ROOT RIVER ROMP VI
"Root River Romp" will occur once again October 10-12, 2003!!
Returning for it's sixth year in a row, you should reserve your spot today!
Your TCBC leader this year will be: Jeanine Theroux
This 3-day weekend trip is geared to A/B riders, however, any self-sufficient rider is encouraged to come. If a C-speed rider wishes to attend I request that you carry a cell phone. Jeanine will carry a cell phone as backup support for al riders.
Space will be limited by the numer of rooms at Green Gables - approximately 24-30 riders. The final cost should range somewhere between $125-$150. The final cost will be confirmed as soon as final arrangements are made and will be published before final payment is due. Cost will be "Per Person" based on "Double Occupancy". All rooms will have two Queen-size beds.
A down payment of $50 (fully refundable is you cancel by September 21st) is recommended to hold your space. Full payment will be due to Jeanine by Monday Spetember 22nd. No refunds after September 22nd unless another rider confirms with a full payment for your spot.
The package includes:
- Friday Ride (if you choose to come early) will follow the Root River Trail. Turn around will be Petersen (28 miles), Rushford (37 miles) or 63 beautiful miles to and from Houston
- Friday and Saturday nights' lodging at the beautiful Green Gables Inn in Lanesboro. Rooms have already been reserved for TCBC at a group rate. PLEASE DO NOT RESERVE YOUR OWN ROOM WITH GREEN GABLES!
- Tentative: Friday bonfire with s'mores and song?
- Saturday morning muffin and coffee available for guests at Green Gables
- Saturday Ride to and from Harmony MN (approximately 55 miles)
- Saturday group dinner at the Branding Iron restaurant which includes a choice of five entrees plus extensive salad bar, soda or milk, and ice cream
- Sunday morning muffin and coffee available for guests at Green Gables
- Sunday Ride to and from either Fountain (23 miles) or Wykoff (approx 38 miles)
- Snack foods for the bike ride
Please be aware that the following costs will be on your own
- Driving to and from Lanesboro (2 1/2 hour drive each way - a list of other participants looking for carpoolers will be mailed to you if you desire - and everyone will receive a confirmation and itinerary)
- Friday dinner in Lanesboro
- Saturday breakfast in Lanesboro - cafe listing will be in packet
- Saturday lunch on the trail in Harmony
- Sunday breakfast in Lanesboro - cafe listing will be in packet
- Sunday brunch on the trail in Fountain or Wykoff
- Fabulous treats sold by the Amish folks along the way
Take a break from city biking and head south to Minnesota's Root River region for the sixth annual Root River Romp! We will ride the trails along the Root River, visit interesting communities, and hopefully see some leaf colors! Come join your TCBC cycling friends and make new friends as we watch the leaves change color, as we cycle past Amish horse and buggies, as we enjoy a big finale weekend bike tour in Minnesota before winter settles upon us!
Reserve your spot now (final payment must be sent and postmarked by Monday September 22nd to guarantee attendance) to:
- Jeanine Theroux
- 3419 Fordham Court NE
- St Anthony Village, MN 55421
Questions? E-mail Jeanine at jeanine.theroux@lmco.com
OCTOBER 2003
10 FRI ROOT RIVER ROMP VI. A/B 27-65 mi. All self-sufficient riders are welcome to participate. Departs at 12:00 noon from the Green Gables Motel in Lanesboro located at 303 Sheridan W. This ride is basically an "out" as far East as you want to go towards Houston on the Root River Trail, then return. Day Riders are always welcomed to join the weekend group. Map Clips will be available for $3 a piece at ride start. Leader is Jeanine Theroux, phone number at Green Gables during weekend is 800-818-4225. Questions? E-mail jeanine.theroux@lmco.com
11 SAT ROOT RIVER ROMP VI. A/B 55 mi. All self-sufficient riders are welcome to participate. Departs promptly at 10:00 AM from the Green Gables Motel in Lanesboro located at 303 Sheridan W. This ride will travel West on the Root River trail from Lanesboro to Preston, then South on to Harmony (which is fairly hilly) for lunch at the Harmony House (not included in the package price), and buy dessert pastries from the Amish there. Day Riders (also responsible for their own lunch expenses) are also welcome. Leader is Jeanine Theroux. Phone number at Green Gables during weekend is 800-818-4225. Questions? E-mail jeanine.theroux@lmco.com
12 SUN ROOT RIVER ROMP VI. A/B 28-40 mi. All self-sufficient riders are welcome to participate. Departs at 10:00 AM from the Green Gables Motel in Lanesboro located at 303 Sheridan W. This ride will travel West on the Root River trail from Lanesboro to Fountain, then on to Wykoff for those that want to go a little further and enjoy brunch at the Gateway Inn. Day Riders (also responsible for their own brunch expenses) are also welcome. Leader is Jeanine Theroux, phone number at Green Gables during weekend is 800-818-4225. Questions? E-mail jeanine.theroux@lmco.com