BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//eXtrovert Software (www.extrosoft.com)//Thyme//EN_US X-WR-CALNAME:NVPEvents X-WR-CALDESC:Nashoba Valley Pedalers Event Calendar 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 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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\, Terrain 1\; two leaves ~20 miles\, Terrain 2\; three leaves ~30 miles\, Ter rain 3. Three leaves required to reach spiritual enlightenment!\nInclement weather (snow\, rain\, below freezing etc.) cancels ride\, but not party. C all if in doubt about having the “green” light.Directions:\nLowell Driv e is part of the strangely named “Harvard Acres\,” which is off Harvard Road near Delaney Pond in Stow. Many of you have ridden by it numerous tim es.\nTraveling north on Harvard Rd. (part of NVP century route) from Rt. 11 7: Turn right on Kirkland\; right on Lowell. We’re just up the hill on th e left. The drive is flanked by rhododendrons. Park in the drive—if there ’s a space—or anywhere on the street. UID:eccbc87e4b5ce2fe28308fd9f2a7baf3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 condi tions\, or extreme cold cancels.  Please contact the ride leader if uncert ain about conditions. UID:6512bd43d9caa6e02c990b0a82652dca@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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\nlong er ride goes up Stow Road into Harvard and back\ndown\n UID:3c59dc048e8850243be8079a5c74d079@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 tu rn ride around Lake\nNabnessett which Jean will hand out.Directions to Rt. 225 in Westford\,\napproximately 2.5 miles west of Restaurant 99.  Rich\n UID:b6d767d2f8ed5d21a44b0e5886680cb9@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 Litt leton\, Acton\, Stow constantly rolling loops through the above area simila r to the LAB loops. \n\n\n UID:37693cfc748049e45d87b8c7d8b9aacd@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 century section of this website. Century flyers are also in your monthly NV P newsletter.  Pregistration is $10 for NVP members\, $12 for nonmembers. On-site registration begins as 7:00am\, the day of the event.  Cost on r ide 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 roa ds south of route 62 in Berlin is an area that we do not ride much show we should have new roads to ride. After the ride we will meet up at the Horses hoe Pub in Hudson to raise a glass or two of Mexican Beer to celebrate Cinc o de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo is a national holiday in Mexico\, It commemorates the victory of Mexican forces led by General Ignacio Zaragoza over the Fre nch occupational forces in the Battle of Puebla. This in not Mexico''s Inde pendence DayHorseshoe Pub : 29 South Street - Hudson\, MA (978) 568-1265 ht tp://www.horseshoepub.com/ Rain cancels. You do not need to ride for the Ce lerbation.Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 6 2. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate UID:req-1176491568-87@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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’s Day challenge for legs and lungs\, this ri de loops through the contours of Stow\, Bolton\, and Harvard\, and includes Golden Run\, Wataquadock Rd.\, and the infamous West Bare Hill headwall.  Some nice views from the higher bits.  Rain cancels.\nDirections: The tra in station is on Central St. near its intersection with Rte 27 in South Act on. UID:req-1176557792-18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 Clawson Description: These routes take pieces from various club and person al rides and stick them all together. The shortest\nroute loops through Way land\, Sudbury\, and bits of Concord. The middle distance heads up into Car lisle and Acton with\nan optional stop at Great Brook Farm. The longest rou te 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 \nDirections: The Longfellow Club is on the westbound (north) side of Rte 2 0 on the Wayland-Sudbury border\, about 1-1/2\nmiles W of its intersection with Rte 27. Westbound\, if you pass Papa Gino’s\, you’ve gone too far\ ; eastbound\, if you pass the\nSudbury dump\, you’ve gone too far. UID:req-1176586502-23@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 bi ke. Rain cancels.Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) o n Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the l ot. UID:req-1176681933-67@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 th e end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:req-1176686729-12@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 sp eed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a m ore 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:20120207T053802Z 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 scenery in springtime\, including the Nashua and Nissitissett Rivers\, and open vistas of the Wapack Ridge in the Monadnock region.  There''s and opt ional stop at Dr. Davis ice cream stand.  The 20 mile tour is terrain 2.5\ , with one long\, but not-so-steep climb.  Rain cancels.  Please call the leader''s cell phone at 978-423-0057 after 9:00AM if the weather is uncert ain.  The Groton Dunstable Middle School complex is located on the right\, .85 mile northwest of the intersection with route 40.\n UID:req-1176726172-18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 S eries is to climb hills\, pure and simple. Steep hills. And what better pl ace to climb steep hills than Harvard? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vau ghn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs should fail... This ve rsion includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light o r legs should fail..Rain cancels.Directions: The old train station is on Ta ylor 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. UID:req-1176781390-13@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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  Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure a nd simple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Har vard? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs should fail.. I will also be offing the Beast JR for th e kiddy :-)Rain cancels.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 T aylor Street. UID:req-1176781795-82@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 \nStart time: 10 am (35 and 50 mile rides)\; \n 11 AM for the 15 and 22 mi le rides. \nMeet at: Wayland High School. \n\n\nWhat: We will host four rid es - the long 35 or 50 mile rides wind through \nWayland and Weston and the n down through Dover and Sherborn\; \n the 15 and 22 mile rides stay in th e Wayland / Weston / Sudbury area. \n  After the rides\, we invite everyon e over to our house for food and \n socializing\, swimming\, kayaking\, et c. \n\nShorter rides: Level 2 terrain\; longer rides are Level 3. \n\nDirec tions: Wayland High School is on Rt 126\, 2 miles south of \nthe intersecti on of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Center. \n\nRain cancels. Helmets Requ ired. \n\n UID:ec8956637a99787bd197eacd77acce5e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 rid e 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 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 \nLea der: Fred Pearson \n \n UID:6974ce5ac660610b44d9b9fed0ff9548@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 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 th e end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:07e1cd7dca89a1678042477183b7ac3f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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: Ni ce and Easy is the 15-mile route from the Saturday Conditioning Rides. The\ nlonger ride goes up Sugar Hill up to Harvard and back down Stow Road\nLead er: Jean E. O''Donnell wienerin1900@yahoo.com 978.693.4113. \nDirections: T he station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton UID:req-1176857799-96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 H arvard Hills.START:  Taylor Street at the four corners of King/Taylor/Harv ard Rd/Sanderson  Taylor street exit off Rt 2 left toward Littleton or 2A turn at the blinking King Street light (Clydes Car Wash) over the track\, q uick left and we are waiting for you.\n UID:req-1176858601-90@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your speed and en durance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisur ely pace if you wish. Rain cancels.Directions: Gates School is at the end o f Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:5ef059938ba799aaa845e1c2e8a762bd@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 up Oak Hill and Harvard Road into Harvard and then the easier part of East Bare Road and then down Oak Hill.  16-mile T3 ride takes the more leisure ly 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''Do nnell wienerin1900@yahoo.com 978.692.4113.  UID:req-1176859214-37@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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’s scenic areas. Very gradual and ha rdly noticeable uphills\, 2 very pleasant downhills.Optional gathering at N ashoba Pizza after the ride.Directions: Rail Trail Parking Lot\, Ayer. Foll ow 2A/111 to right after Ayer center. Take Groton St\, just after NAPA auto parts.  UID:req-1176859553-99@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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.  (Wednesday is the “all you can eat” fish fry at Tiny’s.)  For more i nformation contact Brian Hardegen at 978-692-2854\;  brian@nvpbike.org UID:req-1176859826-15@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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. \nR ide: Island Pond Rides:Ride 1 = 24 Miles\; level = Terrain 2 rolling ride w ith 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\nB ring lawn chairs\, swim suit and towels\, and food to share at potluck afte r ride at Forge Pond.  I will provide sandwich materials\, soda\, and frui t.  Bring other foods to share.  Call me to find out what you need to bri ng. 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:20120207T053802Z 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 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 th e end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 & Arlington St.) in W. Acton UID:da4fb5c6e93e74d3df8527599fa62642@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 – parts of the ride will be familiar if you have participated in Andy’s annual Cent ury Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlights include climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mile Hill Rd\, and the optional su mmit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards include a glorious descent on Rte 62 out of P rinceton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the big climbs. Ra in cancels. Call leader after 7 AM on the day of the ride if weather is que stionable.Howie is acting as backup ride leader. His contact information: 9 78-875-1244 (cell) howie@nvpbike.org. Actually he''s the reason why we''re doing this silly ride so darned early this season.\n\nDirections: The car p ool 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-1176928385-84@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 – Nobscot Shoppin g Center\, Water St.\, Framingham (From Route 20\, take Edgell Road south t o Water Street. Turn left and right into parking lot.) This ride passes th rough passes through the towns of Framingham\, Wayland\, Wellesley\, South Natick\, Ashland and Southboro. The long ride adds a loop through Sherborn. 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-lead er Blanche Dietz (508) 877-0035. UID:req-1177284921-53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 ar e two versions of the Terrain-2 "Avoid the Traffic Ride".  The 15-mile ver sion goes up Monument Road\, up and around Stearns and Russell Street in Ca rlisle 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 soon er.  Leader:  Jean O''Donnell  Wienerin1900@yahoo.com evening phone is 9 78.692.4113.  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:20120207T053802Z 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 relax ing ride. You''ll enjoy three lovely hills\, each offering not-so-challengi ng 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 Lowell back to West St.).  Rain cancels.Directions:  NARA Park is on Le dge Rock Rd. off Rte 27 about one mile N of its intersection with Rte 2A. P ark in lower lot near pond. \nLeaders: John and Karen Takacs    UID:req-1178914301-50@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 Roa d 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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.  Rid e 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 leis urely 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 thr illing downhill\, and explores other less-visited roads in the Westford-Dun stable area.  The shorter loop avoids the steeper hills. Directio ns: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its inter section with Rte 110 in Westford. \n UID:req-1179105884-4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 Ne w 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 Bolto n at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:req-1179122210-70@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 spee d and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a mor e leisurely pace if you wish. Rain cancels. UID:req-1179153811-16@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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.  Rid e 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 leis urely 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:20120207T053802Z 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 tha t goes directly to the Parker River Refuge area and back.  One approximat ely 26-mile ride that goes to the Parker River Refuge area\, and back throu gh Newbury and Rowley.  One 40-mile plus ride that tours Byfield\, Georget own\, the side roads up to West Newbury\, and then along the river from Hav erhill to Newburyport\, and Plum Island and back.  I''ve ridden 32 of the 40-mile plus ride and the terrain is easy with relatively few cars and some pretty North Shore scenery. Bring money or food for lunch and $2 to enter the refuge.Directions to ride start at Governor''s Academy at the intersect ion of Middle Street and Rt. 1A in Byfield:Rt. 128 or Rt. 495 to Rt 95.  E xit 55 off Rt. 95.  Turn at end of exit ramp away from Byfield center onto Central Street\, turn left onto School Street\, turn left onto Elm Street\ , turn left onto Middle Street\, turn left at fork\, turn into gymnasium pa rking lot.  UID:req-1179195963-28@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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.  Rid e 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 leis urely 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 recom mended\nDirections: The head of the Rail Trail is at the junction of Railro ad Ave\, South Street and Loomis Street less than 1/2 mile from routes 4 an d 225 in Bedford Center. Park behind Bikeway Source at the intersection. UID:req-1179221799-22@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 clim b is up to Westford \nCenter.  Shorter option available.  Afterwards\, st ay for the Arts and Crafts Festival \n(plus strawberry shortcake) on Westfo rd Common.  Bring a bike lock and some money \nif you plan to stay for the Festival.\nDirections to Abbot Elementary School:\nFrom I-495\, take exi t 32 (Boston Road\, Westford)\, go west on Boston Road (under 495) \nto Wes tford Center.  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:20120207T053802Z 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 the 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\, Pr inceton\, and Westminster. As there are only so many roads that are good fo r cycling – parts of the ride will be familiar if you have participated i n Andy’s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlig hts include climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mile Hill Rd \, and the optional summit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards include a glorious desc ent on Rte 62 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avo ids the bigger climbs. Rain cancels. Call leader after 7 AM on the day of t he 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 im mediate L into the lot. UID:req-1179409172-15@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 purp ose of Howie''s Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simple. Steep hi lls. 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. The Beast JR will be available for the more sensible riders. Rain cancels. Please call leader after 4pm in case of questionable weather. \nDirections: The Littleton Depot is on Taylor St. in Littleton MA. Taylor Street is the first exit west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, turn left on Taylor drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park in the unpav ed lot on the right side of Taylor Street just before the old train station . UID:req-1179410159-56@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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\, wi th a selection\n from five chicken\, beef and fish options (no need to cho ose ahead of time!).  Reservations REQUIRED by March 15.  Come join us fo r our annual\n return from hibernation \, with photos of the year gone by and recognition for the people whi helped it happen in 2007\, and looks ahe ad to 2008!   The $27 includes dinner and all taxes and gratuities (fancy word for tips!)\; the lounge is available for beer\, wine and drinks (not included!).\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 r econnect and catch \n up with the NVP community.  Newcomers welcome as we ll!!! Hope to see you there - this should be a great evening!\n UID:06138bc5af6023646ede0e1f7c1eac75@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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\, Harvar d\, Littleton\, Ayers to Groton (lunch places) towards Dunstable\, and back through Westford and the Lost Lakes region.The 25 mile ride turns around a t the old Littleton train depot\, back through Boxboro to Stow and an optio nal lunch at the Stow Airport cafe. UID:req-1179678261-38@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 pla za via Harvard to Littleton and returns to Stow through Boxborough.Directi ons: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its inters ection with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:d395771085aab05244a4fb8fd91bf4ee@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 Wa yside Inn Grist Mill.  Ride Leader\nwill sweep\, but you may ride at your own pace with the cue sheet.  Bring snack for stop at the gristmill. \nRai n\, snow cancels ride.  UID:839ab46820b524afda05122893c2fe8e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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\, p ure and simple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills tha n Harvard? