BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//eXtrovert Software (www.extrosoft.com)//NONSGML Thyme //EN_US X-WR-CALNAME: METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:US/Eastern BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20001029T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;UNTIL=20061029T070000Z;BYDAY=-1SU;BYMONTH=10 TZNAME:US/Eastern Standard TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 END:STANDARD BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20071104T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=1SU;BYMONTH=11 TZNAME:US/Eastern Standard TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20000402T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;UNTIL=20060402T070000Z;BYDAY=1SU;BYMONTH=4 TZNAME:US/Eastern Daylight TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20070311T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=2SU;BYMONTH=3 TZNAME:US/Eastern Daylight TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE X-WR-CALNAME:NVPEvents X-WR-CALDESC:Nashoba Valley Pedalers Event Calendar X-WR-CALID:1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Atlantic/Cape_Verde BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETTO:-0100 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:US/Eastern BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:19711101T000000 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;INTERVAL=1;BYDAY=1SU;BYMONTH=11 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:19710301T000000 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;INTERVAL=1;BYDAY=2SU;BYMONTH=3 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:1 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20070401T160000Z SEQUENCE:59 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070303T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070303T110000 CATEGORIES:CONDITIONING RIDE,RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Saturday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2 -Gentle\nRide 2 = 50 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n------------------------ -\nDirections: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. A cton.\n\n UID:c4ca4238a0b923820dcc509a6f75849b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070210T201957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070302T191349Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:2 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20070325T160000Z SEQUENCE:18 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070311T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070311T110000 CATEGORIES:CONDITIONING RIDE,RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Sunday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nD irections: Peter Noyes School is immediately S of the intersection of \nRte . 27 and Concord Rd. in the center of Sudbury. UID:c81e728d9d4c2f636f067f89cc14862c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070210T202327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070302T192535Z ORGANIZER;CN="Vic Dietz":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com CONTACT;CN="Vic Dietz":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com LOCATION:Peter Noyes School X-WR-ADDR-ST:280 old sudbury road X-WR-ADDR-CI:sudbury\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:10 SEQUENCE:18 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070304T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070304T110000 CATEGORIES:CONDITIONING RIDE,RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Sunday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nD irections: Peter Noyes School is immediately S of the intersection of \nRte . 27 and Concord Rd. in the center of Sudbury. UID:c81e728d9d4c2f636f067f89cc14862c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org RECURRENCE-ID;TZID=US/Eastern:20070304T100000 DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070210T202327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070302T192335Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Peter Noyes School X-WR-ADDR-ST:280 old sudbury road X-WR-ADDR-CI:sudbury\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St Patricks day ride X-TH-EID:3 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070317T150000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070317T160000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Tom''s St. Patrick Day''s ride\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 20 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 30 Miles\; lev el = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nRSVP by March 15 for the post-ri de party. Donations of beverages\, chips\, dips\, snacks\, etc. most apprec iated. Where: 42 Lowell Drive\, Stow.\nWhen: Saturday\, March 17. 3 pm for the ride. Circa 4:30 pm and on for the fun.\nRides: One leaf  ~12 miles\, T errain 1\; two leaves ~20 miles\, Terrain 2\; three leaves ~30 miles\, Terr ain 3. Three leaves required to reach spiritual enlightenment!\nInclement w eather (snow\, rain\, below freezing etc.) cancels ride\, but not party. Ca ll if in doubt about having the &ldquo\;green&rdquo\; light.Directions:\nLo well Drive is part of the strangely named &ldquo\;Harvard Acres\,&rdquo\; w hich is off Harvard Road near Delaney Pond in Stow. Many of you have ridden by it numerous times.\nTraveling north on Harvard Rd. (part of NVP century route) from Rt. 117: Turn right on Kirkland\; right on Lowell. We&rsquo\;r e just up the hill on the left. The drive is flanked by rhododendrons. Park in the drive&mdash\;if there&rsquo\;s a space&mdash\;or anywhere on the st reet. UID:eccbc87e4b5ce2fe28308fd9f2a7baf3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070210T202512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070302T192126Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/pysol.png LOCATION:Tom Fagan's house X-WR-ADDR-ST:42 Lowell Drive X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory Ride X-TH-EID:7 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070429T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070429T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Haystack Observatory Ride\, 9:00 AM\, Concord Center\, 40/50 mi les UID:8f14e45fceea167a5a36dedd4bea2543@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070212T144402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070423T231404Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Long Way to Harvard Ride X-TH-EID:8 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070729T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070729T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Long Way to Harvard Ride\nRide 1 = 65 Miles\; level = 4-H illy\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nBot h routes go through Acton\, Littleton\, Ayer\, Groton\, and of course\, Har vard. The long ride also covers Dunstable\, Pepperell\, and Hollis NH. Both routes have an optional (hilly) 6 mile extension at the end. Lunch stop on the long route is in Hollis (store with sandwiches\, drinks\, etc.). No of ficial lunch stop on the short route\, but there are places to eat at the 2 4 mile point (passing through downtown Ayer). Both routes have one or more ~20 mile stretches without stores\, so plan accordingly. Terrain is rolling with a few larger hills\, including some roller-coaster hills in Groton\, a long gradual "flat" climb to Hollis\, and a couple of good hills in Harva rd. I measured 2400'' of vertical gain for the 65 mile ride\, which is not so hilly for a ride of this length. Steady rain cancels\, call leader by 9: 00 AM if weather looks questionable.\nDirections: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:c9f0f895fb98ab9159f51fd0297e236d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070212T144458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070615T012351Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:pre-banquet ride X-TH-EID:11 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070331T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070331T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Pre-Banquet\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------- -----------------\nIf the ground hog was right this year\, we should be abl e to enjoy a leisurely ride through Acton\, Littleton\, and Boxborough\, on a pleasant\, early spring afternoon before our annual banquet event.  The route will be mostly over quiet back roads.  Rain\, snow\, bad road conditi ons\, or extreme cold cancels.  Please contact the ride leader if uncertain about conditions. UID:6512bd43d9caa6e02c990b0a82652dca@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070215T145944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070302T192237Z ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net CONTACT;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/kcmdf.png LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nantucket Daffodill Ride X-TH-EID:12 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070428T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070428T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:I want to offer my Nantucket Daffodill ride on Sat.\nApril 28 a nd will send you the details later. It''s an\naway specialty ride so you s hould sign up someone for\na local ride that day too.\n\nJean O''Donnell  UID:req-1171291244-66@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070216T162140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070216T170331Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Longest Day X-TH-EID:17 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070619T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070619T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Longest Day\nRide 1 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nR ide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 29 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-- -----------------------\nThe 17 mile loop avoids the worst hills in Harvard but is far from flat. The longer routes hit more hills\, with the option o f West Bare Hill. This is not an easy ride\, but it is a fun one\, since th ere plenty of downhill runs to match the uphill stretches. The ride will le ave promptly at 6:00 so that we can make maximum use of the daylight. If yo u''re a slower rider on the longer routes\, you may end up finishing as it gets dark\, so be prepared.Directions: From Rte 2\, take the Taylor Street exit. Turn left at the end of the ramp\, then left onto Porter (first stree t\noff Taylor). Park in the side of the lot facing Porter Road. \n UID:req-1172975814-24@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070304T035903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070515T034021Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Consilium/Diamond building X-WR-ADDR-ST:59 Porter Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton MA 01460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy and something harder. X-TH-EID:21 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070403T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070403T201500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy and something harder.\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------ -------\nNice and Easy is Rich Salter''s shorter training ride.  The\nlonge r ride goes up Stow Road into Harvard and back\ndown\n UID:3c59dc048e8850243be8079a5c74d079@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070314T004516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070314T005148Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOT Reservoir Again! X-TH-EID:18 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070414T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070414T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: NOT Reservoir Again!\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 45 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\n-------------------------\nDescription: Ride the rolling hills of Ber lin\, Hudson\, Stow and Bolton. The long route provides an early-season cha llenge for those who have been building their mileage\, while the shorter r outes should be good welcome-backs if you''re justgetting back on the bike. Rain cancels.Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on R te 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:6f4922f45568161a8cdf4ad2299f6d23@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070312T002819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070313T175018Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/camera.png LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:-71.60773873329162\,42.39324310964996 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\,\,01503 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wachusett Reservoir Ride X-TH-EID:19 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=link/url:http://www.nvpbike.org/thyme/download_attachment.ph p?aid=1&f=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.routeslip.com%2Froutes%2F2292 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=link/url:http://www.nvpbike.org/thyme/download_attachment.ph p?aid=2&f=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.routeslip.com%2Froutes%2F2296 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070421T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070421T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wachusett Reservoir Ride\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 45 Miles\; level = 5- Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nDescription: All the loops go to sce nic Wachusett Reservoir. The 16 mile route simply returns\; the 26 circles it\; the 35 mile incorporates Wataquadock Rd.\; and the 45 mile ventures in to Harvard. Both long loops have good climbs\, and allspend some miles on n umbered routes. Rain cancels.Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I-49 5 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:1f0e3dad99908345f7439f8ffabdffc4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070312T003418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070312T003621Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:-71.60773873329162\,42.39324310964996 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\,01503 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Onwards & Upwards X-TH-EID:20 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070408T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070408T110000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Onwards & Upwards\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nR ide 2 = 43 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nTour the hil ls of Harvard & Berlin (and a few other towns as well). Hit some of our fav orites: Prospect Hill\, Oak Hill\, Vaughn Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Long Hill \, and finish up with Nagog Hill. The shorter route avoids Vaughn and the " headwall" of West Bare. Come see what your legs remember from 2006 and warm up for Howie''s soon to be offered Tuesday night Beast of a Ride. Rain or <40 degrees cancels. Call leader after 7:00am day of ride if weather is que stionable.\n\nLocation: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile N W\nof its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from\nthe stores.