The troop completed ride 5 of 7 for the Cycling Merit Badge by riding 25 miles through the picturesque vineyards and oak forests of West County. In weather just touching the freezing point, the group started at the Scoutmasters house which conveniently sits on just about all of the West County cycling routes. The troop then pedaled north towards the Sonoma County Airport, up through Windsor, west to Eastside road and then down to Riverfront Park.
At Riverfront, a BBQ lunch was waiting for the boys!
After recharging their batteries over lunch, the crew took to the road again, and dodging traffic, traveled south back to the Scoutmasters house. With 25 miles in the books, the group collapsed into a heap!
Route
One more 25 mile ride and then the big 50 mile ride to go!
Participants: Brian, Danny, Owen, Payton, Bryce, Devon
Adult Leaders: Mr. Bell, Mr. Chidister, Mr. Polkinghorn
Lessons Learned: Don't do a ride on a wine weekend, or a plan to finish it before noon. Never try your new bike out first on a long ride!
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