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailou ts in case light or legs should fail. Shorter route will also be available (if I find the cue sheet). Directions: The old train station is on Taylor S t. in Littleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 495 o ff Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park o n Taylor Street.Steady rain cancels. If in doubt\, call. UID:req-1181789819-90@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 o f its intersection with Rte 2A. Park in lower lot near pond. UID:req-1181846615-37@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 ro lls up to center of Harvard and up Rt. 111.  16-mile short cut. Direction s: The MBTA station is on Grimes Lane in Littleton. Take the first exit\, T aylor Street\, west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Boxborough. Grimes Lane is first left after crossing 495. UID:req-1181912431-31@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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\, D unstable\, Pepperell\, and Hollis. Rolling with some hills\, Island Pond\, Depot in Hollis\, Chestnut in Dunstable. easy T-3s.   Directions: Robinso n School on Rt. 225 in Westford\, approximately 2.5 miles to the west of Re staurant 99 on Rt. 110 UID:req-1181999269-99@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 shorte ned 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 Berlin Orchards this year\, with an ice cream take-out window awaiting your return.  Steady rain cancels\; call leader before 8:00 AM if in doubt. D irections: Berlin Orchards is on Rte 62 about one mile W of I495 (Exit 26) in Berlin.  Park on Sawyer Hill Rd. beyond the buildings\, not in the park ing lot. UID:req-1182082052-34@thyme-nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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 High 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:20120207T053802Z 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 cycli sts to enjoy the final stage of the 47th Annual Fitchburg Longsjo Classic b y cycling to or in Fitchburg\, enjoying our hospitality and entertainment\, and using the MBTA commuter rail. Cycling Routes – *26M South Acton Rid e – Nashoba Valley Pedalers will lead a roughly 30-mile ride to the Welco me Center in downtown Fitchburg\, starting at Noon. Contact: John Poikonen\ , John@Poikonen.Net\, (978) 501-4887. <> * 20M Fitchburg Local Tour – an easy and flat out and back ride from Fitchburg to Townsend through Willard Brook State Forest ….. Start and end at the Welcome Center. * 60+M The Ar t Longsjo Sampler Tour – an aggressive and hilly ride touring some of Art Longsjo’s training routes and covering all four of the race courses: Fit chburg State College Circuit – Rindge Rd Time Trial – Princeton Loop an d Mount Wachusett Summit Climb - Downtown Criterium. Staged from Welcome Ce nter\; posted on www.fitchburgcycling.com Train Service: MBTA commuter rail service is available to downtown Fitchburg from: North Station – Porter Square – Belmont – Waverly – Waltham – Brandeis – Kendal Green Lincoln – Concord – West Concord – South Acton – Littleton – Ay er. BIKES ARE WELCOME. Max fare $6 one way. What you get for the registrati on fee. Your Ride to the Races experience will include – * Entrance to th e Welcome Tent (located on the race course)\; * secure bike parking – tak e your bike in and out as much as you’ld like\; * access to hot showers a t the Fitchburg Fire Station on North St\; * food coupon for Outback Steakh ouse meal (at the Welcome Center)\; * official Longsjo t-shirt coupon\; * V IP pass\; * Name and point of origin announced on event loudspeakers\; * Di scounted entry fee for the Community Heroes Race to benefit youth fitness ( optional) * Return on MBTA Bike Train (last train leaving 7PM\, fares colle cted on train\, Max $6). About the Fitchburg Longsjo Classic - Each year in late June\, competitive cyclists from all over the world come to Massachus etts to compete in this four day stage-race. The race began in 1960 as a me morial for Art Longsjo\, a native of Fitchburg and the first American to co mpete in the summer and winter Olympics in the same year. Art was a poor ki d with the “Heart of a Lion” who became one of this nation’s most pro mising athletes before his tragic death at the age of 26. Since 1960\, all of the best US road cyclists\, including Lance Armstrong himself\, have com peted at Fitchburg. In recent years\, the event has continued to grow\, att racting nearly 1\,000 competitors and tens of thousands of spectators. The four days of racing includes a Time Trial\, a Circuit Race\, a monstrous Ro ad Race which finishes at the top of Mount Wachusett\, and the final Criter ium on July 1\, featuring incredibly fast racing\, mass sprints and tight c orners on a closed course in downtown Fitchburg (two blocks from the MBTA s tation). At the Criterium\, category races and victory ceremonies continue all day long. The 25-mile Women’s Pro race starts at 3PM\, the 50-mile Me n’s Pro race 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 towards 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:20120207T053802Z 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 b etter place to climb steep hills than Harvard? This version includes Oak Hi ll\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case light or legs should fail. T he Beast JR will be available for the more sensible riders. Rain cancels. P lease call leader after 4pm in case of questionable weather.\nDirections: T he Littleton Depot is on Taylor St. in Littleton MA. Taylor Street is the f irst exit west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, turn left on Taylor drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park in the unpaved lot on the r ight side of Taylor Street just before the old train station. UID:req-1184171884-0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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. Ligh ts necessary. UID:req-1184205749-89@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 e ither the 16 & 18-miler T3.  Both  gradually climb up Harvard Rd\,\nPoor Farm\, Mill Street\, Underpin\, and Rt. 111.Foster Street T-stop in Littlet on 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 Harv ard!\n UID:req-1184547666-19@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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:20120207T053802Z 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 ling\nRide 4 = 37 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nBik e\, cue sheet\, action! Even Cary Grant had multiple takes. By special req uest I''m re-running last week''s ride. This time\, I''ll try to follow my own cue sheet. The ride has been changed slightly to avoid Ayer center. Eat your heart out Hitchcock! No\, we don''t make it to Mt. Rushmore\, but the re is climbing and we do make it to New Hampshire (briefly). 67\, 60\, 52\, and 37 miles.Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495.Heavy rain c ancels. Call my cell if in doubt 781-640-3278 UID:req-1185510178-99@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070727T111720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070727T042258Z 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:Apple Crisp Ride X-TH-EID:208 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071028T103000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071028T143000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 28\, 2007 at 10:30AM at the Robinson School of f Rt. 225 in Westford\, MA.Two (L/M 3) 30 miles and 40 miles on rolling te rrain in Westford\, Acton\, and Littleton\, and some of the easier climbs i n Harvard up to Carlson''s Orchard.  Bring money if you plan to stop and b uy apple crisp.  The leader is leisurely but will wait for you if she happ ens to be faster.  You can ride at your own pace with the cuesheets.  Lea der:  Jean O''Donnell 978.692.4113 wienerin1900@yahoo.com ps Tjhere is al so a shortcut starting at Shaws in Groton off Rt. 119 but you need to sign in at Robinson School\; the short cut ride is 22 miles in Harvard. UID:req-1186177565-76@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070803T231851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070912T001834Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Bares and the Bs X-TH-EID:209 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070929T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070929T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Bares and the Bs\nRide 1 = 60 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly \nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe two routes start at the South Acton Commuter Rail Station and wander through H arvard\, Bolton & Berlin with the longer route heading off up Sawyer Hill t o catch a few hills near Boylston. They rejoin back in Berlin and take the indirect route back to Acton via Harvard. While the shorter route avoids th e bigger climbs\, the longer route gets to slow down to view the scenery on West Bare Hill and Old Littleton. Either option provide an opportunity to do some climbing and then celebrate those efforts with nice downhill runs o n mostly quiet\, tree lined roads.Mostly quiet\, tree lined roads = very fe w options for food & water. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St.(Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1186578479-81@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070808T134251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070808T130759Z 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:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:210 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070811T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070811T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 67 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n Ride 2 = 60 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\ nRide 4 = 37 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\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 third attempt for some of us to successfully complete this ride. 9 am sharp departure fro m NVRHS lot on 117. Options of 37 to 67 miles. The route has been tweaked t o avoid Ayer center. Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:req-1186756752-10@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070810T145741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T202827Z 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 X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 (Tom's Cell) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fruitlands Loops / Day After X-TH-EID:213 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070909T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070909T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Fruitlands Loops / Day After\nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 45 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\ nThis ride starts at the Shops at Nagog off Rt 2A on the Acton Littleton li ne\, and wanders out through Littleton\, Harvard and Bolton and then up to the Fruitlands overlook\, going past the Shaker burial area before return ing to Nagog.  The longer option adds a loop down through Berlin.  Quiet back roads\, and an opportunity to work out the lactic acid after the 2007 Century!  UID:req-1187281265-94@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070816T180905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070816T162105Z 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 X-WR-PHONE:5086555193 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:South by Southwest X-TH-EID:212 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070916T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070916T143000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: South by Southwest\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling \nRide 2 = 38 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 4 = 55 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 5 = 65 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\n-------------------------\n   Various rides starting with the Way land South long or short routes of 25\, 38 or 50 miles.  From the 38 or 5 0\, connections to the Wayland Southwest ride (long or short versions) fill in the 55\, 60 and 65 mileoptions.  The rides all stay on quiet back road s\, with the short 25 mile option staying in the Wayland - Weston -  Welle sley area and the longer rides adding stretches through Needhma\, Dover\, S herborn\, Millis\, Holliston\, Ashland and  Southborough.  UID:req-1187236296-98@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070816T105641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070816T142855Z ORGANIZER;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma X-WR-PHONE:5086555193 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ASS Ride (Acton, Sudbury, Stow) X-TH-EID:214 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070922T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070922T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: ASS Ride (Acton\, Sudbury\, Stow)\nRide 1 = 17 Miles\; le vel = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 29 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nRide on some of the better pav ed and picturesque roads of Acton\, Sudbury\, and Stow. The Small (17 miles ) and Medium ASS rides (29 miles) have one decent hill to contend with. T he Big ASS ride (52 miles) takes in some of our favorite hills in Harvard\ , however\, you get some revenge: This time we''ll be going down Vaughn Hil l.Heavy rain cancels. Call my cell (781-640-3278) if in doubt. UID:req-1187315237-26@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070817T140432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070817T014717Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@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:Beast X-TH-EID:215 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070918T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070918T190000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 20 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------- -----------\nHowie''s Beast\, Beast Jr. and a shorter (Beast infant?) rid e on offer starting at 6pm\, so we don''t get the frights in the night. Li ghts are strongly encouraged. Twilight is at 7:20 pm.The purpose of the Bea st Series 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.. Direc tions: The old train station is on Taylor St. in Littleton. Taylor Street i s 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. UID:req-1187316373-1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070817T140443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070918T182033Z 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 X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:216 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070913T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070913T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \nThe nights are getting longer\, but I''d like to try the fitness ride sta rting at 6pm. Lights are definitely a good idea. The classic 11-mile Thursd ay route through Acton and a corner of Littleton consists of a series of ro lling hills\; none of them are too big or long\, but they come one right af ter 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 ter rain. Of course you are free to ride at a more leisurely pace if you wish. Directions: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Ar lington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1187315959-37@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070817T140451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070817T015919Z 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 Action\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Avoid the Traffi Ride X-TH-EID:217 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070904T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070904T194000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet at: Crosby’s T-station parking lot – Sudbury Road in C oncord \n \n12 or 16 miles\nTerrain 2\nDescription: The longer ride loops through Concord\, Carlisle\, and Acton. Rolling terrain with two hills\, Mo nument St in Concord and the second half of Russell Street in Carlisle. The shorter ride cuts out the Russell street hill and is on Lowell\nRoad longe r. Leader is leisurely.  Bring blinkie and headlight.\nDirections: The Cro sby’s parking lot is off Sudbury Road near the train stop in Concord.\n UID:req-1187572689-1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070820T012158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070820T011809Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Strawwberry-Hill-Cross-Bingham X-TH-EID:218 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070911T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070911T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:6:15PM Strawbery Hill – Cross Street RideMeet at: Crosby’s T-station parking lot – Sudbury Road in Concord \n \n11 or 14 miles\nTer rain 2\nDescription: Both rides loop up Strawberry Hill Road. You can cut t he ride short at Spencer Brook Road or take South Street directly to Lowell Road.  Leader is leisurely.\nDirections: The Crosby’s parking lot is of f Sudbury Road near the train stop in Concord.  Bring blinkie and headligh t.\n UID:req-1187572926-89@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070820T012336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070820T012206Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Best of the Reformatory & Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:219 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070925T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070925T201500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:6:15PM Minuteman Parking lot behind Bikeway Source.\nTerrain 1 mountain bike ride\nDeacription:  Ride from Bikeway Source and onto the Reformatory up to Great meadows and back and then do the Narrow Gauge.  Yo u need a hybrid with nubby tires or a mountain bike.  Please bring your bl inkie and headlights.   UID:req-1187573187-80@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070820T012914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070820T012627Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Avoid the Traffic-2 X-TH-EID:220 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20070905T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20070905T194000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet at: Crosby’s T-station parking lot – Sudbury Road in C oncord \n \n12 or 16 miles\nTerrain 2\nDescription: The longer ride loops through Concord\, Carlisle\, and Acton. Rolling terrain with two hills\, Mo nument St in Concord and the second half of Russell Street in Carlisle. The shorter ride cuts out the Russell street hill and is on Lowell\nRoad longe r. Leader is leisurely.  Bring blinkie and headlight.\nDirections: The Cro sby’s parking lot is off Sudbury Road near the train stop in Concord.