\n UID:98f13708210194c475687be6106a3b84@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070312T162446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070312T162745Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chamberlain Hill Ride X-TH-EID:22 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070410T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070410T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Chamberlain Hill Ride\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nRich S alter''s Chamberlain Hill Ride 17 miles and a\nflat option of the right tur n ride around Lake\nNabnessett which Jean will hand out.Directions to Rt. 2 25 in Westford\,\napproximately 2.5 miles west of Restaurant 99.  Rich\n UID:b6d767d2f8ed5d21a44b0e5886680cb9@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070314T005107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070314T005214Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie davidson":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie davidson":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LAB loops X-TH-EID:23 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070417T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070417T202000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: LAB loops\nRide 1 = 13 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n \nride in Littl eton\, Acton\, Stow constantly rolling loops through the above area similar to the LAB loops. \n\n\n UID:37693cfc748049e45d87b8c7d8b9aacd@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070314T010445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070314T010445Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Foster Street T-stop in Littleton X-WR-ADDR-ST:Grimes Ln & Foster St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, 01460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lost Lake Dirt Road Rides X-TH-EID:24 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070424T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070424T190000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Lost Lake Dirt Road Rides\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 3- Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nthis ride has a short section for di rt that can be ridden on a road bike with skiny tiers UID:1ff1de774005f8da13f42943881c655f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070314T010724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070419T135451Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sudbury to Great Brook Farm (Carlisle) Loop Ride X-TH-EID:26 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070422T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070422T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Sudbury to Great Brook Farm (Carlisle) Loop Ride\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n------ -------------------\nThis is a longer version of the NVP Sunday conditionin g ride\, extended northwards to include beautiful\nroads through Concord an d Carlisle. The halfway point is at Great Brook Farm (ice cream if you want !) and we pass\nWalden Pond on the way back to Sudbury. The route includes some rolling terrain but no major hills. A shorter loop\ncutting out Carlis le will be offered too.\nDirections: Peter Noyes School is immediately S of the intersection of Rte. 27 and Concord Rd. in the center of Sudbury.\nPar king lot is right behind the Sudbury Town Hall and the Grange. UID:4e732ced3463d06de0ca9a15b6153677@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070404T192619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070405T154113Z ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:vp@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:vp@nvpbike.org LOCATION:Peter Noyes School parking lot\, Sudbury X-WR-ADDR-ST:280 Old Sudbury Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:sudbury\,ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:27 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;COUNT=3 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070412T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070412T190000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nashua River Rail Trail\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Fl at\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nMeet at: Beginning of the Nashua River Rail Trail in Ayer parking lot.\n\nRain canc els. Email (or call) during the day for confirmation.\nDirections: Take Rte . 2 east or west to exit 38B\, then follow Route 111 north to Ayer Rotary. Go halfway around rotary to\nRte. 2A. On Rte. 2A turn right after Ayer Cent er\, take first right on Groton Street to trail parking lot on the right. A ddress is\n5 Groton Street\, Ayer\, MA.\n UID:02e74f10e0327ad868d138f2b4fdd6f0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070404T192954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070419T143240Z ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:activities@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:activities@nvpbike.org LOCATION:Nashua River Rail Trail - Ayer Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-ST:5 Groton Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:ayer\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashua River Rail Trail - All the way! X-TH-EID:28 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070425T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070425T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nashua River Rail Trail\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Fl at\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\n\nDirect ions: From the east\, take Rte 2A into Ayer center. Follow 2A-111 when they bear around to the right. Turn right\nonto Groton St just past the NAPA au to parts store\, then right again into the rail trail parking lot. UID:33e75ff09dd601bbe69f351039152189@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070404T193720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070405T154048Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Taylor and Betsy Taylor-Kennedy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon Taylor and Betsy Taylor-Kennedy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Nashua River Rail Trail - Ayer Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-ST:5 Groton street X-WR-ADDR-CI:ayer\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Fall Classic X-TH-EID:40 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:http://www.nvpbike.org/thyme/download_attach ment.php?aid=6&f=NVP+Century+Flyer+2007.pdf SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070908T070000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070908T070000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:The Nashoba Valley Pedalers Bicycle Club annually sponsors a fa ll century the first weekend after labor day.Ride scenic 25\, 50\, 75\, 100 \, or 125 mile routes! Refreshments are offered in Wayland\, Harvard\, and Dunstable with an additional water stop in Hollis. All rides start and fini sh at the Wayland Town Building\, Routes 126/27\, immediately south of Rout e 20\, Wayland MA.Other features include: * Sag/emergency support * Cued an d arrowed routes * Pre-ride mechanical support Volunteer opportunities: Eac h year\, the club relies on members to donate their time to help with the r oute arrowing and food station staffing. We need to mark out about 175 mile s for the 25\, 50\, 75\, and 100-mile routes\, and provide support during t he day at the Wayland\, Harvard\, and Dunstable support stations. This is a big effort\, but it really is fun as well. Staffing the tables is a great way to meet and interact with people from areas and clubs well outside the NVP "territory"\; marking the route gives you a particularly detailed view of your section of the route\, as well as giving expression to your inner g raffiti artist. To pre-registrater\, click on flyer below or click on the c entury section of this website. Century flyers are also in your monthly NVP newsletter.  Pregistration is $10 for NVP members\, $12 for nonmembers.  O n-site registration begins as 7:00am\, the day of the event.  Cost on ride day is $12 for NVP members\, $15 for nonmembers.  25 mile route only\, $8.\ nFor more information\, go to http://www.nvpbike.org/century UID:040000008200E00074C5B7101A82E00800000000C093E400797AC701000000000000000 01000000097E9D728D92FBD43B4844167370669B1 DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070413T141204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070702T030649Z ORGANIZER;CN="Century Coordinators":MAILTO:century@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="Century Coordinators":MAILTO:century@nvpbike.org URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.nvpbike.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:130 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070603T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070603T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Orientation Ride\nRide 1 = 13 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n- ------------------------\nOrientation rides provide an introduction to grou p riding for new members and non-members alike. A short\ntalk on bike prepa ration\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. Duri ng the ride\, the ride leader makes\nsure the group stays together.Directio ns: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:9b8619251a19057cff70779273e95aa6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070508T011825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T124612Z ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kennmart@net1plus.com CONTACT;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kennmart@net1plus.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cinco De Mayo ride X-TH-EID:84 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070505T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070505T170000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Cinco De Mayo ride\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\ nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\n-------------------------\nRide the rolling hills of Berlin\, Southboro \, Westborow and boylston.  New route that will be planned on the back road s south of route 62 in Berlin is an area that we do not ride much show we s hould have new roads to ride. After the ride we will meet up at the Horsesh oe Pub in Hudson to raise a glass or two of Mexican Beer to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo is a national holiday in Mexico\, It commemorates t he victory of Mexican forces led by General Ignacio Zaragoza over the Frenc h occupational forces in the Battle of Puebla. This in not Mexico''s Indepe ndence DayHorseshoe Pub : 29 South Street - Hudson\, MA (978) 568-1265 http ://www.horseshoepub.com/ Rain cancels. You do not need to ride for the Cele rbation.Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate UID:req-1176491568-87@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070413T192443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070425T144324Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin MA 01503 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mother's Day Ride X-TH-EID:85 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070513T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070513T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Mother''s day ride\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n -------------------------\n\nMeet at: South Acton MBTA Train Station\, Cent ral St.\, Acton MA\nLeader: Andy Bodge\, (978) 263-1440 or ahbodge26@comcas t.net\nDescription: A Mother&rsquo\;s Day challenge for legs and lungs\, th is ride loops through the contours of Stow\, Bolton\, and Harvard\, and inc ludes Golden Run\, Wataquadock Rd.\, and the infamous West Bare Hill headwa ll.  Some nice views from the higher bits.  Rain cancels.\nDirections: The train station is on Central St. near its intersection with Rte 27 in South Acton. UID:req-1176557792-18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070414T170053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070416T142544Z ORGANIZER;CN="RotoFlexible":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="RotoFlexible":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cut and Paste X-TH-EID:86 SEQUENCE:8 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070512T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070512T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Cut and Paste\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 43 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 55 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n- ------------------------\nMeet at: Longfellow Club\, Wayland Leader: Judy C lawson Description: These routes take pieces from various club and personal rides and stick them all together. The shortest\nroute loops through Wayla nd\, Sudbury\, and bits of Concord. The middle distance heads up into Carli sle and Acton with\nan optional stop at Great Brook Farm. The longest route adds a loop over Nixon/Parmenter and down into Framingham.\nRain cancels. Call Judy after 7 AM on the day of the ride if weather is questionable.\n\n Directions: The Longfellow Club is on the westbound (north) side of Rte 20 on the Wayland-Sudbury border\, about 1-1/2\nmiles W of its intersection wi th Rte 27. Westbound\, if you pass Papa Gino&rsquo\;s\, you&rsquo\;ve gone too far\; eastbound\, if you pass the\nSudbury dump\, you&rsquo\;ve gone to o far. UID:req-1176586502-23@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070414T213646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070417T174003Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Longfellow Club X-WR-ADDR-ST:524 Boston Post Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, MA 01778 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOT Reservoir Again! X-TH-EID:95 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070527T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070527T110000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: NOT Reservoir Again!\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\nRide 2 = 32 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 47 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\n-------------------------\nDescription: Ride the rolling hills of Ber lin\, Hudson\, Stow and Bolton. The long route provides an early-season cha llenge for those who have been building their mileage\, while the shorter r outes should be good welcome-backs if you''re just  getting back on the bik e. Rain cancels.Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lo t. UID:req-1176681933-67@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070416T010319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070508T004012Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory and Bedford to Billerica Narrow Gauge Trails X-TH-EID:110 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070516T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070516T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 8 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 14 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nEasy off-road ride\, hybrid or m ountain bikes preferred. Lights necessary.   UID:req-1176858778-41@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T011517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T025539Z ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kenmart@net1plus.com CONTACT;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kenmart@net1plus.com LOCATION:Keyes Rd parking lot in Concord Center. