Cycle the Catskill Scenic Trail on Earth Day, April 22, 9:00 AM

Cycle the Catskill Scenic Trail on Earth Day, April 22, 9:00 AMTake a round trip ride, from Bloomville to Stamford (and back) along the former Ulster & Delaware Railroad corridor as it follows the West Branch of the Delaware River. This is a 25-mile ride along an unpaved surface and is rated Moderate – Difficult. Mountain bikes are strongly encouraged, although hybrid bicycles are also acceptable. Please, no road bikes. The ride begins in Bloomville at the Catskill Scenic Trail’s westernmost access point. Marked with a sign, the parking area is on south side of State Route 10 just north of the intersection with River Road. We will begin at 9:00 AM and break for lunch at Stamford.Event Duration:  25 miles, 3-4 HoursLevel of Difficulty:  Moderate-DifficultLeader(s): Peter ManningBring: Mountain bikes are strongly encouraged, although hybrid bicycles are also acceptable. Please, no road bikes. Please bring your own food and beverages.Registration required by 6 PM April 21st.  Register by contacting the leader. See below.Dogs allowed:  Only if they run fast or have their own bikes. (Just kidding - no pets please)Covid-19 Guidelines:  Please protect others and yourself by following CDC endorsed guidelines.Registration and Questions about this event can be directed to:  Peter Manning pqm7364@hotmail.com by 6:00 PM on April 21. Rain date is April 23, 9:00 AM.If you have to cancel please notify the hike leader.Driving Directions: The ride begins in Bloomville at the Catskill Scenic Trail’s westernmost access point. Marked with a sign, the parking area is on south side of State Route 10 just north of the intersection with River Road. The parking area is 8.1 miles north of Delhi and 12.3 miles south of Stamford.GPS Coordinates: -74.804 42.332