\n   \n UID:req-1187573504-5@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070820T013218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070820T171014Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Far North Deep South X-TH-EID:229 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071020T103000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071020T133000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Far North Deep South\nRide 1 = 36 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly \nRide 2 = 20 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nBoth tou rs explore the "far north" of MA and the "deep south" of NH\, passing throu gh Groton\, Dunstable\, Hollis\, Brookline\, and Pepperell.  Enjoy some of the area''s finest scenery in the fall season\, including the Nashua and N issitissett Rivers\, and open vistas of the Wapack Ridge in the Monadnock r egion.  The 20 mile tour is terrain 2.5\, with one long\, but not-so-steep climb.  Rain cancels.  Please call the leader''s cell phone at 978-423-0 057 after 9:00AM if the weather is uncertain.  The Groton Dunstable Middle School complex is located on the right\, .85 mile northwest of the interse ction with route 40. UID:req-1189864428-30@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070915T171422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070916T130016Z ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net CONTACT;CN="Brian Hardegen":MAILTO:imagen@gis.net LOCATION:Groton Dunstable Middle School X-WR-ADDR-ST:344 Main Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Groton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Halloween Ride X-TH-EID:231 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071027T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071027T160000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet in Kayes Road Parking lot off Main Street in Concord.  Mi leage starts at Monument.  16 and 33 mile (Terrain 2) ride with shortcut o n 33. 33 mile ride covers mostly back roads in Concord\, Carlisle\, and Be dford area.  No significant hilles. UID:req-1189942406-18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070916T132538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070916T113326Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hollis Criss-Cross X-TH-EID:221 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071014T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071014T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 28 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 48 Mile s\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nRevisit the NVP Century and enjoy the fall as you tour Nashua\, Hollis\, Brookline (NH) and Dunstable (MA). The 28-mile ride is on quiet\, rolling back roads with a couple of sh ort hills. The long route loops through Brookline and includes some longer hills.  There is a lot of overlap with the Century route (frequently in th e opposite direction) and the long route covers most of the extra mileage u sed in the double metric.  Rain cancels - please call leader before 9:00 A M if in doubt.Directions: Take Rte 3 to Exit 1 in Nashua.  At the bottom o f the ramp\, turn L onto Spit Brook Rd. and go through two stoplights and t wo flashing lights.  Roby Park is on the left just past the fire station. \n UID:req-1188867341-54@thyme-74.220.207.70 DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070904T005736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070915T225557Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Roby Park\, Nashua NH X-WR-ADDR-ST:Spit Brook Rd. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Nashua NH 03060 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Who wants to cook? DINING CLUB! X-TH-EID:244 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071116T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071116T203000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:The November Dining Club is at the Lotus Blossom restaurant in Sudbury. This is a nice chance to catch up with everyone before\n the Thank sgiving holiday\,  without having to cook!  The dining room is very nicel y decorated\, and there is an extensive variety\nof options on the menu\; a little less adventurous than some of the downtown Chinese restaurants\, bu t very good.  We have had\nDining Club here every couple of years\, and it has always been a lot of fun.\n UID:9188905e74c28e489b44e954ec0b9bca@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071018T031333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071018T031333Z ORGANIZER;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Lotus Blossom X-WR-ADDR-ST:394 Boston Post Rd (Rt 20) X-WR-ADDR-CI:Sudbury\, MA 01776-3009 X-WR-PHONE:(978) 443-0200 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rini's Soup Ride X-TH-EID:223 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071021T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071021T150000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: 30 miles - 15 mile option.Starting at the Leader''s house on 60 Peabody Drive in Stow\, we ride through Hudson\, Bolton\, Harvard an d Boxboro\, hopefully enjoying the late foilage of the area. After the ride Soups and Breads will be served. Seasonal deserts are a welcome addition i f you care to add to the meal. Soup Party will start at 3:00pm\, if the bik e ride needs to be cancelled due to rain.  UID:req-1189389067-96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070910T045554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070910T015107Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cut and Paste - UPDATED! X-TH-EID:224 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071013T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071013T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Cut and Paste - UPDATED!\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-G entle\nRide 2 = 44 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 55 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\n-------------------------\nThese routes take pieces from various club and personal rides and stick them all together. The short route loops through Wayland\, Sudbury\, and bits of Concord. The middle distance heads up into Carlisle and Acton withan optional stop at Great Brook Farm. The lo ngest 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.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 inter section with Rte 27. Westbound\, if you pass Papa Ginos\, you''ve gone too far. Eastbound\, if you pass the Sudbury dump\, you''ve gone too far.\n UID:req-1189434234-45@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070912T001416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070912T143343Z 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:Onwards & Upwards X-TH-EID:225 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071027T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071027T100000 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 celebrate what your legs have accomplished in 2007! Rain or <40 degrees cancels. Call ride leader after 7am on day of eve nt if weather is questionable.\n Directions: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NWof its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right si de of the lot away fromthe stores. UID:req-1189434435-53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070912T001950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070910T142715Z 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:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:226 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071007T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071007T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 66 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n Ride 2 = 61 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nR ide 4 = 38 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nEat your h eart out Hitchcock! No\, we don''t make it to Mt. Rushmore\, but there is c limbing and we do make it to New Hampshire (briefly). 61 miles with an opt ional extra hilly loop (5 miles)\, 52 and a 37 miler. Depending on the foli age\, this could be a spectacular ride. Michele Berry will co-lead the shor test ride at moderate pace. So come one\, come all! Directions: Nashoba Reg ional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495.Heavy rain cancels. Call my cell (781-640-3278) b y 9 am if unsure. UID:req-1189444942-30@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070912T003652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071003T202750Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan; Michele Berry":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan; Michele Berry":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Nashoba Valley Regional High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:12 green road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bolton\, ma X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fairbank Flights X-TH-EID:227 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071006T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071006T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Fairbank Flights\nRide 1 = 26 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n Ride 2 = 47 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 60 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n- ------------------------\n47 or 60 miles\, Terrain 4Description: The rides are mostly on back roads. All rides pass by the Minuteman Airfield in Stow. The short ride passes by the train station in South Action. The medium and long rides pass by the Great Brook Dairy Farm in Carlisle and split at Con cord Center at mile 36. The long ride passes by Hanscom Air Force Base in B edford. Leader will be riding the 60 mile ride. Rain cancels.Directions: Th e Fairbank soccer field parking lot is on Fairbank Road\, opposite the town pool\, at the corner of Fairbank and Hudson Roads\, Sudbury.The Fairbank s occer field parking lot is on Fairbank Road\, opposite the town pool\, at t he corner of Fairbank and Hudson Roads\, Sudbury. UID:req-1189478198-31@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070912T004350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070915T225206Z ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Bean":MAILTO:rtb59@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Richard Bean":MAILTO:rtb59@comcast.net LOCATION:Fairbank soccer field\, Sudbury X-WR-ADDR-ST:Fairbank Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Sudbury\, MA 01776 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fruitlands Loops X-TH-EID:230 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071008T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071008T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Fruitlands Loops\nRide 1 = 28 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n Ride 2 = 38 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\ n-------------------------\nThis ride starts at the Shops at Nagog off Rt 2 A on the Acton Littleton line\, and wanders out through Littleton\, Harvar d and Bolton and then up to the Fruitlands overlook\, going past the Shaker  burial area before returning to Nagog.  The 38 mile option adds a loop i nto Bolton and the 50 mile ride adds a loop into Berlin.  Quiet back road s and fall colors.\n UID:6da9003b743b65f4c0ccd295cc484e57@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070916T040842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070916T040842Z ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Longest Day X-TH-EID:277 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080624T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080624T180000 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. Directions: From Rte 2\, take the Taylor Street exit. Turn left at the end of the ramp\, th en left onto Porter (first streetoff Taylor). Park in the side of the lot f acing Porter Road. UID:20f07591c6fcb220ffe637cda29bb3f6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080309T185407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080309T185407Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:JOWA/Diamond building X-WR-ADDR-ST:59 Porter Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Long Way to Harvard Ride X-TH-EID:278 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080719T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080719T090000 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\, and Powerbal l tickets). No official lunch stop on the short route\, but there are place s to eat at the 24 mile point. Both routes have one or more ~20 mile stretc hes without stores\, so plan accordingly.\nTerrain is rolling with a few la rger hills\, including some roller-coaster hills in Groton\, a long gradual "flat" climb to Hollis\, and a couple of good hills in Harvard. I measured 2400'' of vertical gain for the 65 mile ride\, which is not so hilly for a ride of this length. No leader on the second half of the short route\, as he will be continuing on the long route. Steady rain cancels\, call leader by 9:00 AM if weather looks questionable.Directions: The station is on Cent ral St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:07cdfd23373b17c6b337251c22b7ea57@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080309T185722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080612T021754Z 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 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minuteman Path Ride X-TH-EID:232 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071017T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071017T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet behind Bikeway Source for a (Terrain 1) 16 to 22 mile bike path ride.Headlights and blinkie required.Locations: Minuteman Rail Trail\ , Bedford\nDescription:  Ride to Arlington Center or Alewife.\nDirections:   The head of the Rail trail is the junction of Railroad Ave.\, South Stre et\, and Loomis Street less than ½ mile from Routes 4 and 225 in Bedford. Park behind Bikeway Source.\n \n  UID:req-1189943268-10@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070916T132647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070920T001608Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory/ Narrow Guage Ride X-TH-EID:233 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071024T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071024T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION: 7 to 16 miles on (Terrain 1) bike paths.  The Reformatory co nsists of double track and farm type road surfaces with an occasional root or tie.  The Reformatory is prepared dirt.  Hybrid or mountain bikes\, he adlight\, and blinkies required.Meet at the junction of Railroad Ave.\, Sou th Street\, and Loomis Street less than ½ mile from Routes 4 and 225 in Be dford.  Park behind Bikeway Source.\nLocations: Reformatory – Bedford to Billerica Trail\nDescription:  Easy off-road ride on old rail bed consist ing of double track\, farm roads\, and some prepared dirt trail.  The ride begins at the Keyes Road. parking lot in Concord on the Reformatory.  The terrain is level with most of the ties removed UID:req-1189943625-3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070916T132651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070916T115345Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Minuteman Bike Path Ride X-TH-EID:234 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071003T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071003T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Locations: Minuteman Rail Trail\, Bedford\nDescription:  Ride to Arlington Center or Alewife.\nDistance: 16 to 22 miles or anything in be tween Directions:  The head of the Rail trail is the junction of Railroad Ave.\, South Street\, and Loomis Street less than ½ mile from Routes 4 an d 225 in Bedford.  Park behind Bikeway Source.\n \n UID:req-1189942583-75@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070916T132655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070916T113623Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory/ Narrow Gauge Ride X-TH-EID:235 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071010T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071010T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet behind Bikeway Source for the Reformatory and Narrow Gauge Ride. Ride 7 to 16 (Terrain 1 for MTB) miles on both paths. The Reformato ry is an old railbed whose surface has a few roots.  There is double track and some farm type roads.  The Narrow Gauge path is prepared dirt.  Your need a mountain or Hybrid\, headlight and blinkie.Directions:  Bikeway So urce is at the junction of Railroad Ave.\, South Street\, and Loomis Street less than ½ mile from Routes 4 and 225 in Bedford.  Park behind Bikeway Source.\n \n  UID:req-1189943036-87@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070916T132659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20070916T114356Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Canyon Cafe X-TH-EID:236 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071026T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071026T210000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Come join Lynne and me for an evening of upscale Tex/Mex food. We will start the evening with Canyon Cafe unique chips and salsa that i ncludes sweet potato chips along with multi colored tortilla chips. The als o offer a verity of top shelf Margaritas (designated driver required).   RSVP Required by Oct 22 via eMail Howie@nvpbike.org or by phone at 978-568- 9088. Howie:   UID:req-1190083362-74@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20070919T124827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110127T205132Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.canyoncafe.com/westborough.htm X-WR-ICON:event_icons/Crystal SVG/bell.png X-WR-ADDR-ST:153 Turnpike Road (RT 9) X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westborough\, Ma 01581 X-WR-PHONE:(508) 366-8848 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fruit(lands) Loops X-TH-EID:243 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071111T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071111T160000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Fruitlands Loops\nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n Ride 2 = 38 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 49 Miles\; level = 3-Rollin g\n-------------------------\n   The ride leaves from the Shops at Nagog at the Acton / Littleton line on 2A.  All rides head up on a gradual climb into Harvard\,\n and all rides finish going over Prospect Hill and past F ruitlands and the Shaker Cemetery.   The middle loop goes down into Bolton \, with\n a climb up Wattaquadock\; the long option adds a loop into Berli n.  This ride features spectacular views and some nice examples of Shaker \n building\, with most of the ride on quiet back roads.\n UID:cb70ab375662576bd1ac5aaf16b3fca4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071018T024629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071018T025545Z 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:Tea Room Ride X-TH-EID:238 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071118T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071118T160000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 18\, 11:00 a.m.