May 2023 DBTC Ride Schedule
Monday, May 1st:
9:00AM FUN/FUN PLUS-H2-23-SW Meet Merri Bruntz (303-517-9781) at Reynolds Landing parking lot (6745 S. Santa Fe Dr) for a ride south on the South Platte Trail to Chatfield State Park where we will ride to the marina via paved trails and road. After a break we will return via the same route. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Tuesday May 2nd:
10:00 AM LEISURE- H1-2 -19-SE. Meet Marlene Patacky (720-838-7338) at the Fairmount Cemetery Mausoleum - 430 S Quebec St, Denver, CO 80247. Ride a loop on paved trails Highline Canal to Toll Creek to Cherry Creek Spillway. This is a leisure ride, average pace 8-10 mph.
Wednesday May 3rd:
10:00 AM FUN-H2/3-20-SW Red Rocks Loop From Lakewood Meet Patty Gaspar (303-618-5069) at Stone House Park on Estes and Yale; Ride the Bear Creek Trail to the C-470 trail to Dinosaur Ridge.Up and over to Red Rocks. Break at the Trading Post. Ride then fly down to Morrison Road and the Bear Creek Trail back to the starting point at Stone House.Bring a picnic for lunch after. Oh yes, I’ll have Carl’s ebike but you are welcome to join us on your regular bike.
10:00 AM INT-2000ft gain-38 miles. Meet Diane Short across from the gas station at Rooney Rd and Morrison Rd (C-470) at 10:00. Ride through Red Rocks, the Hogback, Rooney Rd to Colfax, pick up bike path to the bike path from the 'Taj' (Jeffco govt. Center) into Golden, through neighborhoods to White Ranch, down 56th Ave, cross Highway 93, 58th Ave and neighborhoods to Vigil and 64th, into Blum (Arvada) Reservoir and circle back to Easley Road, Golden, bike path, Rooney Rd all the way back to the start. RSVP no later than Tuesday at noon. 303-271-9642 (landline only)
Thursday, May 4th (Happy Star Wars Day-May the fourth be with you!!!):
10:00 AM FUN-H2-22mi-SE Eisenhower Park Loop Meet Bill Luttrell (719) 235-3868 at Eisenhower Park, 4300 E Dartmouth Ave Denver Co at 10AM for a fun loop ride down Dartmouth to South Platte, REI, Cherry Creek trail, Cook Park, then through neighborhood back to start. We will stop at REI for a bathroom and refueling. Please call or text me so I know how many people we have on the ride.
10:30 AM MTB, P2, T2, South Valley Park. This is a Show’nGo sponsored by Liz Cameron. Meet at the South Valley North Trailhead for a ride on the trails of South Valley Park and the South Hogback Open Space. There is no specific leader, however we usually group riders with others of similar ability. There are maps at the parking lot. Info about the park can be found at https://www.jeffco.us/1431/South-Valley-Park . Or, Jefferson County Open Space/ Parks and Trails/ South Valley THE DIRECTIONS: From the interchange of C-470 and Ken Caryl Ave., go west one-third mile to the first traffic signal and turn left at the light (which is about a 45 degree turn.) Go south about one mile, passing straight through the stop sign intersection. Continue south until you see the parking lot and restrooms on the left. Turn left and park on the far end of the upper level. POST-RIDE: Bring snack and a chair for a picnic at the trailhead. SIGN IN / WAIVER: All participants must sign Denver Bicycle Touring Club’s Participation Agreement and Waiver sheet.
Saturday, May 6th: KICKOFF at Clement Park
9:00 AM LEISURE-H2-12-SW. Dutch Creek-Lily Gulch Loop Meet Wayne Tomasello (720 854-8767) for a ride up Lily Gulch to Kipling to the Dutch Creek Trail and on to Columbine Valley. We will head back to Clement Park hungry and ready for a great lunch. Be sure to register at DBTC.org if you wish to stay for lunch.