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thurs. Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:97 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070524T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070524T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nMeet at: Gates School\, A ctonLeader: Andy Bodge\, (978) 263-1440\, ahbodge26@comcast.netDescription: The classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:req-1176686729-12@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070416T012907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T135247Z ORGANIZER;CN="RotoFlexible":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="RotoFlexible":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thurs. Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:98 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070531T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070531T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n\nMeet at: Gates School\, ActonLeader: Andy Bodge\, (978) 263-1440\, activities@nvpbike.orgDescripti on: The classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Little ton consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or lon g\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hill s.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your spe ed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a mo re leisurely pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:req-1176686882-81@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070416T012916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070524T142508Z ORGANIZER;CN="RotoFlexible":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="RotoFlexible":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Far North / Deep South X-TH-EID:99 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070520T103000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070520T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 36 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 20 Miles\ ; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nBoth tours explore the "far north" of MA and the "deep south" of NH\, passing through Groton\, Dunstabl e\, Hollis\, Brookline\, and Pepperell.  Enjoy some of the area''s finest s cenery in springtime\, including the Nashua and Nissitissett Rivers\, and o pen vistas of the Wapack Ridge in the Monadnock region.  There''s and optio nal stop at Dr. Davis ice cream stand.  The 20 mile tour is terrain 2.5\, w ith one long\, but not-so-steep climb.  Rain cancels.  Please call the lead er''s cell phone at 978-423-0057 after 9:00AM if the weather is uncertain.  The Groton Dunstable Middle School complex is located on the right\, .85 m ile northwest of the intersection with route 40.\n UID:req-1176726172-18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070416T125616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T134911Z ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net CONTACT;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net LOCATION:Groton Middle School X-WR-ADDR-ST:344 Main street X-WR-ADDR-CI:groton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast JR X-TH-EID:100 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070501T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070501T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast JR\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n---------- ---------------\nShortest in my Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Ser ies is to climb hills\, pure and simple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn \, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs should fail... This versi on includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or l egs should fail..Rain cancels.Directions: The old train station is on Taylo r St. in Littleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 49 5 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Par k on Taylor Street. UID:req-1176781390-13@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070417T122447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070417T175837Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@nvpbike.org URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.routeslip.com/routes/4170 X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/exec.png LOCATION:Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, ma\, 01460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Beast X-TH-EID:101 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070522T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070522T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe orginal in my Be ast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and s imple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard ? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in cas e light or legs should fail.. I will also be offing the Beast JR for the ki ddy :-)Rain cancels.Directions: The old train station is on Taylor St. in L ittleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylo r Street. UID:req-1176781795-82@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070417T122456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070417T175849Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@nvpbike.org URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.routeslip.com/routes/1892 X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/exec.png LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA\, 01460 X-WR-PHONE:978-875-1244 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Memorial Day ride & Party X-TH-EID:102 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070528T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070528T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Memorial Day rides\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\ nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rollin g\nRide 4 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n"Memor ial Day Rides and Party" A variety of rides starting from \nWayland High Sc hool\, with a party afterwards at the \n leaders'' house.  28 May 2007 \n\n Start time: 10 am (35 and 50 mile rides)\; \n 11 AM for the 15 and 22 mile rides. \nMeet at: Wayland High School. \n\n\nWhat: We will host four rides - the long 35 or 50 mile rides wind through \nWayland and Weston and then d own through Dover and Sherborn\; \n the 15 and 22 mile rides stay in the Wa yland / Weston / Sudbury area. \n  After the rides\, we invite everyone ove r to our house for food and \n socializing\, swimming\, kayaking\, etc. \n\ nShorter rides: Level 2 terrain\; longer rides are Level 3. \n\nDirections: Wayland High School is on Rt 126\, 2 miles south of \nthe intersection of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Center. \n\nRain cancels. Helmets Required. \n\n UID:ec8956637a99787bd197eacd77acce5e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070417T150030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070425T010044Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wayland Southwest X-TH-EID:103 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070506T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070506T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wayland South\nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRid e 2 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n"Wayland Sou thwest." 30 or 50 mile rides through Framingham and Southborough \; \nlong er ride adds  a loop through Holliston\, Millis and Sherborn. \nA nice ride on quiet back roads\, through less frequented areas (for NVP). \n \nStart time: 10 am for both rides \nMeet at: Wayland High School \n \nWhat: 30 or 50 mile rides. Moderate hills\; Level 3 terrain. \n \nDirections: Wayland H igh School is on Rt 126\, 2 miles south of \nthe intersection of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Center. \n \nRain cancels. Helmets Required. \n \nLead er: Fred Pearson \n \n UID:6974ce5ac660610b44d9b9fed0ff9548@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070417T150243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070417T150243Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:freddykemp@sprynet.com CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:freddykemp@sprynet.com LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thurs. Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:119 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070510T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070510T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thurs. Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3- Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n The classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed a nd endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more l eisurely pace if you wish. Rain cancels. Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:07e1cd7dca89a1678042477183b7ac3f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T025149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T133301Z ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Richard Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy/ Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:105 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070508T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070508T202000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice ''n Easy/Nice ''n Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\ nMay 8    6:20PM \nMeet at: South Acton Train Station\n\nDescription: Nice and Easy is the 15-mile route from the Saturday Conditioning Rides. The\nlo nger ride goes up Sugar Hill up to Harvard and back down Stow Road\nLeader: Jean E. O''Donnell wienerin1900@yahoo.com 978.693.4113. \nDirections: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton UID:req-1176857799-96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T010359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T132801Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LAB Plus X-TH-EID:109 SEQUENCE:7 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070515T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070515T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: LAB Plus\nRide 1 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------- -----------------\nRide around Littleton Acton and Boxboro plus some extra surprises for around 18miles.  If it is a nice day the plus will be some Ha rvard Hills.START:  Taylor Street at the four corners of King/Taylor/Harvar d Rd/Sanderson  Taylor street exit off Rt 2 left toward Littleton or 2A tur n at the blinking King Street light (Clydes Car Wash) over the track\, quic k left and we are waiting for you.\n UID:req-1176858601-90@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T011131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T204521Z ORGANIZER;CN="poikonen":MAILTO:NVP@poikonen.NET CONTACT;CN="poikonen":MAILTO:NVP@poikonen.NET X-WR-ADDR-ST:1 king street X-WR-ADDR-CI:littleton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton, Stow and environs. X-TH-EID:111 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070523T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070523T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Stow and environs.\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2 -Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nM eander around towns near Stow.      UID:req-1176859011-75@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T011748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T135126Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rkester@wyeth.com CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rkester@wyeth.com LOCATION:Stow Shopping Plaza\, Route 117. X-WR-ADDR-ST:117 great road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thurs. Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:118 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070503T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070503T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thurs. Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 1- Flat\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nThe cl assic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton consis ts of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but th ey come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride a t your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and end urance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisure ly pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:5ef059938ba799aaa845e1c2e8a762bd@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T024853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T132516Z ORGANIZER;CN="Howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="Howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minuteman Rail Trail X-TH-EID:108 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070509T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070509T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nRide to Arlington Center\, opti on to continue to Cambridge & Somerville.Junction of Railroad Ave and Loomi s Street\, Bedford. Less than 1/2 mile from rtes 4 & 225 in Bedford Center.    UID:req-1176858581-8@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T010954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T133214Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Taylor and Betsy Taylor-Kennedy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon Taylor and Betsy Taylor-Kennedy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Bikeway source X-WR-ADDR-ST:111 South road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Right Hand Turn Ride X-TH-EID:112 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070530T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070530T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Right Hand Turn Ride\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\n-------------------------\nRide around Lake Nabnassett area in WestfordR obinson School\, Rte 225 Westford: about 2.5 miles to the northwest of junc tion with 110.\n  UID:req-1176859189-23@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T012346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T151534Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Inner Loop Applefest X-TH-EID:113 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070529T182500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070529T192500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Inner Loop Applefest\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nMay 2 9  6:25PMMeet at the Foster Street T-station parking lot. 23-mile T3 ride u p Oak Hill and Harvard Road into Harvard and then the easier part of East B are Road and then down Oak Hill.  16-mile T3 ride takes the more leisurely Poor Farm route to Underpin and then back to Littleton.  Both rides go over back roads and have great views.  The leader is leisurely. Jean O''Donnell wienerin1900@yahoo.com 978.692.4113.  