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Bike the Tenth with Congressman Schneider 2019

July 21, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join Congressman Schneider in a fun ride through parts of Illinois’s 10th Congressional District. This ride is open to bike riders from throughout the district who want to ride along. There are two stops along the route. The group will take two 20 minute breaks at these stops. This is an opportunity to talk directly with Congressman Schneider about issues of concern.

Still want to participate but not interested in riding? Join us at the two stops during the ride breaks for conversation.

Ride Route: Click here

Total Ride Length: 17.3 miles

Ride Schedule

8:30 AM – People gather and prepare to ride

8:45 AM – Ready to roll

START 9:00 AM – Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Ride NORTH 4.6 miles to first stop (30-40 min.)

9:40 AM – STOP 1 – Allison Woods Picnic Grove, 2856 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

10-15 minute stop – people can grab a drink or bite

10:00 AM – Ride 4.0 miles to second stop (25 min.)

10:30 AM – STOP 2 – TURN AROUND – Potawatomi Woods Picnic Grove, Wheeling, IL 60090

10:45 AM – Ride SOUTH 8.7 miles to end/start point (60 min.)

FINISH 11:45 AM – Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Notes to riders: Helmets are required. Sign-in waiver for insurance purposes.

Bring hydration (water bottles), sun block, hats, food and cash if you want to purchase something.

Details

Date:
July 21, 2019
Time:
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-the-tenth-with-congressman-schneider-2019-tickets-64394898876

Organizer

Congressman Brad Schneider
Phone
847-383-4870
Email
greg.claus@mail.house.gov
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Venue

Big Bend Lake Park
Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1
Des Plaines, 60016
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