Bike & A Little Hike - Discover Palm Aire & Surroundings (19 miles r/t)

This time we will combine a little hike (about 1 mile) with a bike ride (approximately 19 miles). Our ride will take us over paved roads and sidewalks where necessary. All type of bikes should be perfectly fine.

Let's meet before 07:00 AM at the parking lot of the Conservatory Park. You can park on the grass if the few paved spots are already taken.

We will start with our short 1 mile hike BEFORE we unload our bikes. The Conservatory Park is a spectacular 55 acre piece of nature that was acquired by Manatee County in 2004. It contains a paved trail through lush vegetation, a real eye candy. We will also stop at a short pier overlooking a lake teeming with fish and turtles. Group photo anyone?

After our hike we will unload our bikes and explore the different neighborhoods in the area. During our ride we will pass through picturesque communities such as Conservatory Estates, University Pines, Palm Aire, The Links, Fairway Lakes, Mote Ranch on the Braden River, Country Lakes, Pinehurst and Oak Run. Total distance will be approximately 19 miles at a casual pace of 10 - 12 mph.

Please bring along sufficient water for the hike and bike ride. Wear sunscreen and check your bikes before the event!

This will be a social event and no race. Please don't schedule anything right after the event as it might take longer than expected. We will also make several stops along the way which will add to time spent for the event.

If you have questions or need directions, you can always reach us at
(917) 774-0941