Ride in the Heartland bike event



Henry House and Miss Emily's (both near the Middle School) still have rooms; and we've added Hat Creek (near Red Hill) to our list. See accomodations.

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY September ???, 2011 Bicycling Event RIDE IN THE HEARTLAND Will not be held in 2010 LOOK FOR US IN 2011! REGISTRATION and PHOTOS pages are updated

	Some challenges along with lovely scenery on the Century Metric Century Gentle terrain and a fun treasure hunt for novice riders 28-mile Railroad Route Friends and family can join you for the weekend fun Non-Cycling Events are part of the package!

CHARLOTTE COUNTY MAP	Charlotte Court House, Virginia CHARLOTTE COURT HOUSE IS ON VA RT 40, 10 MILES WEST OF WHERE RT 15 & RT 360 INTERSECT AT KEYSVILLE IN "SOUTHSIDE" VIRGINIA (See map at left and in detail on the "Maps and Weather" page) (Registration, Schedule, other information: select link at the top of this page)
COMMENTS from previous rides: “One of the best I have ridden in the past 20+ years.” “We had a TERRIFIC time!” “Perfect course.” “We felt extremely welcome to be there, and everything was top notch.” “Everyone was so friendly, hospitable, and helpful.”	SATURDAY SEPT 26, 2009 Patrick Henry Century (101 miles) Red Hill Metric Century (67 miles) NEW ROUTE Railroad Route (28 miles) - terrain is somewhat less "up and down" along the railroad; TREASURE HUNT clues for riders. Railroad Route "treasure hunt": riders will collect parts of their ride souvenir as they follow clues along their route. An extra "challenge" for extra fun. Century and Metric Century rides include Red Hill Shrine (Patrick Henry home) Century and Metric Century riders will also have souvenir pieces, at the Middle School, at the end of their ride SUNDAY, SEPT 27, 2009 Statesman Family Ride. Cub Creek Church area, Phenix, Hillcross Road. (29 miles--shorter if you wish.) Walking & Driving Tours, Red Hill and Staunton River Battlefield Park open to visitors MEALS.....SPECIAL REST STOPS...... TENT & CAMPER SPACE (also sheltered space if rainy).....SAG.....SHOWERS MARKED ROUTES on PAVED SURFACES Contact: ncarwile@hotmail.com .......................434-248-6407		COMMENTS from previous rides: "Lots of good rest stops.” “Scenic, good roads, low traffic.” “SAG support was great.” “The ride did a good job of show-casing the county and its people.” “Love the shirts.” “The ride was well organized, well staffed, and an excellent route to cycle.” “Beautiful scenery!” “Great! Beautiful! "Loved it!"
		This year our ride registration fee will help support The Museum of Charlotte County and Charlotte Adult Learning Center Race to the GED, basic literacy, English as Second Language, Computer literacy, math proficiency for adults