\, Westford\, MA Terrain 3 rid es\nTwo Scotch Tea Room Rides (Approx. 29/32 and 38 miles) They depart from Robinson School off Rt. 225 in Westford\, MA.   The routes follow rollin g back roads in Westford\, Groton\, and Pepperell. I am leisurely and will sweep the shorter ride. If you plan to take a break at the Scotch Pines Res taurant\, please bring money for a hot drink and scones.   Rain\, snow\, and sleet cancel the bike travel but not the trip to the restaurant.\n\nDir ections:  From Rt. 110. Turn right onto Rt. 225\, which is right past Rest aurant 99. Robinson School is 1.75 miles to the west of Rt. 110 and Restaur ant 99 in Westford.  Ride Leader: Jean O''Donnell 978-692-4113 wienerin190 0@yahoo.com\n UID:req-1191467049-6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071005T024024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071004T030409Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Holiday Light Ride X-TH-EID:239 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071219T184000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071219T201000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Wed.\, December 19\, 6:40 p.m.    22 Palermo St.  Westford\ n12-mileTerrain 2 and 17-mile Terrain 3 Headlight road ride past Christmas Lights starting at 22 Palermo St. in Westford\, MA. Dress warmly and use he adlights and tail lights. Stay for hot cider and snacks around my Tannenbau m. \nRide Leader:  Jean O''Donnell 978-692-4113 wienerin1900@yahoo.com\nDe scription:  Shorter route is Right Hand Turn Ride around Lake Nabnessett. Longer ride climbs up into center of Westford.\nDirections:\nFrom Restaur ant 99 on Rt. 110 and Rt. 225\, drive 2.50 miles and turn right onto Palerm o St. Park on street near 22 Palermo St. UID:req-1191467543-10@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071005T024028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T204709Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Headlight Ride X-TH-EID:240 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071107T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071107T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 7 6:30 PM Nashua River Rail Trail\nMeet at : Beginning of the Nashua River Rail Trail in Ayer parking lot.\nWed Leader : Jeff Maxwell jeff.maxwell@hp.com\nPLEASE EMAIL TO CONFIRM THAT YOU ARE CO MING TO THE RIDE.\n16 miles to Pepperell and back or on your own farther\, Terrain 1\nDescription: rail trail with approximately 100 feet of climb.\nD irections: Take Rte. 2 east or west to exit 38B\, then follow Route 111 nor th to Ayer Rotary. Go halfway around rotary toRte. 2A. On Rte. 2A turn righ t after Ayer Center\, take first right on Groton Street to trail parking lo t on the right.  Address is 5 Groton Street. UID:req-1192499678-8@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071016T041312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071016T015438Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com CONTACT;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Headlight Ride X-TH-EID:241 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071114T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071114T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 14 6:30 PM Nashua River Rail Trail\nMeet at: Beginning of the Nashua River Rail Trail in Ayer parking lot.\nWed Lead er: Jeff Maxwell jeff.maxwell@hp.com\nPLEASE EMAIL TO CONFIRM THAT YOU ARE COMING TO THE RIDE.\n16 miles to Pepperell and back or on your own farther\ , Terrain 1\nDescription: rail trail with approximately 100 feet of climb.\ nDirections: Take Rte. 2 east or west to exit 38B\, then follow Route 111 n orth to Ayer Rotary. Go halfway around rotary toRte. 2A. On Rte. 2A turn ri ght after Ayer Center\, take first right on Groton Street to trail parking lot on the right.  Address is 5 Groton Street.\n UID:req-1192499817-51@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071016T041341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071016T015657Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com CONTACT;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Headlight Ride X-TH-EID:242 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071128T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071128T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 28\n6:30 PM Minuteman Trail / Bikeway Sour ce Parking lot near Porto-Potties.\nLeader: Jean E. O''Donnell wienerin1900 @yahoo.com\, 978.692.4113\nTerrain 1  mountain bike ride\nDescription:  R ide from Bikeway Source and onto the Reformatory up to Great meadows and ba ck and then do the Narrow Gauge.  You need a hybrid with nubby tires or a mountain bike.  If the temperature is below 40 degrees\, then we will ride the NArrow Gauge and part of the Minuteman.  With the debris on the paths \, you''ll still need a hybrid or mountain bike.  Remember you blinkie and headlights.\nDirections: Railroad Street off Rt. 225/ Rt. 4 in Bedford nea r CVS.\n UID:req-1192500091-96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071016T041346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071019T150544Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ABC Ride (Acton-Boxboro-Carlisle) X-TH-EID:245 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071110T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071110T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: ABC Ride (Acton-Boxboro-Carlisle)\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; le vel = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 34 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 4 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n----------------- --------\n Sat. 1:00 PM.   ABC Ride (Acton-Boxboro-Carlisle)   16 mi T 2\;  23\, 34\, 40 mi T3 Nov 10\, 2007             Meet at Sou th Acton MBTA Train Station             Leader: Roy Westerberg \, (978) 371-1491\,  rwesterb@bbn.com   Description:  Long rides (34 a nd 40) travel mainly on back roads through Acton and Carlisle to Great Broo k Farm\, then cut across a corner of Chelmsford into Westford\, then Little ton\, Boxboro\, and back to S. Acton.  Longest ride adds a corner of Harva rd (not the hilly part). 23 mile ride turns off in Carlisle\, rejoins long route in Littleton.  Shortest ride is in Acton and Boxborough\, trying to avoid hills.  Significant precipitation cancels.  If in doubt\, call befo re noon.                Directions: The train station is o n Central St. near its intersection with Rte 27 in South Acton. UID:req-1192724413-80@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071019T142649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071019T145902Z ORGANIZER;CN="Roy Westerberg":MAILTO:rwesterb@bbn.com CONTACT;CN="Roy Westerberg":MAILTO:rwesterb@bbn.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Delaney-Stow-Boxboro Loop X-TH-EID:246 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071103T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071103T103000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:16-mile Terrain 2 ride loops through Stow\, Boxborough\, and Li ttleton.  The steepest hill is Flagg.  The ride isn''t flat\; you are rol ling up\n and down constantly.  Dress for late fall. \n Directions: Rt 117 E and take L on Hiley Brook\, L on Harvard Rd. Turn L about a half a mile down.\n UID:req-1192755775-28@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071019T142718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071020T042542Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION: Delaney Conservation parking area off Harvard Rd in Stow X-WR-PHONE:978.692.4113 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Today's Ride Cancelled - Rain Out! X-TH-EID:247 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20071008 UID:req-1191846050-20@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071019T142736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071008T122050Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:South by Southwest X-TH-EID:248 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071117T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071117T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 38 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 4 = 55 M iles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 5 = 65 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------- ---------------\nVarious routes\, courtesy of Fred Pearson\, starting with the Wayland South long or short routes of 25\, 38 or 50 miles.  From the 3 8 or 50\, connections to the Wayland Southwest ride (long or short versions ) fill in the 55\, 60 and 65 mile options.  All routes stay on quiet back roads\, with the short 25 mile option staying in the Wayland - Weston - Wel lesley area and the longer rides adding stretches through Needham\, Dover\, Sherborn\, Millis\, Holliston\, Ashland and Southborough. If it''s raining or if it looks like it won''t make it up over 40 degrees during ride\, the ride will be canceled. Call ride leader on the day of the event if weather is questionable.Directions: Wayland High School is on Rt 126\, 2 miles sou th of the intersection of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Center.  \n UID:req-1192805653-14@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071019T145506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071019T145413Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride Start Postponed until 12 noon X-TH-EID:273 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080217T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080217T120000 DESCRIPTION:Due to the cold but sunny weather\, I would like to delay the s tart of the ride today until 12:00 noon.  The temperature should be above freezing by then. Any hardy souls keen to join in?? \n UID:req-1203858970-83@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080226T042902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080224T131610Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride Cancelled Due to Winterry Weather X-TH-EID:274 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080210T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080210T090000 UID:req-1202646290-17@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080226T042919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080210T122450Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Members Meeting - A Life in Cycling: Q & A with Dick Ring X-TH-EID:307 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080414T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080414T213000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:For this meeting we will depart from our normal meeting style a nd use a Q & A format. Dick Ring is a legend in the cycling world. Dick sta rted out as a speed skater in 1943 and has been cycling since 1949. He plac ed fifth in the 1956 U.S. Olympic cycling trials\, the year that Art Longsj o made the team. He has also been referred to as "the voice of New England cycling" for his announcing at local races. For this meeting members can as k Dick about his experiences with cycling\, people whom he had raced or tra ined\, changes in cycling techniques and equipment over the years\, his exp eriences calling races\, Art Longsjo\, training young people in cycling\, b icycle handling\, and on and on. We might even learn something about speed skating. This promises to be an informative night for all – please come r eady with questions. Don’t miss it! UID:req-1206103971-92@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080321T144926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080321T145229Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory X-TH-EID:276 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080412T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080412T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nAll routes go through Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, Littleton\, and Acton. The 40-mile route adds Groton and Ayer\, while the 50-mile route adds those plus a climb up to Harvard and back. Th e 40 and 50 offer an optional climb of about 2.5 miles round-trip to the MI T Haystack Observatory where there is an impressive collection of radio tel escopes and some nice views. Terrain is rolling with a couple of longer/ste eper hills\, and there are a few stretches with some traffic\, including bu sy Route 2A in Acton/Littleton. No official stops\, but the 40 and 50 usual ly stop in Groton (where there is a store) for a snack. There is a store ab out 2/3 of the way through the 21-mile route.Directions: The parking lot is accessible from Rte 62 or Keyes Rd. in Concord Center. UID:db8e1af0cb3aca1ae2d0018624204529@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080309T183834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080314T021120Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@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:New Years' Day Ride X-TH-EID:251 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080101T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080101T150000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: New Years'' Ride\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRid e 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nGentle rides of 15 and 25 miles\, starting from the Wayland Town Building.  Shake out t he cobwebs (or whatever) and start 2008 off on the right (or left) pedal!  We have often lucked out and had (relatively) mild weather on New Year''s Day.  These rides start out going West on Pelham Island Road\, going past great views over Heard''s Pond\, and then down into Framingham and back thr ough Sudbury\, staying on back roads the whole way.\n UID:19f3cd308f1455b3fa09a282e0d496f4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071118T054021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071119T002240Z ORGANIZER;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Wayland Town Building (back side\, side away from Rt 27) X-WR-ADDR-ST:Intersection of 20 & 27\, Wayland MA X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, MA\, 01778 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fruitlands Overlook / Optimist Prime X-TH-EID:252 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071202T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071202T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Fruitlands Overlook Ride\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 36 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n   This a first for me - a schedule d ride in December!  This is a nice late season ride\, as the leaves are d own and the views are great.  With a nod to the colder weather and shorter days\, the ride starts at 1 PM and has moderate lengths of 20\, 30\, and 3 6 miles.  They all head north past Fruitlands\, and then loop back to Harv ard Center\, then head south to Bolton and back.  The 30 adds a loop into Berlin\, and the 36 cuts over to Stow\, over Long Hill and then down Centur y Mill before rejoining the 30 in Berlin.  Precipitation or below freezing cancels\; but if it works out\, this gives the NVP a 12 month weekend cycl ing calendar\, possibly for the first time ever! (The weeknight headlight r ides have December slots as well this year!)\n UID:03c6b06952c750899bb03d998e631860@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071119T000141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071119T000340Z ORGANIZER;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Prospect Rd Overlook\, Prospect Rd Harvard X-WR-ADDR-ST:Between Rt 110 and Fruitlands X-WR-ADDR-CI:Harvard MA X-WR-PHONE:508 655 5193 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Event X-TH-EID:253 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20071204T150500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20071204T150500 DESCRIPTION:This is a test UID:c24cd76e1ce41366a4bbe8a49b02a028@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20071203T184646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20071203T190248Z ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com CONTACT;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pre-Banquet Ride X-TH-EID:270 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080329T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080329T153000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\nThis is a gentle ride\, one of our standard Concord loops as a mo dest preamble to the Spring Banquet\n and the 2008 ride season.  As alway s\, a light workout can serve to offset any guilt from the impending\n eve ning''s indulgence!  We start from Monument Green in Concord (facing the C olonial Inn\; park in the\n municipal lot just off Main St south of Monume nt Green).  We amble northwest into Carlisle and then back\n along River Rd / Monument Rd\, along quiet roads with many historic properties along th e route.\n\n UID:39059724f73a9969845dfe4146c5660e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053802Z CREATED:20080222T050429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080223T195538Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Monument Green X-WR-ADDR-ST:Concord Center X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Conditioning Rides X-TH-EID:271 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20080330T170000Z SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080302T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080302T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 24 Miles \; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nMarch 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 and 30 - Sunday Conditioning Rides.  We offer 15 and 25 mile options each Sund ay in March out of the Noyes School \n parking lot on the Northeast corner of the Concord Rd / Rt 27 intersection (between the church and the Noyes S chool).\n Both rides loop up into Concord\, with the shorter ride cutting back without any major hills and the longer ride adding a loop \n out past Hanscom Field and a early season challenging hill up over Bedford Road int o Lincoln Center.  Both rdes end with a\n modest climb up Rt 27 back to S udbury Center.\n UID:7f100b7b36092fb9b06dfb4fac360931@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080222T051232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080228T050713Z ORGANIZER;CN="Vic Dietz":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com CONTACT;CN="Vic Dietz":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com LOCATION:Noyes School parking lot X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rt 27 Sudbury Center X-WR-ADDR-CI:Sudbury\, MA 01776 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:259 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=7;UNTIL=20080224T170000Z EXDATE:20080217T100000Z SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080210T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080210T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Sudbury Conditioning ide\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-G entle\nRide 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\n  Bob Kamen has volunteered to start the world famous NVP Conditioning rides early this year!  