Casual to experienced bicyclists are invited to ride in the 18th Annual Fall Foliage Bike Tour on Sunday October 7th at Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville. The ride is a benefit for two non-profit organizations: McQuade Children's Services, caring for special needs children, and Orange Pathways, developing multi-recreational trails in Orange County.

The tour provides cyclists with a choice of a 50, 40, 25, 15 or 10-mile route through the beautiful Hudson River Valley.* The 50-mile ride climbs along the Hudson River to West Point and back, while the less strenuous tours go through picturesque byways at the foot of the Schunnemunk Mountain Range, passing by farmlands, estates, historic sites, the Orrs Mill Rail Trestle, and more. *a children's 10 mile "Tyke Trail" departs from the historic Chester Rail Road Station on Route 94 in Chester and is on a designated bike path.

Food stops are at key points along the routes, providing water, bagels and fresh fruits. Cyclists are advised to time their morning departure to arrive back at the Winery for a luncheon party (12 Noon-2pm) catered by Loughran's Restaurant.

Those registering can also choose to make a donation to the Bennett Bike Fund, a fund which enables McQuade to purchase bicycles for children whose families cannot afford them.

For more information or to receive a registration form, call McQuade at (845) 561-0436 ext 157, or email kkeating@mcquade.org

Sunday October 7, 2007
Brotherhood Winery - Washingtonville, NY
10*, 15, 25, 40 or 50-mile routes
(Benefits McQuade Children's Services & Orange Pathways)

Suggested start times for rides beginning at Brotherhood Winery:
9:00 am for 50-mile route
9:15 am for 40-mile route
10:00 am for 25-mile route
10:30 am for 15-mile route

* The 10-mile "Tyke Trail" departs from the historic Chester Rail Road Station on Route 94 in Chester and is on the Heritage Trail bike path (no cars).

Save money by Pre-Registering! (by Sept. 30) : $25 adults, $10 child under 12
Day of registration is $30 adults, $15 child.
On-site registration at Winery for 15-50 mile rides begins at 8 am
Tyke trail registration opens at Tyke Trail at 9am for your convenience.
All riders will receive a free T shirt, and are eligible for prizes.
Catered lunch by Loughran's Restaurant, live music with Evan Teatum

RIDE HELD RAIN OR SHINE
For registration form, call McQuade at (845) 561-0436 ext 157 or email request form to kkeating@mcquade.org