USING PAUL TAYLOR'S TEMPLATE that has been successful for years, here is his BIKE RIDE TO "OJAI DAY" ACTIVITIES event for 2025!

This event can be viewed, but RSVPs will be open on Sept 18th (or sooner) as we dial in the details. Once everything looks good, we'll open up the RSVPs sooner. :D

While Paul, our fearless leader is on the mend, we will continue to keep up with his yearly tradition of the "Ojai" bike ride and many other annual events that he has always hosted!

The city of Ojai celebrates Ojai Day the third Saturday of October each year. So, mark your calendar for this event because there's lots of entertainment, arts & crafts and food.

Lunch plans will be updated here (soon).

Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube and bike lock. Also, check your bike out at home to make sure it's in working order and tires inflated before you arrive at the meetup location.

MEETUP LOCATION: (<-Click) 8:45 am at Buenaventura state park in the parking lot that's nearest to the beach and the bike path. There are restrooms here. There is a parking fee, but you may find some free street parking.

MEETUP DATE AND TIME: Saturday, October 18th no later than 8:45 a.m.
We will plan on starting ride at 9:00am.

ROUTE

• MEETUP PARKING FEE: Free parking on the street
• DISTANCE: 35 miles round trip
• DURATION: 6+ hours
• ELEVATION GAIN: 1000 feet
• RESTROOMS: There is a restroom at our meetup location and at our destination in Ojai, but we may not have a restroom open at Foster Park this year.
• BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: A paved two-lane bike path on one of the best and most scenic bike paths in Southern California.
• THE PACE: 10 MPH on up
• LEVEL: Advanced Beginner on up

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DISCLAIMER & SAFETY NOTICE – Group Bike Ride
By participating in this ride—or any event I organize—YOU voluntarily assume all risks associated with outdoor activity, including but not limited to injury, illness, equipment failure, road hazards, weather and possible vehicle/bike -- bike/bike -- accidents.

You agree to release me, the organizer, from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising from participation. I am not a certified outdoor, fitness or biking guide, and you are solely responsible for your personal safety and preparedness.

Emergency Support
While I am not liable for your safety, I am committed to assisting in the event of an emergency. I carry a Garmin GPS and emergency communication device to contact rescue services if needed. However, access to help may be delayed due to terrain, signal limitations, or other factors beyond my control.

Participant Readiness
To reduce risk and promote a safe experience, all participants must arrive adequately prepared:

• 🚴‍♂️ A well-maintained bicycle suitable for the terrain
• 💧 Sufficient water and snacks
• 👕 Weather-appropriate clothing and layers
• 🧢 Helmet (required) and protective gear
• 📱 Charged phone or personal navigation device (recommended)

If (we) reasonably believe a participant is not properly equipped or physically prepared, (we) reserve the right to ask them not to join the ride. This is not personal—it's about safety. We will gladly follow up afterward to help you get ready for a future ride.