Weather permitting\, we will have three Sunday rides in February\, starting as usual from the Peter Noyes School\; the parking area is behind the church on the northwest corner of the intersections of Conco rd Rd and Rt 27 in Sudbury center.  25 and 15 mile rides to shake off the rust (and break off the icicles)!\n UID:cfa0860e83a4c3a763a7e62d825349f7@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080122T014843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080122T061208Z ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net LOCATION:Peter Noyes School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rt 27 Sudbury Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dining Club :Thai Chili, Maynard X-TH-EID:258 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080118T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080118T203000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Dining club: Friday january 18\, at 6:30pm\n> The January Dinin g Club is at the Thai Chili restaurant in Maynard. This is a nice chance to \n> catch up with everyone as we move into the New Year! RSVP required by J anuary 16.\n> Rini Kester (rinikester@...\, (978) 897-2269)\n> Thai Chili\n > Address: 40 Main St\, Maynard\, MA\n> Phone: (978) 897 2984\n UID:req-1200510899-0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080118T025155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080116T191459Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com URL;VALUE=URI:http://web.maynard.ma.us/biz/thaichilli/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Event X-TH-EID:260 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080204T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080204T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING DESCRIPTION:This months NVP Board meeting will be at Fred and Gloria''s\, 1 4 Crest Rd Wayland.  Members are welcome\, but please let Rich Salter know ahead of\n time if there is a specific issue you want to address with the board.  Directions will be mailed to the Board members.\n UID:a4f23670e1833f3fdb077ca70bbd5d66@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080122T015149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080122T061346Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Event X-TH-EID:261 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080222T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080222T203000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:  This month''s Dining Club is at the Aegean on Rt 30 Framingh am (just East of the intersection with 126\, the former ChiChis). Come \n  join us for a pleasant break from the winter hibernation - hope to see you there!\n UID:b1a59b315fc9a3002ce38bbe070ec3f5@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080122T020318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080122T042850Z ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Fred Pearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net LOCATION:Aegean X-WR-ADDR-ST:257 Cochituate Rd (Rt 30) X-WR-ADDR-CI:Framingham 01701 X-WR-PHONE:508 879 8424 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:263 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080217T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080217T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 25 Miles \; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nBob Kamen has volunteered t o start the world famous NVP Conditioning rides early this year!  Weather permitting\, we will have three Sunday rides in February\, starting as usua l from the Peter Noyes School\; the parking area is behind the church on th e northwest corner of the intersections of Concord Rd and Rt 27 in Sudbury center.  25 and 15 mile rides to shake off the rust (and break off the ici cles)! UID:8c19f571e251e61cb8dd3612f26d5ecf@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080122T060251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080122T061246Z 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:Rt 27 Sudbury Center END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Members Meeting - Power in Bicycling: Where It Comes From, Where It Goes X-TH-EID:264 SEQUENCE:8 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080310T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080310T213000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Power in Bicycling: Where It Comes From\, Where It GoesCharlie Learoyd will be presenting.\n\nDo you want to get more from your ride? Unde rstand more about how to get up those hills? Then it''s best to understand power - where it comes from and where it goes in cycling.  We''ll start by defining work and power\, then we''ll explain the relation between speed a nd the power required to overcome aerodynamic drag and to climb hills. How do factors such as rider weight\, streamlining\, head and tail winds\, brak ing\, and cadence affect your riding? We will show you how. \n\nThis will b e a hands on talk. We will have a bicycle instrumented with a watt meter so you can see how different power levels feel. You will come away from this talk with knowledge that can make you a more efficient and safer rider.\n\n The talk is a little technical\, but we''ll always come back to what things mean in the practical real world of riding. WARNING: There may be a surpr ise pop quiz.\n UID:req-1202267555-53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080209T035124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080209T230436Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net LOCATION:St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Massachusetts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Fall Century X-TH-EID:266 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080906T070000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080906T170000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:NVP Fall Century. Rides of 25\, 50\, 75\, 100 and 125 miles.  Start from Wayland Town Building\, \n SouthWest corner of intersection of route 20 and Route 27/126.  Fully supported water / food stops every 25 mi les.\n  Mostly on quiet back roads\; longer rides progressively add techni cal challenge as well as miles.\n UID:f7664060cc52bc6f3d620bcedc94a4b6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080214T035316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080214T035316Z ORGANIZER;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="fpearson":MAILTO:pearson.fred@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:267 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=7;COUNT=5 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080301T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080301T100000 CATEGORIES:CONDITIONING RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Saturday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\ nJoin us for a 15 or 25 mile ride through the late winter and early spring landscape to get a head start on the season. To keep things simple\, the st arting points and routes are the same each time. Rolling terrain\, with no overly large hills on either route. Be prepared for winter conditions\, inc luding sand\, ice\, and wet roads. Dress for prevailing conditions. These r ides will run if the weather is more or less dry and the temperature is som ewhere around freezing or higher. If conditions are questionable\, call the leader to check on ride status.\n UID:eda80a3d5b344bc40f3bc04f65b7a357@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080221T011440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080221T014547Z 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 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:268 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080304T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080304T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING DESCRIPTION:This month''s Board meeting is at Steve Davis'' house\, at 385 Simpson Rd Marlboro.\n Club members are welcome\, but please let Rich Salt er (president@nvpbike.org) know \n ahead of time if there is a specific is sue you want to discuss. Directions will be\n emailed to board members in advance.\n UID:8f121ce07d74717e0b1f21d122e04521@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080221T020113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080223T195859Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:April is Bustin' Out X-TH-EID:285 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080422T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080422T194000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: April is Bustin'' Out\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Roll ing\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nBoth rides proceed up Arlington St\, then past the west end of Nagog Pond\, out to Foster St.  The short ride goes back from ther via Depot & Burroughs R ds\, and the long ride goes up and down Hill Rd into Boxborough\, nips thro ugh a corner of Harvard and back through Stow via Taylor and S. Acton Rds. Rain cancels.\n UID:req-1205412506-0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080313T205924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080313T124826Z ORGANIZER;CN="RoyW":MAILTO:rwesterb@bbn.com CONTACT;CN="RoyW":MAILTO:rwesterb@bbn.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma X-WR-PHONE:987-371-1491 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy/ Nice and Harder X-TH-EID:286 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080401T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080401T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 22 Miles \; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\n15-mile Spring Conditioning Ride\, 18-mile ride up to Carlson’s Orchard  16-mile ride on flat to rol ling terrain in Acton\, Stow\, Boxboro.  Long ride starts at 6:00 \, (Ter rain 4)  goes up the hilly Stow Road to Harvard.  short ride Starts at   6:20 (Terrain 2) UID:req-1205528905-27@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080315T040640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080318T011224Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride to Wayside Inn Grist Mill X-TH-EID:287 SEQUENCE:8 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080420T123000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080420T143000 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 Wa yside Inn Grist Mill.  Ride leader \nwill sweep\, but you may ride at your own pace with the cue sheet.  Bring snack for stop at the gristmill. \nRa in\, snow cancels ride. UID:req-1205529429-17@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080315T040701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080318T010952Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean ODonnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean ODonnell":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:Marlborough Stow Ramble X-TH-EID:291 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080426T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080426T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 31 Miles \; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 44 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n---------------- ---------\nRides meander from Marlborough high school through Hudson\, Stow \, Sudbury and back past the Wayside Inn Grist Mill. The longer routes give riders the chance to test their climbing legs on Hudson''s aptly named Woo bly Hill and spin through the rollers on Parmenter Road south of Rt 20. The 44 Miler adds a loop north of Rt 117 in Stow and rewards the riders with a last blast of climbing in the Marlborough Spoon Hill neighborhoods.   htt p://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborough/637598650 http://w ww.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborough/294978579 http://www.ma pmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborough/294978579 UID:req-1205682285-94@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080317T000420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080318T005807Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborough/29 4978579 LOCATION:Marlborough high school X-WR-ADDR-ST:431 Bolton St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Marlborough\, MA 01752 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Foster Sreet LABS Loops X-TH-EID:288 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080429T182500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080429T202500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 22 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nRide constantly rolling t errain with some hills in Littleton\, Acton\, Boxborough\, and Stow. UID:req-1205529088-95@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080315T040704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080317T225239Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Foster Street T-stop in Littleton X-WR-ADDR-ST:Grimes Ln & Foster St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA 0146 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sofia Ristorante X-TH-EID:292 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080425T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080425T213000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION: No need to go to Boston for great authentic Italian food. Sofi a Ristorant is a A True Italian Experience\, Upscale Dining in the Tuscan T raditio\, Voted #1 in Dining Excellence - The Region''s Best Italian Restau rant. -MetroWest Daily New. Vincenzo Caputo\, the chef and owner is from Fl orence\, Italy.  Tuscany (Toscana) is famous for its fabulous wines and ex ceptional food entrees.  Vincenzo Caputo has been in the business for over 30 years.  He has spent many years in Germany\, Switzerland\, and Italy i n the food industry.  His most rewarding years have been in Tuscan\, Italy .  The Italian  kitchen has always intriqued Vincenzo because of his Ital ian background. I know of one club member that eats here 3 times a week. Th is dinning club is a little pricier than most with dish running from $13 to $30\, but worth it. Come join Lynne and I and carbo load for the weekend o n homemade pastas. RSVP to me vial eMail at nvp-howie@comcast.net by 7pm o n Tuesday the 22nd\, I will be making the reservation that night Sofia Rist orante\, 156 Main St\, Hudson\, ma\, (978) 562-1221   UID:1700002963a49da13542e0726b7bb758@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080318T114053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080417T231653Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-howie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-howie@comcast.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.sofiaristorante.com/ LOCATION:Sofia Ristorante X-WR-ADDR-ST:156 Main X-WR-ADDR-CI:St\, Hudson\, ma\, X-WR-PHONE: (978) 562-1221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory X-TH-EID:382 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080511T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080511T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nAll routes go through Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, Littleton\, and Acton. The 40-mile route adds Groton and Ayer\, while the 50-mile route adds those plus a climb up to Harvard and back. Th e 40 and 50 offer an optional climb of about 2.5 miles round-trip to the MI T Haystack Observatory where there is an impressive collection of radio tel escopes and some nice views. Terrain is rolling with a couple of longer/ste eper hills\, and there are a few stretches with some traffic\, including bu sy Route 2A in Acton/Littleton. No official stops\, but the 40 and 50 usual ly stop in Groton (where there is a store) for a snack. There is a store ab out 2/3 of the way through the 21-mile route.Directions: The parking lot is accessible from Rte 62 or Keyes Rd. in Concord Center. UID:4f6ffe13a5d75b2d6a3923922b3922e5@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T003444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080409T003444Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@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:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:383 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;BYMONTH=5,6,7,8;UNTIL=20080828T233000Z EXDATE:20080515T183000Z EXDATE:20080522T183000Z EXDATE:20080529T183000Z SEQUENCE:24 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080605T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080605T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \n6:30 PM start time\, rain cancels. Lights are always handy to have\njust in case you find yourself short of daylight. All rides start in West Acton and follow the same routes each week\nso that you can measure your progress . \nThe 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.\nThe longer route adds a few hil ls. Ride at your own pace - the purpose of the ride is to build up your sp eed and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a m ore leisurely pace if you wish.Mary will be co-leader\, usually on the 11-m ile ride. We both lead from the rear Rain cancels. Call if in doubt. My ce ll phone is 978-697-2791\nDirections: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1207678778-79@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T003737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080508T205127Z ORGANIZER;CN="Richard and Mary Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com CONTACT;CN="Richard and Mary Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:394 SEQUENCE:24 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080501T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080501T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \n6:30 PM start time\, rain cancels. Lights are always handy to have\njust in case you find yourself short of daylight. All rides start in West Acton and follow the same routes each week\nso that you can measure your progress . \nThe 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 spee d and endurance in rolling terrain. Of course you are free to ride at a mor e leisurely pace if you wish. Rain or snow cancels (don''t laugh - it''s s nowed on Memorial Day) Call if in doubt.\nDirections: Gates School is at th e end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton.  