UID:req-1176859214-37@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T012350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T140240Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:littleton MBTA station X-WR-ADDR-ST:1 grimes lane X-WR-ADDR-CI:littleton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:All down Hill in Groton X-TH-EID:114 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070613T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070613T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: All Down Hill in Groton\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2-Ge ntle\n-------------------------\nNashua River Rail Trail at the start and e nd\, with diversion to some of Groton&rsquo\;s scenic areas. Very gradual a nd hardly noticeable uphills\, 2 very pleasant downhills.Optional gathering at Nashoba Pizza after the ride.Directions: Rail Trail Parking Lot\, Ayer. Follow 2A/111 to right after Ayer center. Take Groton St\, just after NAPA auto parts.  UID:req-1176859553-99@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T013212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T191534Z ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net CONTACT;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net LOCATION:Nashua River Rail Trail - Ayer Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-ST:5 Groton Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:ayer\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Devens at dusk X-TH-EID:116 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070502T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070502T194000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Devens at dusk\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n--- ----------------------\nTour the district that was once an active military base and now has become a commercial and recreational center including high tech industry\, the prestigious Red Tail golf course\, and Mirror Lake.   There will be optional after-the-ride gathering at a local restaurant.  (We dnesday is the &ldquo\;all you can eat&rdquo\; fish fry at Tiny&rsquo\;s.)  For more information contact Brian Hardegen at 978-692-2854\;  brian@nvpbi ke.org UID:req-1176859826-15@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T013220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070419T135225Z ORGANIZER;CN="bhardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net CONTACT;CN="bhardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net LOCATION:Nashua River Rail Trail - Ayer Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-ST:5 Groton Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:ayer\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride/ Picnic/ Swim X-TH-EID:117 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070624T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070624T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Island Pond Rides\nRide 1 = 24 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n Ride 2 = 29 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 39 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\ n-------------------------\nDepart from Robinson School on Rt. 225 in Westf ord\, approximately 2.5 miles to the west of Restaurant 99 on Rt. 110. \nRi de: Island Pond Rides:Ride 1 = 24 Miles\; level = Terrain 2 rolling ride wi th Island Pond and Pond Street hills Ride 2 = 29 Miles\; level = Terrain 2 ditto Ride 3 = 39 Miles\; level = Terrain 2 ditto\, plus hill in Hollis\nBr ing lawn chairs\, swim suit and towels\, and food to share at potluck after ride at Forge Pond.  I will provide sandwich materials\, soda\, and fruit.   Bring other foods to share.  Call me to find out what you need to bring. Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. \n UID:req-1176860005-81@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T013500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T142353Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnel":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnel":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thurs. Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:120 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070517T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070517T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thurs. Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3- Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n The classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed a nd endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more l eisurely pace if you wish. Rain cancels. Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:da4fb5c6e93e74d3df8527599fa62642@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T025237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T133349Z ORGANIZER;CN="Howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="Howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Onwards & Upwards - TAKE 2 X-TH-EID:121 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070428T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070428T110000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 43 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 35 Miles\ ; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nToday''s official ride is Jea n''s famous and very nice route on Nantucket Daffodil Ride. If you can make the trip - it comes with strong recommendations. This ride is an option fo r those of us who have to stay a little closer to home. It also gives me a chance to offer this ride up again in hopefully (please\, please\, please) warmer weather. It is spring\, isn''t it???\nTour the hills of Harvard & Be rlin (and a few other towns as well). Hit some of our favorites: Prospect H ill\, Oak Hill\, Vaughn Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Long Hill\, and finish up w ith Nagog Hill. The shorter route avoids Vaughn and the "headwall" of West Bare. Come see what your legs remember from 2006 and warm up for Howie''s s oon to be offered Tuesday night Beast of a Ride. Rain or <40 degrees cancel s. Call leader after 7:00am day of ride if weather is questionable.\n\nLoca tion: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NW of its intersect ion with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores. UID:req-1176925161-62@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T194054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070418T193921Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outer 50 X-TH-EID:122 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070519T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070519T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\nRide 1 = 52 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\nRide 2 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThis is a rather hilly ride for this early in the season. Consider it an opportunity to slo w down and see the scenery. Description: Outer 50 is the outer and hillier half of a century route that was part of the Positive Spin for ALS in Wayla nd MA (hence the name outer 50). Starting in Berlin\, it goes counter clock wise around the Wachusett Reservoir via Sterling\, Princeton\, and Westmins ter. As there are only so many roads that are good for cycling &ndash\; par ts of the ride will be familiar if you have participated in Andy&rsquo\;s a nnual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlights include climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mile Hill Rd\, and the o ptional summit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards include a glorious descent on Rte 6 2 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the big climbs. Rain cancels. Call leader after 7 AM on the day of the ride if weat her is questionable.Howie is acting as backup ride leader. His contact info rmation: 978-875-1244 (cell) howie@nvpbike.org. Actually he''s the reason w hy we''re doing this silly ride so darned early this season.\n\nDirections: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southboun d off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:req-1176928385-84@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070418T203728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070515T152431Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="Judy":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin MA 01503 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Destination Sherborn X-TH-EID:126 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070526T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070526T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 50 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nStart &ndash\; Nobscot Sh opping Center\, Water St.\, Framingham (From Route 20\, take Edgell Road so uth to Water Street. Turn left and right into parking lot.) This ride passe s through passes through the towns of Framingham\, Wayland\, Wellesley\, So uth Natick\, Ashland and Southboro. The long ride adds a loop through Sherb orn. A nice mix of rural farm country and quiet residential streets with a few hills thrown in for good measure. Rain cancels. Leader: Vic Dietz\; Co- leader Blanche Dietz (508) 877-0035. UID:req-1177284921-53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070423T005807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070423T010248Z ORGANIZER;CN="bikervic":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com CONTACT;CN="bikervic":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com LOCATION:Nobscot Shopping Center X-WR-ADDR-ST:776 Water Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:framingham\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Doc Davis Ride. X-TH-EID:127 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070617T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070617T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Doc Davis Ride.\nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nR ide 2 = 45 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nBoth rides go North into Groton\; short ride cuts west to Pepperell and Doc Davis Ice Cream\, longer ride adds a loop up into Hollis NH.Both rides are mostly on quiet back roads\, enjoying nice open country.rain cancels\; helmets requi red.Directions: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NW of its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores.\n  UID:req-1177308158-51@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070423T130540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T142005Z ORGANIZER;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dinning Club: Horseshoe Pub X-TH-EID:129 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070518T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070518T210000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Come join the club at the Horseshoe Pub. The Horseshoe has the widestselection of beer on tap in the area. They have a wide selection of f oodthat goes well beyond the normal pub fare. RSVP to me at howie@nvpbike.o rg by the 15th so I can give them a head count UID:req-1177437082-7@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070424T175207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070424T181630Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:howie@nvpbike.org URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.horseshoepub.com/ LOCATION:Horseshoe Pub X-WR-ADDR-ST:29 South Street X-WR-ADDR-CI: Hudson\,ma\,01749 X-WR-PHONE:(978) 568-1265 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride of Silence X-TH-EID:132 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070516T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070516T195000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Ride of Silence\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRi de 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nMeet in Keye s Road Parking lot behind.  Ride starts at Monument with a few words first in memory of those bicyclists who have been killed while riding. There are two versions of the Terrain-2 "Avoid the Traffic Ride".  The 15-mile versio n goes up Monument Road\, up and around Stearns and Russell Street in Carli sle and up the easy way of Strawberry Hill.  The 11-mile version avoids the two Carlisle hills and cuts over to Pope Road and Strawberry hill sooner.  Leader:  Jean O''Donnell  Wienerin1900@yahoo.com evening phone is 978.692. 4113.  I probably will not have time to respond to email on the day of the ride.  UID:req-1178588987-0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070508T125430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070508T133211Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Rd parking lot in Concord Center. X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 keyes road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Colonial Ramble X-TH-EID:134 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070602T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070602T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Colonial Ramble\nRide 1 = 10 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRi de 2 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 33 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\ n-------------------------\nWe''ll be riding on the quiet back roads of Car lisle\, Westford\, Concord\, and Acton.  No need to race though this relaxi ng ride. You''ll enjoy three lovely hills\, each offering not-so-challengin g upgrades and exhilarating downgrades (okay one is Strawberry Hill\, but i t''s not that bad).  No Strawberry Hill on the 10 mile route (West St. to L owell back to West St.).  Rain cancels.Directions:  NARA Park is on Ledge R ock Rd. off Rte 27 about one mile N of its intersection with Rte 2A. Park i n lower lot near pond. \nLeaders: John and Karen Takacs    UID:req-1178914301-50@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070511T201929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T124529Z ORGANIZER;CN="John and Karen Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="John and Karen Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/misc.png LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma X-WR-PHONE:978-874-1383 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:135 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070626T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070626T182000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n---------------------- ---\n15-mile\, 19-mile\, 22-mile rides Nice and Easy\, Nice and Hard\, Nice Up Stow Road to Harvard.  Possibly the added option of going up Hill Road on Nice and Hard.   Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1179062414-68@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070517T014631Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory Ride X-TH-EID:136 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070623T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070623T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe wea ther wasn''t very nice when I ran this ride in April\, so I''m giving it an other try with an early start so people can have the afternoon for other th ings. Both routes of this ride go through Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, A yer\, Littleton\, and Acton. Note that the start location has been moved fr om Monument Green to the Keyes Road municipal parking lot. The 50-mile loop adds a side trip up to Harvard and back. Both routes offer an optional cli mb of about 2.5 miles round-trip to the MIT Haystack Observatory where ther e is an impressive collection of radio telescopes and some nice views. Terr ain is rolling with a couple of longer/steeper hills\, and there are a few stretches with some traffic. No official stops\, but we usually stop in Gro ton (where there is a store) for a snack. Rain cancels. UID:req-1179062601-70@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T142213Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Rd parking lot in Concord Center. X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:137 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070614T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070614T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton cons ists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and e ndurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisu rely pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. \n UID:req-1179060027-22@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070524T143210Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:June Board Meeting X-TH-EID:138 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070604T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070604T193000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 4\, 7:30 PM\, at Martha Kennedy''s home in Acton. Those who wish to address the Board must\ncontact the Clerk by Sunday\, Ju ne 3. A copy of minutes from the May board meeting may be requested from\nt he NVP Clerk. UID:req-1179062811-63@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070517T014254Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Bares and the Bs X-TH-EID:139 SEQUENCE:10 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070630T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070630T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Bares and the Bs\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly \nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nUPDATED 15-JUNE-07Here are the details: \n\nThe two routes start at the South Acto n Commuter Rail Station and wander through Harvard\, Bolton & Berlin with t he longer route heading off up Sawyer Hill to catch a few hills near Boylst on. They rejoin back in Berlin and take the indirect route back to Acton vi a Harvard. While the shorter route avoids the bigger climbs\, the longer ro ute gets to slow down to view the scenery on West Bare Hill and Old Littlet on. Either option provide an opportunity to do some climbing and then celeb rate those efforts with nice downhill runs on mostly quiet\, tree lined roa ds.\n\nPer usual\, rain cancels. Contact the ride leader after 7am on the d ay of the ride in case of questionable weather.Directions: The station is o n Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. \n UID:req-1179097830-5@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070619T153205Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scribner Road the Hard Way X-TH-EID:140 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070612T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070612T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Scribner Road the Hard Way\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\n If you have ridden the long Century routes\, you may recall the painful uph ill out of the Dunstable water stop\, and the thrilling downhill into Westf ord that follows.  The long ride this evening (an easy 4) goes up that thri lling downhill\, and explores other less-visited roads in the Westford-Duns table area.  The shorter loop avoids the steeper hills. Directions : Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its interse ction with Rte 110 in Westford. \n UID:req-1179105884-4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T141830Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:141 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070609T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070609T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 61 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 57 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 36 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\n-------------------------\nEat your heart out Hitchcock! No\, we don' 't make it to Mt. Rushmore\, but there is climbing and we do make it to New Hampshire (briefly). 58 miles with an optional extra hilly loop (4 miles) and a 36 miler.Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:req-1179122210-70@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T130816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T125432Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org LOCATION:Nashoba Valley Regional High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:12 green road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bolton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Warming up to Oak Hill X-TH-EID:142 SEQUENCE:17 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070605T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070605T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Warming up to Oak Hill\nRide 1 = 23 Miles\; level = 4-Hil ly\n-------------------------\nOak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare\, and some of your other favorite hills but with a warm up first. UID:req-1179154748-49@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T153739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T124717Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org LOCATION:Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, ma\, 01460 X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 (Tom's cell) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:143 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070621T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070621T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleto n consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\ , but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.   Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish. Rain cancels. UID:req-1179153811-16@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T153745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070524T144255Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tfagan@nasw.org LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:144 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070628T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070628T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton cons ists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and e ndurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisu rely pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. \n UID:req-1179152666-61@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070514T153751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070524T144725Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride to Plum Island X-TH-EID:149 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070603T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070603T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Ride to Plum Island\nRide 1 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle \nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 40 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\n-------------------------\nThree Terrain 2 rides.  One 18-mile ride that goes directly to the Parker River Refuge area and back.  One approximately 26-mile ride that goes to the Parker River Refuge area\, and back through Newbury and Rowley.  One 40-mile plus ride that tours Byfield\, Georgetown\ , the side roads up to West Newbury\, and then along the river from Haverhi ll to Newburyport\, and Plum Island and back.  I''ve ridden 32 of the 40-mi le plus ride and the terrain is easy with relatively few cars and some pret ty North Shore scenery. Bring money or food for lunch and $2 to enter the r efuge.Directions to ride start at Governor''s Academy at the intersection o f Middle Street and Rt. 1A in Byfield:Rt. 128 or Rt. 495 to Rt 95.  Exit 55 off Rt. 95.  Turn at end of exit ramp away from Byfield center onto Centra l Street\, turn left onto School Street\, turn left onto Elm Street\, turn left onto Middle Street\, turn left at fork\, turn into gymnasium parking l ot.  UID:req-1179195963-28@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070515T031707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070517T152753Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Govenor's Academy X-WR-ADDR-ST:1 Elm Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Byfield\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:150 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070607T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070607T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleton cons ists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills.  Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and e ndurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisu rely pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. \n UID:req-1179200704-46@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070515T115315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070524T142842Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Littleton circular X-TH-EID:151 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070606T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070606T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Littleton Circular\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling \n-------------------------\nLittleton CircularDirections: Nagog Park is of f of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NW of its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores. UID:req-1179221164-67@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070515T115323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T191654Z ORGANIZER;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ecrompton@msn.com CONTACT;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ecrompton@msn.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton, Stow and environs X-TH-EID:152 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070620T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070620T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Stow and environs\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2- Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nRi de starts at the Stow shopping Center.\nDirections: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersection with Rte 27 in Maynar d. UID:req-1179221498-25@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070515T115330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070516T142116Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rkester@wyeth.com CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rkester@wyeth.com LOCATION:Stow Shopping Plaza\, Route 117. X-WR-ADDR-ST:117 great road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minuteman Rail Trail: There and back X-TH-EID:153 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070627T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070627T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Minuteman Rail Trail: There and back\nRide 1 = 18 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 3 = 25 Miles\; le vel = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nRide to Arlington Center\, option to continue to Cambridge & Somerville. 18-25 miles\, Level 1. Lights recomm ended\nDirections: The head of the Rail Trail is at the junction of Railroa d Ave\, South Street and Loomis Street less than 1/2 mile from routes 4 and 225 in Bedford Center. Park behind Bikeway Source at the intersection. UID:req-1179221799-22@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070515T115339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070515T200237Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Bikeway source X-WR-ADDR-ST:111 South road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Strawberry Festival Ride X-TH-EID:156 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070616T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070616T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Strawberry Festival Ride\nRide 1 = 29 Miles\; level = 4-H illy\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nJoi n us for the annual NVP Strawberry Festival Ride in Westford and vicinity.  \nThe 29-mile route over moderately rolling terrain goes through Westford\ , Groton\, \nDunstable and Tyngsborough on mostly back roads.  Final climb is up to Westford \nCenter.  Shorter option available.  Afterwards\, stay f or the Arts and Crafts Festival \n(plus strawberry shortcake) on Westford C ommon.  Bring a bike lock and some money \nif you plan to stay for the Fest ival.\nDirections to Abbot Elementary School:\nFrom I-495\, take exit 32 (B oston Road\, Westford)\, go west on Boston Road (under 495) \nto Westford C enter.  Turn right on Lincoln Street along edge of common.  \nBear right to join Main Street (at fire station).  \nBear left on Depot Street at fork. \nAbbot School is on the right\, about 1/3 mile after fork.\n UID:req-1179233219-15@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070515T134821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070515T124659Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betsy Taylor-Kennedy and Gordon Taylor":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Betsy Taylor-Kennedy and Gordon Taylor":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Abbot Elementary School X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Depot Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA 01886 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outer 50, take 2 X-TH-EID:158 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070708T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070708T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\, take 2\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hil ly\nRide 2 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThis is the second offering of this ride in ''07. First was in May. Weather was qu estionable so I thought I''d give it another go. Description: Outer 50 is t he outer and hillier half of a century route that was part of the Positive Spin for ALS in Wayland MA (hence the name outer 50). Starting in Berlin\, it goes counter clockwise around the Wachusett Reservoir via Sterling\, Pri nceton\, and Westminster. As there are only so many roads that are good for cycling &ndash\; parts of the ride will be familiar if you have participat ed in Andy&rsquo\;s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds . Highlights include climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mil e Hill Rd\, and the optional summit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards include a glor ious descent on Rte 62 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the bigger climbs. Rain cancels. Call leader after 7 AM on the day of the ride if weather is questionable.\nDirections: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:req-1179409172-15@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070517T134514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070517T133932Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 62 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Beast & Beast Jr X-TH-EID:159 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070717T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070717T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Beast & Beast Jr\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly \nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe purpo se of Howie''s Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simple. Steep hill s. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard? This version in cludes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs s hould fail. The Beast JR will be available for the more sensible riders. Ra in cancels. Please call leader after 4pm in case of questionable weather.\n Directions: The Littleton Depot is on Taylor St. in Littleton MA. Taylor St reet is the first exit west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, turn l eft on Taylor drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park in the unpaved lot on the right side of Taylor Street just before the old train station. UID:req-1179410159-56@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070517T140023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070517T135559Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.routeslip.com/routes/1892 LOCATION:Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA 01460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Spring Banquet X-TH-EID:269 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080329T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080329T213000 CATEGORIES:NON-RIDE DESCRIPTION:The NVP Spring Banquet is at Scupperjack''s in Acton MA (Rt 2A\ , just east of the Littleton line) .  We have a one-price dinner menu\, wit h a selection\n from five chicken\, beef and fish options (no need to choos e ahead of time!).  Reservations REQUIRED by March 15.  Come join us for ou r annual\n return from hibernation \, with photos of the year gone by and r ecognition for the people whi helped it happen in 2007\, and looks ahead to 2008!   The $27 includes dinner and all taxes and gratuities (fancy word f or tips!)\; the lounge is available for beer\, wine and drinks (not include d!).\n \n  This is always a fun time\; we have been able to lower the price from last year\, but still have a nice space with great food to reconnect and catch \n up with the NVP community.  Newcomers welcome as well!!! Hope to see you there - this should be a great evening!\n UID:06138bc5af6023646ede0e1f7c1eac75@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080222T045135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080222T045135Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Scupperjack's X-WR-ADDR-ST:3 Nagog Park\, Rt 2A X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rini 's Country Ride X-TH-EID:162 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070610T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070610T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Rini''s Country Ride\nRide 1 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nFrom S tow Shopping Plaza the 50 ml ride goes through the towns of Stow\, Harvard\ , Littleton\, Ayers to Groton (lunch places) towards Dunstable\, and back t hrough Westford and the Lost Lakes region.The 25 mile ride turns around at the old Littleton train depot\, back through Boxboro to Stow and an optiona l lunch at the Stow Airport cafe. UID:req-1179678261-38@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070520T162644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070521T010802Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net LOCATION:Stow Shopping Plaza\, Route 117. X-WR-ADDR-ST:117 great road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow \, ma X-WR-PHONE:978-897-2269 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rini's Country Ride X-TH-EID:279 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080413T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080413T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Rini''s Country Ride\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\n-------------------------\nThe 25 mile ride goes from Stow shopping plaz a via Harvard to Littleton and returns to Stow through Boxborough.Direction s: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersec tion with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:d395771085aab05244a4fb8fd91bf4ee@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080313T120551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080316T135920Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net LOCATION:Stow Shopping Plaza\, Route 117. X-WR-ADDR-ST:117 great road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:290 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080408T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080408T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:f90f2aca5c640289d0a29417bcb63a37@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080316T202629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080316T202652Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wayland South X-TH-EID:280 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080419T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080419T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wayland South\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRid e 2 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n -------------------------\nRides through Weston\, Wellesley\, Needham\, Dov er and Sherborn\; longer ride adds an extra loop through Dover and Millis. A nice ride on quiet back roads\, through less frequented areas (for NVP). Start time: 10 am for all rides Directions: Wayland High School is on Rt 12 6\, 2 miles south of the intersection of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Cen ter. UID:92c8c96e4c37100777c7190b76d28233@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080313T120807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080318T010136Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride to Wayside Inn Grist Mill X-TH-EID:289 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080427T123000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080427T143000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\nMeet at the Keyes Road Parking Lot off Main Street behind Bank or America in Concord Center.  Ride on flat to rolling terrain out to the Way side Inn Grist Mill.  Ride Leader\nwill sweep\, but you may ride at your ow n pace with the cue sheet.  Bring snack for stop at the gristmill. \nRain\, snow cancels ride.  UID:839ab46820b524afda05122893c2fe8e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080315T041742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080318T011111Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Municipal parking lot\, Keyes Road\, Concord Center X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:(CANCELLED do to Rain) NOT Reservoir Again! (First non Conditioning ride of the year) X-TH-EID:283 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080405T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080405T100000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: NOT Reservoir Again!\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 45 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\n-------------------------\nRide the rolling hills of Berlin\, Hudson\ , Stow and Bolton. The long route provides an early-season challenge for th ose who have been building their mileage\, while the shorter routes should be good welcome-backs if you''re justgetting back on the bike. \nDirections : The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbou nd off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:0f49c89d1e7298bb9930789c8ed59d48@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080313T122249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080509T182329Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-howie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-howie@comcast.net LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:380 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cut and Paste X-TH-EID:284 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080406T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080406T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Cut and Paste\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 44 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 55 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n- ------------------------\nThese routes take pieces from various club and pe rsonal rides and stick them all together. The short route loops through Way land\, Sudbury\, and bits of Concord. The middle distance heads up into Car lisle and Acton withan optional stop at Great Brook Farm. The longest route has been changed and it no longer goes down into Framingham. It heads over into Lincoln & Weston to get the extra mileage. Quieter roads. More trees. Temperatures not predicted to go above 40\, rain\, or snow will cancel ride . Please contact ride leader after 7am day of ride if conditions are questi onable.Directions: The Longfellow Club is on the westbound (north) side of Rte 20 on the Wayland-Sudbury border\, about 1-1/2 miles W of its intersect ion with Rte 27. Westbound\, if you pass Papa Ginos\, you''ve gone too far. Eastbound\, if you pass the Sudbury dump\,you''ve gone UID:req-1205417554-84@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20080313T205919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080327T135454Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Longfellow Club X-WR-ADDR-ST:524 Boston Post Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast of Howie X-TH-EID:174 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070703T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070703T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nEven from afar Howie man ages to torture us. The purpose of his Beast Series is to climb hills\, pur e and simple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs should fail. Shorter route will also be available (i f I find the cue sheet). Directions: The old train station is on Taylor St. in Littleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylor Street.Steady rain cancels. If in doubt\, call. UID:req-1181789819-90@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070614T110911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T201109Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Avoid Commuter Traffic Ride X-TH-EID:169 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070711T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070711T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Avoid Commuter Traffic\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 2-Gen tle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nThe l onger ride loops through Concord\, Carlisle\, and Acton.Rolling terrain wit h two hills\, Monument St in Concord and the second half of Russell Street in Carlisle.The shorter ride cuts out the Russell street hill and is on Low ell Road longer. Leader is leisurely.Directions: The parking lot is accessi ble from Rte 62 or Keyes Rd. in Concord Center. UID:req-1181695730-78@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070613T010533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070618T212512Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Rd parking lot in Concord Center. X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jane Poole's Carlisle Wander X-TH-EID:170 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070725T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070725T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Jane Poole''s Carlisle Wander\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nVisit Westford\, Chelmsford and Acto n and remember one of the NVP''s most loved members.Directions: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NW of its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores. UID:req-1181695915-35@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070613T010546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T200440Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory Trail: Easy off road X-TH-EID:171 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070718T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070718T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Reformatory Trail: Easy off road\nRide 1 = 8 Miles\; leve l = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 14 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\n Reformatory and Bedford to Billerica Narrow Gauge Trails\; Easy off-road ri de\, hybrid or mountain bikes preferred. Lights necessaryDirections: The pa rking lot is accessible from Rte 62 or Keyes Rd. in Concord Center. UID:req-1181696216-23@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070613T010553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T200756Z ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kenmart@net1plus.com CONTACT;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kenmart@net1plus.com LOCATION:Keyes Rd parking lot in Concord Center. X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stacton I Scream X-TH-EID:172 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070801T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070801T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Stacton I Scream\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n- ------------------------\nStacton I scream\; A relaxed ride in Stow and Act on with Erikson''s Ice Cream for apres bike. UID:req-1181696495-34@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070613T010559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070613T010135Z ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kenmart@net1plus.com CONTACT;CN="Martha Kennedy":MAILTO:kenmart@net1plus.com LOCATION:Stow Shopping Plaza\, Route 117. X-WR-ADDR-ST:117 great road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashua River Rail Trail X-TH-EID:173 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070808T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070808T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nashua River Rail Trail\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Fl at\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nMeet at: Beginning of the Nashua River Rail Trail in Ayer parking lot. Directions: Take Rte. 2 east or west to exit 38B\, then follow Route 111 north to Ayer Rotary. Go halfway around rotary toRte. 2A. On Rte. 2A turn right after Aye r Center\, take first right on Groton Street to trail parking lot on the ri ght. Address is 5 Groton Street\, UID:req-1181696613-11@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070613T010604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070613T010333Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Nashua River Rail Trail - Ayer Parking l X-WR-ADDR-ST:5 Groton Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:ayer\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:175 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070719T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070719T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleto n consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\ , but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills. Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish. Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruc e St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton.Steady rain cancels.   If in doubt\, please call my cell.   