To make the ride meaningful as well as fun, I am raising funds for Barnstable Land Trust. I'm excited to be able to support my new organization outside of the office, on my bike - there's no place I'd rather be!
Chances are on any given weekend, you'd find me on my bike with friends, exploring the beautiful trails and roads on the Cape. As the new Executive Director of the Barnstable Land Trust, I'm thrilled to be able to combine my hobby with my professional life.
Please join me by riding with our team, the BLT Land Rovers, or by donating to the cause!
Cape Cod residents, whether summer or year-round, are deeply connected to the landscape and waterways. Our aim to to protect our special places present and future generations. Barnstable Land Trust (BLT) is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the open spaces and natural resources within the Town of Barnstable on Cape Cod. We work collaboratively with the Town of Barnstable, partner organizations and landowners to protect important places through acquisition and conservation restrictions. BLT is supported by generous contributions from the community and from our members. BLT is currently the steward of 1,082 acres of land in Barnstable’s seven villages.
Learn more about BLT at www.blt.org!
Tour de Barnstable: Barnstable Land Trust
This “Grand Bike Do” is modeled on the tradition of European "Gran Fondos." It is a shorter distance but as the name implies, will be great fun for all participants.
This a 38-mile ride through the 7 villages of the Town of Barnstable on Cape Cod, MA. In addition, there will be a 10-mile ride for those not wishing to do the entire 38 miles.
Youth rides are included.
The start and end of the ride is at Aselton Park, corner of South Street and Ocean Avenue in Hyannis, MA. Part of the ride will follow the South Coast Bicycle Route, a signed, on-road bicycle route highlighting the villages of Barnstable on comfortable, quiet secondary roadways. Maps of the ride are at the bottom of the page.
The first 288 registrants, age 13 and over, will receive a long-sleeve, quarter zip, wick shirt, and a cycling cap.
Beneficiaries of the event are: Barnstable Land Trust, the Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce, Cape Cod Maritime Museum, Mass Bike and Calmer Choice
The ride has four components:
A youth ride for those 6 and under for 500 yards, beginning at 8:00 a.m.
A youth ride for those 7-12 for one mile, beginning at 8:15 a.m.
The main ride, beginning at 8:00 a.m.
The registration fees are as follows:
6 and under $0.00
7-12 $10.00
38-mile ride:
$55.00 through March 26, 2017
$60.00 through May 5, 2017
$65.00 on May 6 & 7, 2017
10-mile ride:
$40.00 through March 27,2017
$45.00 through May 5, 2017
$50.00 on May 6 & 7, 2017
Registration:
On-line until May 5, 2017 at 11:45 p.m.
Same weekend registration and packet pick up at Cape Cod Beer's brewery, 1336 Phinney's Lane in Hyannis, on May 6 from 4:00-7:00 p.m., and on May 7 from 6:00-7:30 a.m. at Aselton Park, corner of South Street and Ocean Avenue, Hyannis, MA.
There will be a pre-event party at Cape Cod Beer, 1336 Phinney's Lane, Hyannis, MA on May 6 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. There will be a post-event party at the Cape Cod Maritime Museum, directly next to Aselton Park. Everyone who rides will receive a complimentary membership to the Maritime Museum.
Fundraising
There is a fundraising component to the event, and although not a requisite, it is appreciated. The goal is to have every participant raise $100.00 or more for Barnstable Land Trust, or anyone of the other beneficiaries. Details will be included when you receive your confirmation e-mail.
Barnstable Land Trust (BLT) is the only private nonprofit organization dedicated solely to preserving the open spaces and natural resources within the Town of Barnstable on Cape Cod. BLT is supported by generous contributions from the community and from our members. BLT is currently the steward of 1,100 acres of land in Barnstable’s seven villages.
Barnstable Land Trust preserves land that protects wildlife habitat, scenic vistas, sensitive watersheds, wetlands, forests and other valuable open space in the Town of Barnstable. These protected lands are held in their natural state in perpetuity for the benefit of the community and future generations. They are helping to keep the Cape beautiful, preserving all the nature we come back for every year.
To learn more, head to http://blt.org/.