UID:req-1207678778-79@thyme-www.nvpbike.org RECURRENCE-ID;TZID=US/Eastern:20080501T183000 DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T003737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080518T001540Z ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com CONTACT;CN="Richard Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:395 SEQUENCE:24 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080508T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080508T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Thursday Night Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 11 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------------------- \n6:30 PM start time\, rain cancels. Lights are always handy to have\njust in case you find yourself short of daylight. All rides start in West Acton and follow the same routes each week\nso that you can measure your progress . \nThe 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 or snow cancels (don''t laugh - it''s s nowed on Memorial Day) Call if in doubt. \nDirections: Gates School is at t he end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:req-1207678778-79@thyme-www.nvpbike.org RECURRENCE-ID;TZID=US/Eastern:20080508T183000 DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T003737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080414T202440Z ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com CONTACT;CN="Richard Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Five Boro Bike Tour X-TH-EID:405 SEQUENCE:9 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080531T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080531T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Five Boro Bike Tour\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle \nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hill y\n-------------------------\nYou do not need to go to the Big Apple to rid e the five Boro''s\, All rides start in Hudson and pass through Stow to get to Marlborough. The short loop returns to the start traveling east to west through Hudson via the bike path. The medium distance route travals throug h Marlborough\, Southborough\, Westborough and Northborough. The the long route adds a loop up through Berlin and Harvard to reach Boxborough then r eturning to Hudson through Stow. \nRain cancels\, - check this entry the mo rning of the ride or call Steve''s cell 781-424-8417 after 7:30 AM to check on status.\n UID:req-1208271538-28@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T150201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080530T120429Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis and Howie Davidson":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis and Howie Davidson":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Board Meeting X-TH-EID:406 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080507T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080507T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING DESCRIPTION:Club members are welcome\, but please let Rich Salter (presiden t@nvpbike.org) know ahead of time if there is a specific issue you want to discuss. Location and Directions will be eMailed to board members in advanc e.\n UID:8cb22bdd0b7ba1ab13d742e22eed8da2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T175055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080421T011626Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Round Westford X-TH-EID:407 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080521T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080521T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nCasual Wednes day Ride\, 15 or 18 miles around Westford \, visting the five districts\; Forgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westford\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage.   G entle terrain. Directions: UID:req-1208297132-86@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T233159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080518T224620Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Members Meeting - Nutrition and the Endurance Cyclist: Greater Endurance through Better Eating X-TH-EID:298 RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;INTERVAL=1;BYDAY=2MO;UNTIL=20080611T023000Z SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080609T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080609T213000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Nutrition and the Endurance Cyclist - Greater Endurance throu gh Better Eating Peter Megdal is a national class master’s cyclist who has won a silver and a bronze medal in the New England regional championsh ips.  He is also working on his doctorate in nutrition at the University of Massachusetts. Peter will be lecturing the NVP club members on proper o n/off the bike nutrition for optimal performance for touring. Topics wil l include the following items for discussion: Which foods and how much sh ould I eat for a 100 mile bike ride? Is liquid or solid food best? Is p rotein added to your on bike meal really necessary for optimal performance ? What is the best sports drink? How much salt and potassium do I reall y need in hot weather? What is hyonaturemia and how do I NOT get it? Is water the best liquid to drink on a hot day -  why or why not? Carbohydr ate loading – is this a thing of the past? Which vitamins and minerals should I eat while riding or before to optimize my performance HINT (EPO i s not one of them)? UID:req-1206062164-56@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080321T040635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080321T011604Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Onwards & Upwards X-TH-EID:404 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080420T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080420T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Onwards & Upwards\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nR ide 2 = 43 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-- -----------------------\nHere''s an option for those of us who need to get more miles and more climbs on our legs earlier in the season. I''ve updated the routes to offer an additional 52 mile loop that adds a nice climb up W attaquadock Hill Rd.\nTour the hills of Harvard & Berlin (and a few other t owns as well). Hit some of our favorites: Prospect Hill\, Oak Hill\, Vaughn Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Long Hill\, and finish up with Nagog Hill. The sho rter route avoids Vaughn and the "headwall" of West Bare. Come see what you r legs remember from 2007 and warm up for Howie''s soon to be offered Tuesd ay night Beast of a Ride. Rain or <40 degrees cancels. Contact ride leader after 7am day of the ride in case of questionable weather.\n Directions: Na gog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NWof its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away fromthe stores. UID:req-1208259828-64@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T120830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080415T114348Z 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:The Bares and the Bs X-TH-EID:403 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080601T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080601T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Bares and the Bs\nRide 1 = 60 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly \nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe two routes start at the South Acton Commuter Rail Station and wander through H arvard\, Bolton & Berlin with the longer route heading off up Sawyer Hill t o catch a few hills near Boylston. They rejoin back in Berlin and take the indirect route back to Acton via Harvard. While the shorter route avoids th e bigger climbs\, the longer route gets to slow down to view the scenery on West Bare Hill and Old Littleton. Either option provide an opportunity to do some climbing and then celebrate those efforts with nice downhill runs o n mostly quiet\, tree lined roads. Note that quiet tree line roads = very f ew opportunities to stop for food or water. Please be sure to bring plenty with you for the ride.Rain cancels. Call the ride leader after 7am the morn ing of the ride in case of questionable weather. Directions: The station i s on Central St. near Main St.(Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1208260236-11@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T120655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080415T115036Z 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:Primer of the New NVP Web site X-TH-EID:401 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080512T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080512T193000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Come take part in unavailing of the new NVP web site. Your spea kers Scott and Howie Give a guild tour of the site. We will cover in detail use of the new Calendar \, Forums\, and the content of the many tabs. We w ill also cover for ride leaders how to fill our a request for an event and where to get a custom sing-in sheet for your up can coming ride. We will be holding the Members meeting at Howie Davidson''s house so that we have Int ernet Access. Bring a Chair else you may be on the floor. Directions from H udson Center: Head north on RT 85 off the router go about 1 mile at mail bo x for 231 take a right there will be a driveway and a road take the dirt ro ad\, to the second house house on the right. (Yellow Contemporary) if you m iss the turn\, after the yellow house turn right after the 3 rooks.Directio ns from Bolton/Stow RT 117: Head south on RT 85 from RT 117 for about 1.7 m iles\, just as you enter Hudson\, there is a green house on the left my (lo ok for Yellow Flag on a tree) \, turn left before the 3 large rooks on to a dirt road\, this take you right to the house.Parking on the ether dirt roa d or in the drive way but do not park next to the stone wall in front of th e house there are plants there. Call in you get lost 978-568-9088 UID:816b112c6105b3ebd537828a39af4818@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T020949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080421T014515Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:activities@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:activities@nvpbike.org LOCATION:Howie Davidson's house X-WR-ADDR-ST:235 lincoln St Hudson X-WR-ADDR-CI:Hudson\, Ma\, 01749 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Round Westford X-TH-EID:398 SEQUENCE:7 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080514T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080514T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 17 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nMeet at Robin son School for 6:00 pm departure.   Two routes - 15 and 17 miles.  One o f the flattest  routes I''ve ridden in Westford!  I will be riding the 15 mile. UID:req-1208223738-97@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T020256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080512T030459Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:56 Concord Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford MA 01886 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LAB loops X-TH-EID:399 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080527T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080527T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: LAB loops\nRide 1 = 13 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nride in Littleto n\, Acton\, Stow constantly rolling loops through the above area similar to the LAB loops. Directions: The MBTA station is on Grimes Lane in Littleton . Take the first exit\, Taylor Street\, west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Boxborough. Grimes Lane is first left after crossi ng 495. 16 UID:352fe25daf686bdb4edca223c921acea@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T020517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080418T010113Z ORGANIZER;CN="John Poikonen":MAILTO:john@poikonen.net CONTACT;CN="John Poikonen":MAILTO:john@poikonen.net LOCATION:Foster Street T-stop in Littleton X-WR-ADDR-ST:1 Grimes Lane X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:397 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080520T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080520T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; leve l = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nthe short ride will leave at 6:20 lead by Jean\, The longer rides will leave at 6:15 lead by Emilthe Short er ride is the Saturday Conditioning Ride there is one hill up Old Harvard in Boxboro.  22-miler goes up Stow Road to Harvard.  \nDirections: The st ation is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1208212428-61@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T020250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080517T123719Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil & Jean":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="Emil & Jean":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:396 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080506T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080506T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; leve l = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nthe short ride will leave at 6:20 l ead by Jean\, The longer rides will leave at 6:00 lead by Emilthe Shorter ride is the Saturday Conditioning Ride there is one hill up Old Harvard in Boxboro.  22-miler goes up Stow Road to Harvard.  \nDirections: The stat ion is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1208212474-13@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080415T020244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080418T005449Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil and Jean":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="Emil and Jean":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Musketaquid Earth Day X-TH-EID:393 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080503T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080503T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: 40k or 40 Miles\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nR ide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nConcord MA  is celebratiing Earth Day with a River Float Ceremony and Parade today. A ctivities will start at 10:00am at the Lowell Street Bridge. It is followed by an Arts and Environmental Festival at the Emerson Umbrella Center for t he Arts.From Nagog Park in Acton\, it will be 10 miles to cycle to the Lo well street bridge in Concord where they will launch the floats. Stay and enjoy the Parade and/or Festival as you like. Then continue either the 40 km or 40 miles scenic ride through Concord\, Lexington\, Bedford and Carlis le. There will be several places for refreshments along the routes includ ing Great Brook Farm.Directions: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton abou t 1 mile NW of its intersection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores. UID:req-1208139969-27@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080414T113905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080421T003146Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@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:Middlesex Canal Ride X-TH-EID:392 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080517T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080517T150000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n------------------- ------\nThe entire hybrid/ mountain bike ride is approximately 33- miles\, getting to Lowell in time to catch the 5:00 train (arriving in West Medfor d at 5:31)\, but people can leave the ride 25 miles at the North Billerica train station (3:07\, arriving in 3:27).  We will make a very brief lunch stop in Woburn  and recommend bringing a lunch\, but it will be possible to buy a sandwich there.  For those riding the entire route\, we need to b e up at the Lower Lock behind the Double Tree Hotel in Lowell by 2:45PM in order to observe the sluice action at 3PM.  The route is pretty flat and l evel with some double track sections.  Along the way we will stop at a num ber of remnants and restored sections of the Canal\, as well as the mansion of the chief engineer of the Canal\, the two remaining aqueducts\, also th e Francis Gate lock on the Pawtucket Canal in Lowell\, and the northern end of the floating towpath.   If the weather is questionable\, please call me to confirm that the ride is on.  Bring $5+ for train ticket and lunch.D irections: Take Rt. 2 E to Rt. 60 in Arlington and into West Medford to th e West Medford RR Station parking lot. UID:req-1207950891-75@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080411T222648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T203304Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:West Medford RR Station parking lot. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Colonial Ramble X-TH-EID:391 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080518T123000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080518T123000 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.). Directions: NARA Park is on Ledge Rock Rd. off Rte 2 7 about one mile N of its intersection with Rte 2A. Park in lower lot near pond. UID:5a4b25aaed25c2ee1b74de72dc03c14e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080411T222454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080430T191050Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen and John Takacs":MAILTO:KTakacs@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="Karen and John Takacs":MAILTO:KTakacs@hpss.com LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:387 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080529T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080529T183000 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-1207752032-10@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T203357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080412T034511Z 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:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:388 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080515T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080515T193000 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-1207766347-76@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T203414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080409T183907Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andrew Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton MA 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:389 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080522T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080522T193000 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-1207766467-4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T203418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080502T190727Z LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outer 50 X-TH-EID:390 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080517T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080517T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\nRide 1 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 5 2 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nI blamed Howie l ast year for "forcing" me to offer this ride in May. This year? I have to b lame Dan and me. We''re headed into the mountains in June and need to get s ome climbing in early. So... this is a rather hilly ride for this early in the season. Consider it an opportunity to slow down and see the scenery. Ou ter 50 is the outer and hillier half of a century route that was part of th e Positive Spin for ALS in Wayland MA (hence the name outer 50). Starting i n Berlin\, it goes counter clockwise around the Wachusett Reservoir via Ste rling\, Princeton\, and Westminster. As there are only so many roads that a re good for cycling\, parts of the ride will be familiar if you have partic ipated in Andy''s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlights include climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mile Hill Rd\, and the optional summit of Mt Wachusett (no idea what kind of con dition it will be in this time of year). Rewards include a glorious descent on Rte 62 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the big climbs.Rain or snow (please say it''s over!) cancels. Call ride le ader after 7am day of the ride if weather is questionable.  