9:00 AM FUN-H2-25-S. CLEMENT PARK LOOP. Meet Jeff Krinsky (720-373-9107) and Patty Gaspar (303-618-5069) in Shelter P. The Clement Park Loop is west along Lily Gulch Trail out to C-470, then on C-470 Trail south and east to the Platte River Greenway, returning to Clement Park via the Columbine Valley neighborhood.
9:30 AM LEISURE H2–16-SW Meet Dave Noble (home 303-694-2008, cell 303-906-3163) for a ride through Columbine, Bow Mar, and Grant Ranch neighborhoods.
9:40 AM FUN PLUS/INT H-2-18 SW Meet Peter Woulfe (540-219-6674) at Clement Park. We will ride some quiet streets in the Columbine neighborhood to South Platte Canyon Rd., to Chatfield State Park, up the dam, ride the paved portion then to the C-470 trail, to Garrison St., onto a few quiet, winding streets, to the Dutch Creek Trail, and return to Clement Park.
Sunday, May 7th:
10:45 AM INT-H3-20-W-2000ft Lookout Mountain Loop Meet Bill Luttrell at Rooney Road Trailhead near Alameda & 470 at 10:45AM, leave at 11AM. Call or text me at (719) 235-3868 to register as I am limiting the ride to 9 riders. We will take Rooney Road to Us 6 trail to 19th, up and over Lookout and fun ride downhill to US 40 to Heritage, then back over Dinosaur Ridge. There are restrooms at windy ridge and top of Lookout Mtn. , which also has water. We will regroup at Windy ridge and the top as we all climb at a different pace.
Monday, May 8th:
9:00AM FUN/FUN PLUS-H3-27-NW Meet Merri Bruntz (303-517-9781) at Anderson Park (44th & Field St) for a ride west on the Clear Creek Trail to Easley Rd and on to the Arvada Reservoir. We will ride a loop over the reservoir and back to the start via the same route. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.ay 10th:
9:30AM FUN PLUS H-2-20 SW Meet Peter Woulfe (540-219-6674) at the west end of the parking lot for the Broken Tee Golf Course (2101 W. Oxford, Englewood 80110). We will ride the South Platte to Chatfield State Park, and up the dam. We will ride the paved part of the dam, then return via C-470 and the South Platte Trail. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
9:30 AM FUN-H2-20 SW Meet Patty Gaspar (303-618-5069) for a slower version of this ride. Meet at the west end of the parking lot for the Broken Tee Golf Course (2101 W. Oxford, Englewood 80110). We will ride the South Platte to Chatfield State Park, and up the dam. We will ride the paved part of the dam, then return via C-470 and the South Platte Trail. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Thursday, May 11th:
THIS RIDE IS POSTPONED TO FRIDAY, MAY 19th DUE TO WEATHER
9:00 LEISURE-H1-20 NW Big Dry Creek Ride. Meet Jake Jacobi (720.808.2306) behind McDonalds on the south-west corner of 100th and Wadsworth Pkwy. We will ride out and back on Big Dry Creek Trail—a very flat trail. Depending on what the group wants, it could be longer.
THIS RIDE IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
10:00 AM FUN-H1-24 mi Twin Lakes to Little Dry Creek Meet Fred Tarbell at 226-318 W 70th Ave Denver, ΒΌ mile West of Broadway and 70th Ave. Ride West on Clear Creek to Little Dry Creek junction. Follow Little Dry Creek through urban neighborhoods to W 80th Ave.Then connect to Arbor Park Lake for a loop ride before returning to W 80thAve. Continue West along 80th Ave and reconnect to Little Dry Creek trail passing around Pomona Lake. Return to Starbucks at Safeway on W 80th Ave for bathroom break. After break we will return East on Little Dry Creek to Twin Lakes. Welcome to bring lunch and socialize after the ride.
