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This is an intermediate social overnight cycling event to Fairmont Hot Springs.  Each participant is welcome to bring a well maintained road bike, and/or a pedal assist E-bike, and be able to manage a minimum of 15 kmh.  RWGPS would be useful, but is not required for this no drop ride.  All cyclists agree to follow EBTC rules, traffic laws, safe cycling practices, and ride leader instructions.   There is NO van support.

Day 1:  Tues May 20 - Cycle from Cranbrook to Marysville along Northstar Rails to Trail route. A coffee in St Mary's, if wanted, then take a short walk to Mary's Falls.  OR, instead of coffee and walk to the falls, there is an extended cycling option to Kimberley available. Cycle back to Cranbrook using Northstar Rails to Trail. Approx. 44 km with 250 metres of elevation on multi-use paths with gentle slopes to/from Marysville or about 55 km with 440 m of elevation (it is primarily a gentle uphill all the way into Kimberley from Marysville) from Cranbrook to / from Kimberley 

Day 2:  Wed May 21 - Fairmont Hot Springs along Markin-MacPhail Westside Legacy Trail to Invermere and back.  Beverage and food break in Invermere.  Approx. 55 km with 640 metres in elevation on multi-use paths.

Day 3:  Thurs May 22 - Optional day.  You could choose to leave this day or you can do an alternate activity in the area e.g. Hiking (Wilmer Wetlands, Lower Bugaboo falls, Panorama Ski hill area, Kootenay National Park);  Kayaking in wetlands, Golfing, etc.  Finish your day at the local brewery - Arrowhead Brewing.Your choice!

This is a ride where all participants are responsible for organizing their own accommodations, food, and transportation.  Each day will be a "meet-up", arriving each day at the designated time and location.  If people are interested, we could arrange suppers where we make a reservation at local restaurants.

Ride Leaders:  Sonja and Freeman Taylor