Directions: Th e car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound o ff-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:req-1207770703-51@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080409T203425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080409T195143Z 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:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:408 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080607T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080607T090000 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:0d0fd7c6e093f7b804fa0150b875b868@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080416T013611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080416T013611Z 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:Avoid the Traffic X-TH-EID:409 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080507T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080507T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\nThis ride loops around Concord and Carlisle on rolling terrain w ith three hills: Monument Road\, Russell Street\, and Strawberry Hill.  It avoids the traffic on Loweel Road in Concord and Carlisle.  If you happe n to be slower than I am \, I will wait at intersections for you or you can ride at your own pace with a cuesheet. UID:req-1208297431-4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080416T041233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080416T041320Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Road Parking Lot on Information Bu X-WR-ADDR-ST:Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA X-WR-PHONE:978 692-4113\, 781 775-5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOT Reservoir Again! X-TH-EID:410 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080510T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080510T100000 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-------------------------\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. 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 lot.\n UID:1068c6e4c8051cfd4e9ea8072e3189e2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080416T041458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080416T041458Z 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:380 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:411 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080524T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080524T090000 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). Several options from 36 to ~ 62 miles. More details l ater.  Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495.  Meet on the Wes t side of the School Building. There''s an entrance about 200 yds after Gre enRd. heading west on 117. UID:req-1208356768-16@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080417T032733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080523T214854Z 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:Wilder Beast X-TH-EID:412 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080504T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080504T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:If you like Howie''s Beast ride\, you''ll love the Wilder Beast . It''s a rollercoaster of a ride\, with many of the usual suspects (Oak Hi ll\, West Bare Hill\, Vaughn Hill\, and others) sprinkled throughout. The B east is usually run on Tuesdays\, so those who only make it on the weekends can experience a really fun ride with lots of ups and downs. Expect to do more than 50 miles of this insanity.\nStarting Location: South Acton Train Station at the corner of Rte. 27 and Central Street.  UID:req-1208480341-80@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080418T010056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080418T012409Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Busting Out X-TH-EID:413 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080513T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080513T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bustin Out\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nBoth rides pro ceed up to Arlington St\, then past the west end of Nagog Pond\, out to Fos ter St. The short ride goes back from there via Depot & Burroughs Rds\, and the long ride goes up and down Hill Rd into Boxborough\, then nips through a corner of Harvard and back through Stow via Taylor and S. Acton Rds. Rai n cancels. UID:0deb1c54814305ca9ad266f53bc82511@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080418T022035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080419T213637Z ORGANIZER;CN="emil":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="emil":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton, Stow and environs X-TH-EID:415 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080528T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080528T190000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Stow and environs\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2- Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nEa sy evening ride trough Stow\, Boxboro\, Acton.  11-16 miles Directions: S tow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersection with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:req-1208580179-20@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080419T133457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080419T044259Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scribner Hill the Hard Way X-TH-EID:419 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080617T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080617T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Scribner Road the Hard Way\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nI f you have ridden the long Century routes\, you may recall the painful uphi ll out of the Dunstable water stop\, and the thrilling downhill into Westfo rd that follows. The long ride this evening (an easy 4) goes up that thril ling downhill\, and explores other less-visited roads in the Westford-Dunst able area. The shorter loop avoids most of the steeper hills.Directions: R obinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with R te 110 in Westford. UID:req-1210448305-12@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080511T182555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080510T193825Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andrew Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narrow Gauge Ride X-TH-EID:420 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080616T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080616T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 16 at 6:30PM Bedford\, MA  (1 L/M) 8-miles\nMeet at the Minuteman Parking lot at the Bedford end of the rail trail near the porto-potties.\nTerrain 1  mountain/ hybrid bike ride through conservatio n land in Bedford and Billerica onthe Narrow Gauge Rail Trail.  We may dou ble back and ride the Reformatory until Rt. 62.  This is a prepared dirt r ail trail.  You need a hybrid with nubby tires or a mountain bike.\nDirect ions: Rt. 128 to Rt. 4/225 in Lexington.  Turn left at Railroad Street off Rt. 225/ Rt. 4 in Bedford near CVS.Park near the old railroad car next to the Minuteman Rail Trail.\nLeader: Jean E. O''Donnell wienerin1900@yahoo.co m UID:req-1210371628-20@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080511T182608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080509T222028Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Next to the Bedford end of the Minuteman X-WR-ADDR-ST:School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride/ Picnic/Swim X-TH-EID:421 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080622T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080622T153000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 24 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 29 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------------- ------------\nRoute goes thou\, Dunstable\, Tyngsborough\, and Pepperell wi th a hill or two In Westford. I am a leisurely cyclist who will sweep the 2 4-mile ride. Bring swimsuit\, towel\, lawn chair\, and a food contribution for a potluck supper if you would like to cap the day off with a dip in For ge Pond and picnic supper.  Call me in advance if you would like to store food in my refrigerator.  UID:req-1210371937-72@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080511T182613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080514T170608Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rt. 225 in Westford X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass X-WR-PHONE:978.692.4113\, 781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Backroads with Rini X-TH-EID:445 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080604T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080604T180000 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 the beautiful backroads through Stow\, Boxboro and Acton  Directions: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersectio n with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:req-1211165002-73@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080519T121016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080519T121132Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Labor Day X-TH-EID:422 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080901T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080901T120000 CATEGORIES:HOLIDAY UID:f85454e8279be180185cac7d243c5eb3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080511T183438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080513T124532Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence Day X-TH-EID:423 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080704T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080704T120000 CATEGORIES:HOLIDAY UID:faa9afea49ef2ff029a833cccc778fd0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080511T183545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080511T183545Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Father's Day X-TH-EID:424 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080615T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080615T120000 CATEGORIES:HOLIDAY UID:3c7781a36bcd6cf08c11a970fbe0e2a6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080511T183647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080511T183647Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Strawberry Festival Ride X-TH-EID:427 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080614T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080614T093000 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. The 29-mile route over moderately rolling terrain goes through Westford\, G roton\, Dunstable and Tyngsborough on mostly back roads. Final climb is up to Westford Center. Shorter option available. Afterwards\, stay for the Art s and Crafts Festival (plus strawberry shortcake) on Westford Common. Bring a bike lock and some money if you plan to stay for the Festival. Direction s: Abbot Elementary School From I-495\, take exit 32 (Boston Road\, Westfor d)\, go west on Boston Road (under 495) to Westford Center. Turn right on L incoln Street along edge of common. Bear right to join Main Street (at fire station). Bear left on Depot Str UID:req-1210729682-52@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080514T132952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080514T014802Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy Taylor":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy Taylor":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Abbot Elementary School X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Depot Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Beast is back X-TH-EID:428 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080603T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080603T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe orginal in my Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simpl e. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard? Th is version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case li ght or legs should fail.. Directions: The old train station is on Taylor St . in Littleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 495 of f Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylor Street. (can not let Dan and Judy go xCounty with out doing the be ast) UID:8d7d8ee069cb0cbbf816bbb65d56947e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080514T133302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080514T133302Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy/ Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:429 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080610T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080610T201500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 22 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n------------------ -------\nThe short ride will leave at 6:20 lead by Jean\, The longer rides will leave at 6:00 lead by Emilthe Shorter ride is the Saturday Conditionin g Ride there is one hill up Old Harvard in Boxboro. 22-miler goes up Stow R oad to Harvard. UID:req-1210784200-81@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080514T170233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T203406Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean 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:Right Hand Turn Ride X-TH-EID:430 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080625T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080625T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Right Hand Turn Ride\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentl e\n-------------------------\nRide around Lake Nabnassett area in Westford Directions: Rt. 225 in Westford\, a little over a mile west of Restaurant 9 9. UID:f74909ace68e51891440e4da0b65a70c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080514T230923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080514T231044Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:431 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080629T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080629T090000 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:66368270ffd51418ec58bd793f2d9b1b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080515T004334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080515T004334Z 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:Round Westford X-TH-EID:432 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080618T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080618T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nCasual Wednes day Ride\, 15 or 18 miles around Westford \, visting the five districts\; Forgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westford\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage.  UID:req-1210823584-87@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080515T111715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080518T224732Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:433 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080628T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080628T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 65 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 36 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nEat your heart out Hitchcock! No\, we don''t make it to Mt. Rushmore\, but ther e is climbing and we do make it to New Hampshire (briefly). ~65 miles. Exa ct route to be determined. 36 mile ride will be co-lead my Michele Berry. Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the interse ction with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:req-1210827288-92@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080515T111720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080515T135437Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan & Michele Berry":MAILTO:tffagan@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan & Michele Berry":MAILTO:tffagan@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:Dining Club X-TH-EID:436 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080627T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080627T193000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Join myself and Elaine at Lotus Blossom on Rt 20 in Sudbury for some good chinese food and a sneak preveiw of tomorrow''s ride. RSVP by We dnesday June 25 so I know how many to reserve for.  UID:req-1210861203-6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080515T142220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080515T142003Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Lotus Blosson X-WR-ADDR-ST:394 Boston Post Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Sudbury X-WR-PHONE:(978) 443-0200 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Backroads of Stow X-TH-EID:437 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080702T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080702T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Stow and environs\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2- Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nEa sy ride through Stow\, Boxboro and Acton.  