Friday, May 12th:
THIS RIDE IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
10:00 AM FUN PLUS– H3 – 27 Miles – West –Meet Tom Fitzgerald (303-424-1082) at Anderson Park (44th & Field in Wheat Ridge). We’ll ride west on the Clear Creek Trail to circumnavigate North Table Mountain, via Easley Road, 60th/58th Avenues, Hwy 93 (for 2 blocks), and some quiet (but kinda hilly) roads west of Hwy 93. We’ll stop for a break at either Starbuck’s or the Golden Creamery (think ice cream & chocolate). Then we’ll return to Anderson Park via Clear Creek Trail. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Saturday, May 13th:
9:30 AM FUN H2–20 - Downtown Meet Jeff Krinsky (720-373-9107) for this Mother's Day Mother's Appreciation Beverage Ride that is designed for both mothers and anyone who has or has had a mother. We will meet at the City of Cuernavaca Park downtown (23rd Ave Exit from I25, go down the hill, drive by the REI Superstore going NE, cross 15th St and keep going till you see the parking lot directly in front of you. Go to the parking lot past the large bike statue.) for this fantastic ride down the Cherry Creek Bike Path towards the Cherry Creek Reservoir and back. Remember that a beverage of your choice will be provided to all mothers and non-mothers alike at the break at the REI Starbucks on the return voyage. THIS RIDE WILL START YOUR MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND OFF WITH A BANG!
10:30 AM Beginner Introduction to Mountain Biking Lesson #1 Meet Dick Plastino 303-988-5359 on the C-470 frontage road across from the Philips 66 station on Morrison Road. Read the attached link for details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hJX1YV8sF7f9LmTkXe2c4-OliXR_WTDnSts5razIy-8/edit (if the link doesn't work contact Dick.)
Mother's Day Sunday, May 14th
11:00am FUN PLUS-H2-32-NW Meet Donald Schmertz at 720-785-0616 at Crown Hill Parking lot near Garland St. We will go from Crown Hill towards Red Rocks and Morrison, to Golden and back to start. We will take bathroom and snack stops along the way where needed by the group. Bring plenty of water and snacks for the ride. See link for profile. DBTC South ride
Monday May 15th:
9:00AM FUN/FUN PLUS-H2-25-SW Meet Merri Bruntz (303-517-9781) at Broken Tee Golf Course (west end of parking lot at 2101 W. Oxford in Englewood). We will ride the South Platte Trail north and ride the Bear Creek Trail over the Bear Creek Dam to Morrison. We will return via Morrison Rd to Fox Hollow Golf Course, where we will meet up with the trail and ride back to the start. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Tuesday May 16th:
10:00 AM LEISURE-H1-17-NW Boulder 180+ Always wanted to ride the Boulder 360 but not quite ready for it? Let’s ride the B-180! Meet Marcy Rodney (720 985-3403 text, no vm) at the East Boulder Community Center, 5660 Sioux Dr., north side, east end, nearest to the trail. We will go north along the South Boulder Creek Trail, pick up the Goose Creek Path and stop by the Valmont Bike Park. We’ll take a loop through the Four Mile Creek area, a strong downhill on the path next to Foothills, and head back on the Boulder Creek Path. Approximately 17 miles total. Here’s the route
Wednesday, May 17th:
10:00 AM FUN- H2to3-25 SW Beautiful Spring Ride Meet Patty Gaspar(303-618-5069) at the Sheridan Library Parking lot west of Federal and Oxford. We’ll head toward the rebuilt Bow Mar area and go to Bowles Lake, Grant Ranch to Wadsworth and back to Sheridan High School. We’ll ride some hills and lots of ups and downs, some beautiful quiet streets and pleasant bike paths. Lunch is at Monaghan’s Bar and Grill 3889 S King St. There used to be a tunnel from there to Fort Logan so the soldiers could sneak out. Weather permitting - watch MeetUp.
Thursday, May 18th:
TOO WET - RESCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY MAY 21ST
10:00 AM FUN PLUS-H2-26mi NE Rotella Park to Webster Lake, Northglenn, Meet Fred Tarbell ,630-888-5290,at Rotella Park,(East end at Shelter 1) 1824 Coronado Pkwy S. Denver. The route is East out of Rotella Park on Niver Creek to the South Platte bike path. North on Platte to the left junction of the Grange Hall Creek trail. Follow the trail to Margaret Carpenter Park crossing 104th Ave.Continue past Carpenter Park on a green way trail through Thornton and Northglenn suburbs. Turn North along the East side of I-25 interstate to arrive at Webster Park and Lake. A break for snacks, water, and bathroom visit before returning the same route to Rotella Park. Bring snacks or lunch items if you want to visit after the ride.
