Bethpage Introductory Ride - MEETING LOCATION AND DATE CHANGE TO SATURDAY

HI ALL - NOTE SEPTEMBER RIDE HAS BEEN MOVED TO SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th. ALSO, the Bethpage parking area is closed so we will be meeting at the intersection of Sarah Drive and S. Park Drive. There is a trail entrance there. https://maps.app.goo.gl/zAabH3DSZbYnFCTW6 or see photos below

This will be a Bethpage Introductory ride; an opportunity to learn the maze of trail markings within the park.

Arrive by 8:45AM so we can brief and complete the waivers so we can and roll by 9:00am.

NOTE: If it's precipitating at 8:00am and beyond, the ride will be canceled.

Depending on group size and pace, ride can last about 2 hours but with a bailout opportunity back at the Parking Area halfway through. First half of ride will be Beginner - second half will introduce some Intermediate trail segments.

Meeting at the center island in the Bethpage State Park Staging Area / parking lot by the picnic areas, restrooms, ball fields and playground. Look for the Dark Grey Minivan with a CLIMB Ride Today sign on the windshield, to the Right of the Island.

Please print and fill out a ride waiver, available here

Be prepared to pay the $8 Vehicle Use fee, currently via parking lot pay station (April through November) unless you have the Empire Passport.

Helmet and eye protection are conditions of participation.

Bring water and a bike in good working order - we carry limited tools / parts.

Snacks will be provided post ride.

Hope to see ya there!