Bike from Blue Hills to Boston Common and Celebrate AMC 150 !
Details
Activity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Marjorie O'Malley
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000001nJk5
Audience: Adults
Description: Celebrate the AMC 150th Anniversary: A Commemorative Cycling Journey Join us for a fun and historic bike ride to celebrate the Appalachian Mountain Club's (AMC) 150th Anniversary ! This memorable 40-mile round trip connects the natural beauty of the Blue Hills Reservation with the heart of the city at Boston Common and is a key leg of the AMC 150 Anniversary Relay. Route Details Starting Point: Adjacent to the Skyline Trail at the Blue Hills Reservation . Parking: Shea Skating Rink (657 Willard Street, Quincy). Ride Out (20 miles): We'll begin our journey by pedaling through the picturesque Blue Hills Reservation and the town of Milton before linking up with the Neponset River Bike Way in Mattapan. The scenic route continues through Dorchester, passing landmarks like Pope John Paul Park, UMASS Boston, and the JFK Library . Our ride then winds through South Boston, the Seaport, and the Financial District, culminating at Boston Common where we will meet with AMC supporters. The route map to Boston Common can be downloaded here. Return Trip (20 miles): The departure time from Boston Common back to Quincy will be coordinated with the AMC's anniversary activities taking place there. We will follow the same route back to the Blue Hills Reservation. The return route map can be downloaded here. Pace and Rider Expectations The ride will take place on a mix of paved roads and dedicated bike paths . Our pace will be comfortably maintained at 10-12 mph with an expected total elevation gain of 650-750 feet . Anticipated Duration: The entire round trip is expected to take 5-6 hours , starting promptly at 10:00 AM . City Riding: Please note that we will move at a considerably slower pace within Boston due to heavier traffic and urban congestion. Safety: Riders must be comfortable cycling with traffic as a significant portion of the route is on busy roads. Helmets are mandatory , and the use of blinking bike lights is strongly recommended for visibility. Get ready for an enjoyable and celebratory ride that highlights the best of Boston's urban landscape and the natural spaces supported by the AMC!
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