TOO WET - RIDE IS CANCELLED - HIKE STILL POSSIBLE
10:30 AM, MTB, P2, T2, Dawson Butte. A nice five mile loop south of Denver. Liz Cameron will meet the riders, however this is a show and go - we generally group up with riders of similar ability. DIRECTIONS: Go south on I-25 to exit 181 in Castle Rock. Continue on the frontage road south for five miles to Tomah Road. Go right ( west) on Tomah for 1.5 miles to the trailhead. Address is 1753 Tomah Road, Castle Rock, CO 80109. POST-RIDE: Bring snacks and chair for picnic at trailhead MAP - While Douglas County Open Space does not provide paper brochure maps at the trailhead , there is a large signboard map . You can take a screenshot of it on your phone WAIVER: Everyone attending must sign the DBTC waiver and participation form. The form will be passed around at the start.
Friday, May 19th
POSTPONED FROM THURSDAY, MAY 11th DUE TO WEATHER
9:00 LEISURE-H1-20 NW Big Dry Creek Ride. Meet Jake Jacobi (720.808.2306) behind McDonalds on the south-west corner of 100th and Wadsworth Pkwy. We will ride out and back on Big Dry Creek Trail—a very flat trail. Depending on what the group wants, it could be longer.
10:00 AM FUN PLUS–H2 – 28 Miles – West – Meet Tom Fitzgerald (303-424-1082) at Sloan’s Lake (north side, near the restrooms). We’ll ride north on some quiet streets in NW Denver to the Clear Creek Trail, east to the Platte River Trail, then south to REI for a break. Then back on the Platte River Trail south to the Lakewood Dry Gulch Trail, and west to Garrison Street. Finally, north on Garrison through the Glens to 26th Avenue, and east back to Sloan’s Lake.
THIS RIDE IS CANCELLED DUE TO TRAIL CLOSURE
11:00 AM MTB P2-T2 Join Jennifer Saxhaug (720-260-8595)/ Cathy Pimm: Enjoy a ride up Waterton Canyon to the dam or Lenny’s Bench. Be ready to ride at 11AM. Meet at the Audubon parking lot. ( 11280 Waterton Canyon Road) After the ride, we can enjoy lunch. Bring a chair and food - Snacks will be provided.
Saturday, May 20th:
9:00AM FUN/FUN PLUS-H2-27-NW Meet Merri Bruntz (303-517-9781) at Anderson Park (44th & Field St) for a ride east on the Clear Creek Trail which we take east to the South Platte Trail. We will then ride to REI for a break, returning back to the park via neighborhoods in the Highlands and Wheat Ridge. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Sunday, May 21st:
RESCHEDULED FROM THURSDAY MAY 18TH
10:00 AM FUN PLUS-H2-26mi NE Rotella Park to Webster Lake, Northglenn, Meet Fred Tarbell ,630-888-5290,at Rotella Park,(East end at Shelter 1) 1824 Coronado Pkwy S. Denver. The route is East out of Rotella Park on Niver Creek to the South Platte bike path. North on Platte to the left junction of the Grange Hall Creek trail. Follow the trail to Margaret Carpenter Park crossing 104th Ave.Continue past Carpenter Park on a green way trail through Thornton and Northglenn suburbs. Turn North along the East side of I-25 interstate to arrive at Webster Park and Lake. A break for snacks, water, and bathroom visit before returning the same route to Rotella Park. Bring snacks or lunch items if you want to visit after the ride.
