Maple Leaf Bike Ride Info
The annual Maple Leaf Bike Ride will be held October 11, 2008 at Kellogg Lake Pavillion in Carthage, MO. The purpose of this event is to raise funds for the development of the Ruby Jack Trail - a 16 mile "Rails to Trails" project that starts at Carthage, MO and goes through the towns of Oronogo and Carl Junction, and extends all the way to the Kansas State Line. The trail is currently open for hiking and mountain biking, but it is very rough and a lot of work needs to be done before it can be fully opened for use by all types of bikes. By registering for this event you are helping the Joplin Trails Coalition make the Ruby Jack Trail a true asset to the entire Southwest Missouri region.100% of all funds raised will be used by the Joplin Trails Coalition to develop, maintain, and enhance the Ruby Jack and Frisco Greenway Trails.
Rides
The main feature of the Maple Leaf Bike Ride is the actual road ride. Ride lengths of 15, 35, 50, 70 and 100 miles are offered. All rides are on quiet country roads with minimal traffic. SAG support and rest stops with food and water will be provided. Maps of the routes will be available at the event, or you can download a map.
Costs for the road ride if prepaid by September 25, 2008: $15.00 for the 15 mile ride, $25.00 for the 35, 50, 70, and 100 mile rides, or $65.00 per family (includes parents and their children under 16). All ride prices increase by $5.00 if paid after September 25, 2008. Don't delay, register today!
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDERS
A free Bike Rodeo will be offered for the younger kids. A free bike helmet is available for first 25 kids that register. The Carthage Police Department will be putting ID numbers on bicycles. An adult must be present with the child at all times. The Bike Rodeo starts at approxiamtely 8:45 am, after all the participants in the road rides have departed.
Lunch
Lunch, consisting of burgers and hot dogs, will be served at 11:00 am through the end of the event. Cost for the lunch is $4.50 for registered riders, or $5.50 for those who don't register to ride.
Poker Run and Drawing For Bike
Each registered rider will be eligible to win prizes in the poker run. Collect a playing card at each rest stop. At the end of the ride, the rider with the best poker hand wins a prize! Also, all registered riders will automatically be entered in a drawing for a new bicycle, generously donated by Bicycle Specialists of Joplin, MO.
Directions To Kellogg Lake Pavillion
Kellog Lake Pavillion is located in the northeast section of Carthage, MO at the intersection of Highway 96 and Old 66 Blvd. The GPS Coordinates for Kellogg Lake Pavillion are: N 37° 11.266' W 94° 17.694'. Click on the coordinates for a map.