UID:req-1181789180-70@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070614T110923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070618T162741Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Colonial Ramble X-TH-EID:176 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070714T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070714T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Colonial Ramble\nRide 1 = 10 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRi de 2 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 33 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\ n-------------------------\nWe''ll be riding on the quiet back roads of Car lisle\, Westford\, Concord\, and Acton. No need to race though this relaxin g ride. You''ll enjoy three lovely hills\, each offering not-so-challenging upgrades and exhilarating downgrades (okay one is Strawberry Hill\, but it ''s not that bad). No Strawberry Hill on the 10 mile route (West St. to Low ell back to West St.). Highlights:  33 and 21 mile routes will be arrowed ! !!Directions: NARA Park is on Ledge Rock Rd. off Rte 27 about one mile N of its intersection with Rte 2A. Park in lower lot near pond. UID:req-1181846615-37@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070614T184635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070614T184335Z ORGANIZER;CN="John and Karen Takacs":MAILTO:bikeinfo@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="John and Karen Takacs":MAILTO:bikeinfo@hpss.com X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/misc.png LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:40 Kilometers and 40 Miles X-TH-EID:177 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070715T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070715T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: 40 Kilometers and 40 Miles\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nT wo scenic routes through Acton Concord\, Lexington\, Bedford and \nCarlisle . We will regroup occasionally. Optional stop\nat Lexington Green for rider s on the longer route. Everybody \nshould plan on refreshments (ice cream?) at Great Brook Farm.\nDirections: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton abo ut 1 mile NW of its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores. UID:req-1181860570-17@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070615T012053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T200251Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Remember, remember the Fifth Of November; the gunpowder treason and plot X-TH-EID:178 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071104T123000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071104T123000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Remember\, remember the Fifth Of November\; the gunpowder treason and plot\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 20 Miles \; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 27 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 4 = 40 Mile s\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nJoin us in a ride to celebr ate the anniversary of the day that Guy Fawkes was caught red-handed in an attempt to blow up the British Parliament. You are invited to the Leaders'' house for tea and scones afterwards. \n\nDirections: UID:req-1181860849-48@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070615T012150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070614T224049Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Nashoba Valley Regional High School END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lost Lake Loop X-TH-EID:179 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070710T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070710T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Lost Lake Loop\nRide 1 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-- -----------------------\nCome ride the Lost Lake roller coaster! The ride s tarts in Littleton at the Foster St Commuter Rail Station. We''ll head up i nto Groton and return via Lost Lake Dr with twists & turns and ups & downs. A great way to end the day!\nDirections: I-495 to Rte 2W. Take first exist for Taylor Street. At the end of the ramp\, turn right on Taylor Street. T ake a left on Foster (~0.8 mi). Parking lot is on the right just under Rte 2 and over the tracks (~0.5 mi).   UID:req-1181907919-14@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070615T124754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070616T210858Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Foster Street T-stop in Littleton X-WR-ADDR-ST:Grimes Ln & Foster St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, 01460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Inner Loop of Apple Fest X-TH-EID:180 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070724T182500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070724T182500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------- ------------\nMeet at the Littleton Commuter Rail stop on Foster Street in Littleton. 23-mile T-3 ride Harvard loop from Apple Fest Ride with Oak Hill \, Harvard\, Rt. 111 hills.  18-mile loop which cuts out hard hills and rol ls up to center of Harvard and up Rt. 111.  16-mile short cut. Directions: The MBTA station is on Grimes Lane in Littleton. Take the first exit\, Tayl or Street\, west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Box borough. Grimes Lane is first left after crossing 495. UID:req-1181912431-31@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070615T131320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T202637Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:littleton MBTA station X-WR-ADDR-ST:1 grimes lane X-WR-ADDR-CI:littleton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:181 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20070726T233000Z EXDATE:20070719T183000Z SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070705T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070705T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleto n consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\ , but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills. Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish. Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruc e St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1181925161-21@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070615T163449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070618T162708Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Greystone / Stony Brook X-TH-EID:182 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070731T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070731T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Greystone / Stony Brook\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\nRide 2 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nBoth rides pass through interesting residential areas\, with a view of Nabnasset Lake on the 14 mile route\, and summit views in Westford and Tyngsboro on the 20 mile route.Directions: Robinson School on Rt. 225 in Westford\, appr oximately 2.5 miles to the west of Restaurant 99 on Rt. 110 UID:req-1181997344-18@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070616T183105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070724T005334Z ORGANIZER;CN="bhardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net CONTACT;CN="bhardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 X-WR-PHONE:cell\: 978-423-0057 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Westford and up north X-TH-EID:183 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070707T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070707T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Westford and up north\nRide 1 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\n-------------------------\nRobinson School on Rt. 225 in Westford.  23-mile\, approx. 30-mile\, and approx. 40-mile ride through Westford\, Du nstable\, Pepperell\, and Hollis. Rolling with some hills\, Island Pond\, D epot in Hollis\, Chestnut in Dunstable. easy T-3s.   Directions: Robinson S chool on Rt. 225 in Westford\, approximately 2.5 miles to the west of Resta urant 99 on Rt. 110 UID:req-1181999269-99@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070616T183114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T200122Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Century Training RIde X-TH-EID:184 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070819T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070819T150000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Century Training Ride\nRide 1 = 64 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\nRide 2 = 45 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 26 Miles\; level = 3- Rolling\n-------------------------\n Get ready for the NVP Century with a challenging 64-mile ride to Mt. Wachusett State Park and an optional climb of Mt. Wachusett.  Two additional routes will be offered: A 45-mile shorten ed version of the long ride\, and a pleasantly rolling 26-mile ride around Wachusett Reservoir.  The longer the route\, the better the views!  The two longer routes travel back roads that we rarely visit.  We are back at Berl in Orchards this year\, with an ice cream take-out window awaiting your ret urn.  Steady rain cancels\; call leader before 8:00 AM if in doubt. Direct ions: Berlin Orchards is on Rte 62 about one mile W of I495 (Exit 26) in Be rlin.  Park on Sawyer Hill Rd. beyond the buildings\, not in the parking lo t. UID:req-1182082052-34@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070617T125542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T120732Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Berlin Orchards X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 62 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin Massachusetts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:185 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070721T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070721T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 61 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 57 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 36 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\n-------------------------\nEat your heart out Hitchcock! No\, we don' 't make it to Mt. Rushmore\, but there is climbing and we do make it to New Hampshire (briefly). The ride is an interesting juxtaposition of (mostly) rural and town roads. 58+ miles (~3\,000 ft\, for those who like climbs) an d a shorter 36 miler. Duck for crop dusters! Directions: Nashoba Regional H igh School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:req-1182088222-69@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070617T135142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070617T201217Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Nashoba Valley Regional High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:12 green road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bolton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fitchburg Ride to the Races X-TH-EID:189 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070701T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070701T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride to the Races July 1\, 2006 NoonSouth Action T-Station Park ing Lot Nashoba Valley Pedalers invites competitive and recreational cyclis ts to enjoy the final stage of the 47th Annual Fitchburg Longsjo Classic by cycling to or in Fitchburg\, enjoying our hospitality and entertainment\, and using the MBTA commuter rail. Cycling Routes &ndash\; *26M South Acton Ride &ndash\; Nashoba Valley Pedalers will lead a roughly 30-mile ride to t he Welcome Center in downtown Fitchburg\, starting at Noon. Contact: John P oikonen\, John@Poikonen.Net\, (978) 501-4887. <> * 20M Fitchburg Local Tour &ndash\; an easy and flat out and back ride from Fitchburg to Townsend thr ough Willard Brook State Forest &hellip\;.. Start and end at the Welcome Ce nter. * 60+M The Art Longsjo Sampler Tour &ndash\; an aggressive and hilly ride touring some of Art Longsjo&rsquo\;s training routes and covering all four of the race courses: Fitchburg State College Circuit &ndash\; Rindge R d Time Trial &ndash\; Princeton Loop and Mount Wachusett Summit Climb - Dow ntown Criterium. Staged from Welcome Center\; posted on www.fitchburgcyclin g.com Train Service: MBTA commuter rail service is available to downtown Fi tchburg from: North Station &ndash\; Porter Square &ndash\; Belmont &ndash\ ; Waverly &ndash\; Waltham &ndash\; Brandeis &ndash\; Kendal Green &ndash\; Lincoln &ndash\; Concord &ndash\; West Concord &ndash\; South Acton &ndash \; Littleton &ndash\; Ayer. BIKES ARE WELCOME. Max fare $6 one way. What yo u get for the registration fee. Your Ride to the Races experience will incl ude &ndash\; * Entrance to the Welcome Tent (located on the race course)\; * secure bike parking &ndash\; take your bike in and out as much as you&rsq uo\;ld like\; * access to hot showers at the Fitchburg Fire Station on Nort h St\; * food coupon for Outback Steakhouse meal (at the Welcome Center)\; * official Longsjo t-shirt coupon\; * VIP pass\; * Name and point of origin announced on event loudspeakers\; * Discounted entry fee for the Community Heroes Race to benefit youth fitness (optional) * Return on MBTA Bike Trai n (last train leaving 7PM\, fares collected on train\, Max $6). About the F itchburg Longsjo Classic - Each year in late June\, competitive cyclists fr om all over the world come to Massachusetts to compete in this four day sta ge-race. The race began in 1960 as a memorial for Art Longsjo\, a native of Fitchburg and the first American to compete in the summer and winter Olymp ics in the same year. Art was a poor kid with the &ldquo\;Heart of a Lion&r dquo\; who became one of this nation&rsquo\;s most promising athletes befor e his tragic death at the age of 26. Since 1960\, all of the best US road c yclists\, including Lance Armstrong himself\, have competed at Fitchburg. I n recent years\, the event has continued to grow\, attracting nearly 1\,000 competitors and tens of thousands of spectators. The four days of racing i ncludes a Time Trial\, a Circuit Race\, a monstrous Road Race which finishe s at the top of Mount Wachusett\, and the final Criterium on July 1\, featu ring incredibly fast racing\, mass sprints and tight corners on a closed co urse in downtown Fitchburg (two blocks from the MBTA station). At the Crite rium\, category races and victory ceremonies continue all day long. The 25- mile Women&rsquo\;s Pro race starts at 3PM\, the 50-mile Men&rsquo\;s Pro r ace starts at 4:10PM\, ending around 6PM. More info can be found at http:// www.longsjo.com . Net proceeds from the Ride to the Races event will go tow ards youth cycling and fitness programs of the Longsjo Legacy of Champions Fund of the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts UID:req-1183253990-18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070701T113229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070701T120539Z ORGANIZER;CN="John Poikonen":MAILTO:John@Poikonen.Net, CONTACT;CN="John Poikonen":MAILTO:John@Poikonen.Net, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Beast & Beast Jr X-TH-EID:191 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070807T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070807T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe purpose of Howie''s Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simple. Steep hills. And what bet ter place to climb steep hills than Harvard? This version includes Oak Hill \, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs should fail. The Beast JR will be available for the more sensible riders. Rain cancels. Ple ase call leader after 4pm in case of questionable weather.