10:45 AM INT-H3-20-W-2000ft Lookout Mountain Loop Meet Bill Luttrell at Rooney Road Trailhead near Alameda & 470 at 10:45AM, leave at 11AM. Call or text me at (719) 235-3868 to register as I am limiting the ride to 9 riders. We will take Rooney Road to Us 6 trail to 19th, up and over Lookout and have a ride downhill to US 40 to Heritage, then back over Dinosaur Ridge. There are restrooms at the windy ridge and top of Lookout Mtn. , which also has water. We will regroup at Windy ridge and the top as we all climb at a different pace.
Monday May 22nd:
9:00AM FUN/FUN PLUS-H3-20-NW Meet Merri Bruntz (303-517-9781) at Anderson Park (44th & Field St) for a loop ride to Golden, through Arvada and back to the park. We will ride the Clear Creek Trail, Tucker Gulch, Mesa St Trail, Van Bibber Trail and Blunn Trail before taking 52nd Ave through western Arvada to return. Note: We will spend approximately one mile on a wide shoulder on Hwy 93 during this ride. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Tuesday, May 23:
9:00 AM FUN+-H3-10-W-1370'gain. "Progressive Lookout Challenge #1: Lookout Mountain for Beginners 101!" Meet 09:00. Been wanting to try Lookout and/or just wanting to get elevation training in? This easier one is for you. Meet Marilyn Choske (TEXT to Register by May 22 - 303-905-8510) at the Lookout Mountain Road "pillars" parking lot--> (from Hwy 6, go .3 mile on Lookout Mtn Road to parking on the left. Restrooms available. If you pass the two big pillars, you've gone too far.) We'll ride at our own paces and stop at the Windy Saddle Lot 3.1 miles from the cars; regroup. Continue to 4.7 miles and pull off at the yellow posts on the right; regroup. Ride up to the souvenir shop/restrooms/viewing deck. Return down the mountain to our cars! Register via TEXT to the leader by May 22. Ride will not go if rainy or forecast is for morning rain; call the leader if in doubt.
9:30 AM LEISURE–H1–17–NWClear Creek Trail. Meet Lin Hark (303-507-3502) at Twin Lakes Park at 300 W. 70th Ave (west of Broadway) for a ride west on the Clear Creek Trail to Anderson Park. After a break we will return via the same route. Bring a sack lunch and a chair for a picnic afterwards.
10:00 AM MTB T2, P2, approx. 14 miles, Highlands Ranch Backcountry Trails. Meet Steve Thomas (303-419-2531)to explore the numerous trail options available at the far south end of Highlands Ranch, including a portion of the Douglas County East-West Trail. All of the trails are smooth single track with no rocky areas, just lots of twists and turns and a few short climbs. We will meet at Pronghorn Park in Highlands Ranch. Go south on Broadway to Wildcat Reserve Pkwy. Go right on Wildcat Reserve and take the first left, Wethersfield Way. Go south on Wethersfield a short distance to Pronghorn Park, which will be on the right. Bring a snack to share after the ride.
Wednesday, May 24th:
9:30 AM Fun Plus – H1 – 30 Miles – SE – Meet Tom Fitzgerald (303-424-1082) at Ruby Hill Park (West Florida Avenue, west of Santa Fe). We’ll ride north on the Platte River Trail to REI, then east on the Cherry Creek Trail, with a break at the Cook Recreation Center. Back on the Cherry Creek Trail, meeting up with the Highline Canal Trail, back west to the Eisenhower Recreation Center, down Dartmouth to the Platte River Trail, and north back to Ruby Hill Park. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
THIS RIDE IS CANCELLED
11:00 AM MTB T1-P2 12-16 mile loop Meet Janet Martel 303-929-5950 jmartel98@gmail.com & Steve Thomas steve.thomas001@yahoo.comat Ridgeline Open Space Trailhead (2525 Coachline Road, Castle Rock.) Coachline Road Trailhead in Castle Rock. Restrooms at TH. This trailhead sits between two Castle Rock open space parks. We will combine the two parks to approximate a 12-16 mile loop. Please see trail maps and description on MTB Project. Bring snacks and plenty of water, there is no water at trail head. Standard mountain bikes as well as e- mtb welcome.
