeland by Thursday July 18 if you are coming to her house after the ride for the barbecue, and she will give you her address.