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Please join us for Cherry Blossom Bike ride from Bethesda to Georgetown (and back) with a detour in Bethesda’s Kenwood area to explore the Cherry Blossoms!
We will be starting from 7106 46th street parking lot (which is free on weekends) in Bethesda. The Capital Crescent trail is a short ride from the parking lot. On the way to Georgetown, will take a detour to explore Cherry Blossoms in Kenwood. Going to Georgetown will be a piece of cake (it is downhill). And we will have a piece of (vegan) cake after we get back to Bethesda.
This event is for those who are fully vaccinated only. Also please do not attend if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19. VSDC greatly appreciates your cooperation.
Meeting point: https://goo.gl/maps/6oEPcXPbZN7hfS1N8
Meeting Time: 9:15am
Route: https://goo.gl/maps/SRtGQnaxqfNjLGno6
Length: 17 miles
Difficulty level: strenuous
Elevation change: 420 ft up & down
Time: ~3 hours at moderate pace.
Pace: moderate ~10 mph
Biking surface: paved
Route type: mostly trails, roads and sidewalks.
Lunch spot: Planta Bethesda. No outdoor seating at Planta. But there are plenty of outdoor seating nearby anyone who wants to be outdoors can do a takeout order.
Food/Water: Bring your own vegan snacks and (non-alcoholic) beverage to enjoy. Please carry plenty of water!
Weather: we will not be riding in (a lot of) rain so stay tuned for Comments on this page.
To find us: We will be in the 7106 46th Street parking lot.
During the ride: we will plan to stop often to let the group gather together.
*For important updates, regularly monitor the “Comments” section on this page (below).*
*Don’t be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.*
*When you sign up to join, you automatically acknowledge
VSDC hikes (and bikes) Liability Waiver: https://vsdc.org/www.meetup.com/vegan-28/ *
*Please also view and abide by the RULES listed below*
RULES
* Pets are not allowed
* Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during this event.
* Practice safe biking habits including:
* Wearing a bike helmet
* Keeping a safe distance between each other (bikes don’t have brake lights and tailgating can easily result in crashes)
* Avoid side by side riding unless the road gives us ample opportunity
* This event is for those who are fully vaccinated only. Also please do not attend if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19.
If you comply with the above, we look forward to seeing you IRL (in real life)! Thanks for your support.
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