Thursday, May 25th:
10:00 AM Fun Plus-H2-26mi NE Rotella Park to Webster Lake, Northglenn, Meet Fred Tarbell ,630-888-5290,at Rotella Park,(East end at Shelter 1) 1824 Coronado Pkwy S. Denver. The route is East out of Rotella Park on Niver Creek to the South Platte bike path. North on Platte to the left junction of the Grange Hall Creek trail. Follow the trail to Margaret Carpenter Park crossing 104th Ave. Continue past Carpenter Park on a green way trail through Thornton and Northglenn suburbs. Turn North along the East side of I-25 interstate to arrive at Webster Park and Lake. A break for snacks, water, and bathroom visit before returning the same route to Rotella Park. Bring snacks or lunch items if you want to visit after the ride.
10:30 AM, GREENLAND MTB Show and Go Liz Cameron (bizliz8888@gmail.com) will meet the riders, however, this is a “show and go “. We generally group up according to ability. The Greenland side trails are considered easy, while the Spruce Mountain side is more intermediate. Greenland, Spruce Meadows, and Spruce Mountain are open spaces managed by Douglas County. DIRECTIONS: The address for the Greenland Trailhead is 1532 Noe Road, Larkspur, CO 80118. Go south on I 25 , then get off at exit 167 (Greenland exit). Go west a short distance, then turn left south. Keep going ahead ( south) til you reach the Greenland Trailhead parking area. POST-RIDE: Bring snacks and a chair for picnic in the shelter MAPS: There are no paper maps at TH, but there is an artistic poster rendering of the trails, of which you can take a screenshot. WAIVER / PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT: All riders must sign the DBTC Participation Agreement and Waiver. The form will be passed out at the beginning of the ride.
Saturday, May 27th:
9:00 AM FUN PLUS–H3–21-NW THE HIDDEN GEMS OF LOUISVILLE!!! (Elevation Gain = 1225 feet) Meet Jeff Krinsky (720-373-9107) This exciting ride full of twists and turns uses the newest portion of the HWY 36 trail that goes west from Interlocken into Boulder then loops back through Louisville and Superior using some interesting secret trails including the Double Lombard Street Experience and the famous Black Hole of Louisville! See you at the Safeway at the Rock Creek village Shopping Center in Superior for this tour of the trails of Superior, Louisville, and South Boulder (with a few roads mixed in as required). Rock Creek village is centrally located in Superior at the NW corner of Coalton and Rock Creek Parkway (Address is 1601 Coalton Road Superior, CO. 80027.)
NEW RIDE
8:30 am-FUN-H1-18-NE Meet Suzy Ward & Ruby Frederick (303-522-3573)at the Living Hope Bible Church at 105 S. Moline St. Aurora 80012 (park towards the back) at 8:15 am, wheels down 8:30 am. We will take the Highline Canal Trail and some neighborhood streets to get to the Colorado Freedom Memorial, then enjoy the 10th anniversary Memorial celebration at the Colorado Freedom Memorial in Aurora starting with a free pancake breakfast (donations accepted), followed by the ceremony. Bring a small blanket to sit on. We will return the same way. https://coloradofreedommemorial.com/event/colorado-remembers/
Sunday, May 28th:
9:00 AM – INT–H3– 25 Miles – Meet Tom Fitzgerald (303-424-1082) at the Stone House (Estes & Yale at the Bear Creek Trail). We’ll pedal west to Fox Hollow Golf Course, through Bear Creek Lake Park to Morrison. Then north along the C470 Trail, over C470 to Rooney Road, and up & over Dinosaur Ridge, then up to the Trading Post at Red Rocks, and back to Morrison. From there we’ll pedal back east through Bear Creek Lake Park, over Mount Falcon to Fox Hollow Golf Course, and on to the Stone House. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
9:30 AM LEISURE-H1-20-SE Parker Farmer's Market. Meet Karen Kelley (303-260-9029) at Arapahoe Trailhead (14780 E Arapahoe Rd, just E of Jordan Rd). We will ride the South Cherry Creek Trail into downtown Parker Farmer's Market. Bring a bike lock and money for pastries/ burritos.