\nDirections: The Littleton Depot is on Taylor St. in Littleton MA. Taylor Street is the fir st exit west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, turn left on Taylor d rive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park in the unpaved lot on the rig ht side of Taylor Street just before the old train station. UID:req-1184171884-0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070711T172041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070711T163804Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lost Lake Loop X-TH-EID:192 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070821T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070821T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Lost Lake Loop\nRide 1 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-- -----------------------\nCome ride the Lost Lake roller coaster! The ride s tarts in Littleton at the Foster St Commuter Rail Station. We''ll head up i nto Groton and return via Lost Lake Dr with twists & turns and ups & downs. A great way to end the day!\nDirections: I-495 to Rte 2W. Take first exist for Taylor Street. At the end of the ramp\, turn right on Taylor Street. T ake a left on Foster (~0.8 mi). Parking lot is on the right just under Rte 2 and over the tracks (~0.5 mi). \n UID:req-1184172033-2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070711T172131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070711T164033Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Foster Street T-stop in Littleton X-WR-ADDR-ST:Grimes Ln & Foster St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, 01460 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:05 retuO X-TH-EID:193 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070901T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070901T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: 05 retuO\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\nRide 2 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nOdd name. I know . It''s the Outer 50 in reverse.\nBoth routes start in Berlin and travel cl ockwise around the Wachusett Reservoir via West Boylston\, Princent\, Sterl ing\, and Lancaster. Roads will include those traveled on CRW''s Climb to t he Clouds and Andy''s annual Century Training Ride but going the other way. Highlights include climbing UP in to and out of Princeton and then (and he re''s the fun part) a real screamer going down Mile Hill Road (with caution please). Climbing to the summit of Mt Wachusett is optional. The shorter r oute avoids the bigger climbs. Rain cancels. Call leader after 7AM on the d ay of the ride if weather is questionable.\n UID:req-1184172776-80@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070711T172138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070711T165256Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 62 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:194 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070809T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070809T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleto n consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\ , but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills. Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish. Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruc e St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1184204264-79@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070712T014139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070712T013744Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Short and a bit longer ride to Carlisle X-TH-EID:195 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070822T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070822T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Short and a bit longer ride to Carlisle\nRide 1 = 14 Mile s\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 21 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n--------------- ----------\n UID:req-1184205486-71@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070712T020950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070712T015806Z ORGANIZER;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ecrompton@msn.com CONTACT;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ecrompton@msn.com LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory and Bedford to Billerica Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:196 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070829T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070829T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION: Easy off-road ride\, hybrid or mountain bikes preferred. Light s necessary. UID:req-1184205749-89@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070712T021005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070712T020229Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Keyes Rd parking lot in Concord Center. X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP TT ride X-TH-EID:197 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070812T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070812T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: NVP TT Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 33 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRi de 4 = 46 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 5 = 60 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly \n-------------------------\nDon''t get to ride NVP Tuesday or Thursday nig ht rides? Here''s your chance to see what you''ve been missing. This ride t akes in the usual Thursday night fitness ride route then progress on to som e of the challenging Tuesday night hills. The best of both worlds\, all for the same price! How can you go wrong? Options of 11 up to 56 miles. UID:req-1184266501-11@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070712T192255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070812T055519Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:198 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20070831T003000Z EXDATE:20070809T183000Z EXDATE:20070823T183000Z SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070802T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070802T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleto n consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\ , but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills. Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruc e St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1184290092-29@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070713T014013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070715T101905Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:199 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070811T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070811T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Orientation Ride\nRide 1 = 13 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n- ------------------------\nOrientation rides provide an introduction to grou p riding for new members and non-members alike. A short talk on bike prepar ation\, ride safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makes sure the group stays together.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:84d9ee44e457ddef7f2c4f25dc8fa865@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070714T021630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070714T021753Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tri Town Swamp Tour X-TH-EID:200 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070815T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070815T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: TriTown Swamp Tour\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\ n-------------------------\nEnjoy the sights\, scents and sounds of Great M eadows conservation land. UID:req-1184430092-73@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070714T173125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070714T162132Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge and Liz Field":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge and Liz Field":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Sanborn School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Old Marlboro Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA 01742 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:201 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070823T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070823T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe classic 11-mile Thursday route through Acton and a corner of Littleto n consists of a series of rolling hills\; none of them are too big or long\ , but they come one right after another. The longer route adds a few hills. Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish.Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruc e St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1184494980-86@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070715T113242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070715T102300Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:West Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory X-TH-EID:202 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070804T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070804T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nYes\, i t''s the same ride I ran in June\, but the 8:00 start received positive com ments from those who attended\, so I thought I''d try it again. Both routes of this ride go through Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, Ayer\, Littleton\, and Acton. The 50-mile loop adds a side trip up to Harvard and back. Both routes offer an optional climb of about 2.5 miles round-trip to the MIT Hay stack Observatory where there is an impressive collection of radio telescop es and some nice views. Terrain is rolling with a couple of longer/steeper hills\, and there are a few stretches with some traffic. No official stops\ , but we usually stop in Groton (where there is a store) for a snack. Direc tions: The parking lot is on Keyes Road\, accessible from Main Street (Rout e 62) or Lowell Rd. in Concord Center. UID:854d6fae5ee42911677c739ee1734486@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070716T002123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070716T003427Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Municipal parking lot in Concord Center (Keyes Road) X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Inner Loop Apple Fest Ride X-TH-EID:203 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070814T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070814T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet at Foster Street T-stop in Littleton. AppleFest Inner\nloo p rides. Co-leader Howard Davidson hiwindz@comcast.net will lead the 23-T3 longer ride at 6:15PM.  This ride climbs Oak Hill and then down Pinacle to go up Harvard\, part of West Bare\, and Slough.Jean O''Donnell will lead ei ther the 16 & 18-miler T3.  Both  gradually climb up Harvard Rd\,\nPoor Far m\, Mill Street\, Underpin\, and Rt. 111.Foster Street T-stop in Littleton is off Taylor Street\, which is one street to the west of Rt. 495 and Rt. 2 .I am a leisurely rider so come join me spin up the lesser hills in Harvard !\n UID:req-1184547666-19@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070716T010849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070716T010106Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy, Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:204 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070828T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070828T182000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet at the So. Acton RR Station\n15-mile T2\, the March Sat. C onditioning ride. On flat to\nrolling roads in Acton\, Stow\, and Boxboroug h with Old\nHarvard Rd hill \n19-mile T3\, up through Acton\, Stow\, and Bo xborough up\nStow Rd into Harvard and down Rt. 111\n22-mile T4\, up Sugar/ Brown Hill roads\, West Bare\,\nSlough\, and down Stow.\n\nDirections: The station is on Central St. near Main\nSt. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1184547847-36@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070716T011015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070716T010407Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wachusett Reservoir Ride X-TH-EID:205 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070825T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070825T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wachusett Reservoir Ride\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 45 Miles\; level = 5- Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nAll the loops go to scenic Wachusett Reservoir. The 16 mile route simply returns\; the 26 circles it\; the 35 m ile incorporates Wataquadock Rd.\; and the 45 mile ventures into Harvard. B oth long loops have good climbs\, and allspend some miles on numbered route s. Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I-495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. Fro m the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:req-1184708895-60@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070718T011757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070717T214815Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:380 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Connecticut River Ride X-TH-EID:206 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070930T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070930T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Connecticut River Ride\nRide 1 = 33 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\nRide 2 = 57 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nExp lore the Connecticut River Valley with option to visit historic Deerfield ( level 3: 2 miles) and/or climb Mount Sugarloaf (level 5: 4 miles\, but asto unding views). The longer ride makes use of the Norwottuck rail trail in S Hadley. The detours are available on both routes. Directions: The Northfiel d Mountain Visitor Center is about 3 miles north of route 2. Route 63 meets route 2 a few miles west of Erving. Allow at least 1 1/2 hours to drive fr om Acton.\nCall the leaders for carpool arrangements. UID:req-1185499851-23@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20080905T231809Z CREATED:20070727T013548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070727T013051Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Visitor Center\: Northfield Mtn Recreatio X-WR-ADDR-ST:Route 63 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Northfield MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest - Take 2 X-TH-EID:207 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070728T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070728T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 67 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 60 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 3-Rol