10:30 AM MTB Make your fun plans for this dirt trail tribe gathering. The annual ride is ON again. This is the mountain bike ride leading into summer season. Join tribe members at the trail head, watch them break into clans, then see them re-group for a Southern Sun gathering. Clans are groups with fewer than 10 riders. If you know your clan name, that can be put in the MeetUp comments.
Route is following Marshall Mesa east to Community Ditch, back west and cross the bridge to the Marshall Mesa climb southward. Cross Hwy 93 at the southwest corner of the Greenbelt area, then go southwest to Doudy Draw. Explore the Vista trails before descending the rocky gulch dropping into Spring Brook loop. Ride the loop counter-clockwise while thinking about your summer adventures. Return by dropping north in the Draw, then via the Community Ditch trail and the Hwy 93 underpass.
As usual, compare notes at Southern Sun Brewpub. Southern Sun is about 3 miles north of the trailhead, in the Table Mesa Shopping Center. Order a sandwich and get a refreshing drink. Please keenly NOTE: Southern Sun is CASH only!
Monday May 29th: Memorial Day
9:00AM FUN/FUN Plus-H3-29-NW Meet Merri Bruntz (303-517-9781) at Prospect Park (44th & Robb St) for a ride west on the Clear Creek Trail to Easley Road. We will ride over the Arvada Reservoir and then ride the entire length of the Ralston Creek Trail connecting to the Clear Creek Trail west back to the park. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
Tuesday, May 30th:
8:00 AM INT-H3-16-W-+1897' "Progressive Lookout Challenge #2: Lookout Mountain for Beginners 102!" MEET PLACE TBD--directions in Golden will be sent to registered riders. We add a bit more distance & elevation from the "101" ride! Meet Marilyn Choske (TEXT to register by May 29 @ 303-905-8510) at the meet place described at end of description. Once we get to Lookout Mountain Road, ride at your pace to Windy Saddle lot at 5.2 miles; regroup. Continue to 6.8 miles and pull off at the yellow posts on the right; regroup. Ride up to the shop/restrooms/viewing deck. Enjoy the downhill ride and we'll stop at a nearby coffee stop (bring $) to celebrate your Lookout accomplishment! Return to the cars. Ride will not go if rainy or forecast is for morning rain; call the leader if in doubt.
Wednesday, May 31st:
9:00AM FUN PLUS/INT-H2-23-SW Meet Peter Woulfe (540-219-6674) cell at Reynolds Landing parking lot (6745 S. Santa Fe Dr). We will ride the South Platte to Chatfield State Park, then up the dam over to the marina. After a break we will return the same way. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic afterwards.
9:15 AM FUN-H2-25 SW Look for the Eagles Meet Patty Gaspar 303-618-5069 Meet at Reynolds Landing, 6745 S Santa Fe Dr. (From Santa go west on Brewery Lane, toward the South Platte River, go past Breckenridge Brewery to the parking lot at the end of the road). This is a slower version of Peter’s ride. We’ll ride the Platte River Trail to Chatfield, over the dam then west to check out the new roads and the marina – and see if the bald eagles returned to their nest this year. Bring your lunch for a picnic.
Friday, June 2nd- Sneak Preview Register by June 1st:
8:00AM FUN+-H3-26-W-1,500' elev'. Meet ride leader, Marilyn Choske (text to REGISTER by June 1 - 303-905-8510), at Prospect Park in Wheat Ridge (44th & Robb). Ride west on Clear Creek Trail (CCT), onto Easley Road, and encircle North Table Mountain around to 58th & Hwy 93. Ride into the East entrance of White Ranch Park, then go west, access 6th Ave bike path to Taj Mahal. Ride bike-friendly (for the most part) streets and paths with a beverage stop (bring $) before returning to cars. Ride will not go if rainy or forecast is for morning rain; call the leader if in doubt.