11 or 16 miles  Directions: St ow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersection with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:req-1210875656-36@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080516T014505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T212157Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wednesday evening Ride-Nagog X-TH-EID:438 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080611T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080611T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Choice of 12 or 16 easy miles through Acton\, Carlile and We stford.Starting at Nagog Mall Parking Lot. Route 2A\, Acton MA. Leader: El len Cromptontel:978-263-3219 UID:req-1210874009-28@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080516T014509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080516T192042Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rini's Country Ride X-TH-EID:439 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080720T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080720T100000 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 beautiful towns of Stow\ , Harvard\, Littleton\, Ayers to Groton (lunch places) towards Dunstable\, and back through 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 optional lunch at the Stow Airport cafe. Directions: Stow Shopping Cent er is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersection with Rte 27 in M aynard. UID:req-1210873105-0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080516T014903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080604T130925Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Post-Orientation ride. X-TH-EID:446 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080607T101500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080607T101500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\nThis ride will start after the Orientation ride gets back to all ow for people that help on it to do a longer ride\, Ride will talk you on n ormal back roads in the area. Rood ride for the Morita Rider . if you want more miles show up for the Orientation ride and help out. UID:1a5b1e4daae265b790965a275b53ae50@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080520T111647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080520T111647Z ORGANIZER;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ELLEN.CROMPTON@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ELLEN.CROMPTON@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:Father day around thet Reservoir Ride X-TH-EID:447 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080615T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080615T100000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED 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:9a96876e2f8f3dc4f3cf45f02c61c0c1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080520T112435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080615T132826Z 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:380 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilder Beast X-TH-EID:448 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080608T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080608T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 50 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n------------- ------------\nIf you like Howie''s Beast ride\, you''ll love the Wilder Bea st. It''s a rollercoaster of a ride\, with many of the usual suspects (Oak Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Vaughn Hill\, and others) sprinkled throughout. The Beast is usually run on Tuesdays\, so those who only make it on the weeken ds can experience a really fun ride with lots of ups and downs. Expect to d o more than 50 miles of this insanity.\nStarting Location: South Acton Trai n Station at the corner of Rte. 27 and Central Street.  UID:9b70e8fe62e40c570a322f1b0b659098@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080521T013559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080525T085652Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc@verizon.net LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting: Yoga for Strength and Conditioning X-TH-EID:526 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080908T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080908T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Yoga for Strength and Conditioning\n \n Improve your balance\, coordination\, and ability to concentrate\,\n whatever your game! Join Regi stered Yoga Teacher\, Cathy Mandrioli\n on your mat for an invigorating str etch targeted to the athlete\, be your\n sport cycling\, golf\, running\, b aseball or tennis. The benefits will translate to a\n strong core and a dee per level of concentration. Class will include\n Pranayama (breath work)\, Pratapana (warm-ups)\, Asanas (postures)\,\n and Yoga Nidra (guided relaxat ion).If you want to learn more about Cathy\, visit her website at:www.yogai nyourhome.net. UID:req-1219622344-12@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080825T021631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080825T092324Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA X-WR-PHONE:(978) 263-2822 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:449 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080604T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080604T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:d61e4bbd6393c9111e6526ea173a7c8b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080528T011230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080528T011230Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Five Boro Bike Tour X-TH-EID:450 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080621T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080621T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Five Boro Bike Tour\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 3-Rollin g\nRide 2 = 32 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 55 Miles\; level = 3-Rol ling\n-------------------------\nYou do not need to go to the Big Apple to ride the five Boro''s\, All rides start in Hudson and pass through Stow to get to Marlborough. The short loop returns to the start traveling east to w est through Hudson via the bike path. The medium distance route travals thr ough Marlborough\, Southborough\, Westborough and Northborough. The the lon g route adds a loop up through Berlin and Harvard to reach Boxborough then returning to Hudson through Stow.\n\nRain cancels\, - check this entry the morning of the ride or call leader after 7:30 AM to check status. Directio ns: UID:req-1212258506-77@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080602T033729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080531T182826Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton, Stow and environs X-TH-EID:452 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080723T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080723T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Stow and environs\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2- Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nMe ander around towns near Stow. Directions: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 11 7 in Stow a few miles West of its intersection with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:req-1212686508-73@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080605T233312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080701T211622Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NARA Park with Ellen X-TH-EID:453 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080716T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080716T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Starting at NARA park ride 15 or 21 miles through Acton and C oncord\,Directions: NARA Park is on Route 27 in Acton\, about 1/2 miles no rth of the intersection with Rt 2A\, on Ledge Rock Way. UID:req-1212769314-20@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080606T224241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T211928Z ORGANIZER;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ellen.crompton@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Ellen Crompton":MAILTO:ellen.crompton@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:454 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080701T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080701T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; level = 1 -Flat\n-------------------------\nThere are short and long rides. Nice and Easy is the shorter ride. It is the Saturday Conditioning Ride - there is o ne hill up Old Harvard in Boxboro. Nice and Harder is a 22-miler that goes up Stow Road to Harvard\, winds past Carlson Orchard\, and comes back throu gh Boxborough.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1213063095-8@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080610T023355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080610T015815Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc01@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:July is Bustin' Out Ride X-TH-EID:455 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080715T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080715T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 22 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThere are two rides - 16 and 22 miles.Both rides proceed up to Arlington St\, then past the west end of Nagog Pond\, out to Foster St. The short ride goes back from there via Depot & Burroughs Rds. The long ride goes up and down Hill Rd into Boxborou gh\, then nips through a corner of Harvard and back through Stow via Taylor and S. Acton Rds.Ride leader will lead 22 mile ride. Rain cancels. UID:req-1213065318-75@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080610T023526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080714T135520Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Scribner Hill the Hard Way X-TH-EID:460 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080708T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080708T201500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Scribner Hill the Hard Way\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nI f you have ridden the long Century routes\, you may recall the painful uphi ll out of the Dunstable water stop\, and the thrilling downhill into Westfo rd that follows. The long ride this evening (an easy 4) goes up that thril ling downhill\, and explores other less-visited roads in the Westford-Dunst able area. The shorter loop avoids the steeper hills.Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 i n Westford. UID:req-1213102001-90@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080610T161039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080610T124641Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Marlborough Stow Ramble X-TH-EID:461 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080713T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080713T113000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Marlborough Stow Ramble\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Ro lling\nRide 2 = 31 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 44 Miles\; level = 4-H illy\n-------------------------\nRides meander from Marlborough high school through Hudson\, Stow\, Sudbury and back past the Wayside Inn Grist Mill. The longer routes give riders the chance to test their climbing legs on Hud son''s aptly named Woobly Hill and spin through the rollers on Parmenter Ro ad south of Rt 20. The 44 Miler adds a loop north of Rt 117 in Stow and rew ards the riders with a last blast of climbing in the Marlborough Spoon Hill neighborhoods.   http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborou gh/637598650 http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborough/29 4978579 http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/marlborough/2949785 79 UID:req-1213133604-58@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080610T213538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080610T213324Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Marlborough high school X-WR-ADDR-ST:431 Bolton St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Marlborough\, MA 01752 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outer 50 X-TH-EID:458 SEQUENCE:9 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080726T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080726T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\nRide 1 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 5 2 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nThis ride will b e co-lead by Tom Fagan (long) and Michele Berry (short). The Outer 50 is the 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\, Pr inceton\, and Westminster. As there are only so many roads that are good fo r cycling parts of the ride will be familiar if you have participated in An dy''s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlights i nclude climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Pine hill\, and t he optional summit of Mt. Wachusett. Rewards include a glorious descent on Rte 62 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the big climbs. Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rt e 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:req-1213111098-72@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080610T151833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T203500Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495 X-WR-ADDR-ST:360 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mount Vernon Ride X-TH-EID:457 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080705T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080705T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Mount Vernon\nRide 1 = 62 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nGeorge Washingt on (did not) sleep here!This route tries to bring NVP along some routes in NH that we don''t get to do very often. Some of the route runs along our fa ll century ride\, and other parts of it are from a CRW ride. We travel up i nto NH on some very nice roads\, summiting Mount Vernon at the furthest poi nt north. DOn''t use all your energy on that climb\; there is another nice climb on the return!A shorter route which skips these hills will be include d. UID:req-1213107909-23@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080610T142543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080610T142509Z ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com CONTACT;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com LOCATION:Florence Roche Elementary School X-WR-ADDR-ST:342 Main St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:groton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOT Reservoir Again! X-TH-EID:465 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080706T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080706T090000 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-------------------------\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. 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 lot.\n UID:68ce199ec2c5517597ce0a4d89620f55@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080613T120505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T120505Z 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:380 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Round Westford X-TH-EID:464 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080730T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080730T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nCasual Wednes day Ride\, 15 to 18 miles around Westford \, visting the five districts\; F orgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westford\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage. Direct ions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:req-1213355761-22@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080613T120113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T111601Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Roads of Newton and south X-TH-EID:466 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080727T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080727T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: CRW Fitness Ride\nRide 1 = 19 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n Ride 2 = 28 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 42 Miles\; level = 3-Rollin g\n-------------------------\nStart in Newton\; go into Dover\, Needham\, N atick\, and Medfield. The rodes are bicycle friendly\, rolling terrain\, an d opportunities to stop for lunch. From 128 south take Exit 19B (just after cross Rt. 9) onto Highland Ave heading west\, then almost immediate left a t lights  onto Hunting Rd\, then left at lights onto Kendrick St which cro sses over Rt 128\, park ing lot is on right after office building. I invit e NVP cyclists to join me for this pleasant ride through these beautiful towns. UID:e836d813fd184325132fca8edcdfb40e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080613T121410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T121509Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean Meggison":MAILTO:jntmeggi@hotmail.com CONTACT;CN="Jean Meggison":MAILTO:jntmeggi@hotmail.com LOCATION:Kendrick St. Newton X-WR-ADDR-ST:Kendrick St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Newton END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast X-TH-EID:467 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080729T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080729T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe original in Howie''s Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure an d simple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harv ard? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. and the nasty Sch oolhouse\, with bailouts in case light or legs should fail ... Directions: The old train station is on Taylor St. in Littleton. Taylor Street is the f irst exit to the west of Route 495 off Rte 2. After the exit\, drive toward s Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylor Street. UID:req-1213360384-3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080613T131444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T205834Z ORGANIZER;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="emilc":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton-Northboro Ride X-TH-EID:468 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080712T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080712T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 62 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n------------------ -------\nThis 62-mile ride travels through Acton\, Harvard\, Berlin\, Bolto n\, and Littleton. The ride covers mostly back roads and has some nice down hills. Includes stops in Northboro and Harvard. Most of this ride is based on the Berlin Country Tour used by CRW\, so there may be road markings (but it does deviate near the end!).\n UID:req-1213360198-46@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080613T131530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T204643Z ORGANIZER;CN="emil":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="emil":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton MBTA Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Groton Lost Lake X-TH-EID:472 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080722T062500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080722T062500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\n23-mile Groton/ Lost Lake Ride starting from Foster Street.  Th ere are whee hills around Lost Lake and a climb up to Nashoba Hospital\, bu t it is a moderate ride all and all.  I will sweep the ride or wait for yo u if you are slower. UID:req-1213392022-69@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080614T035429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T212022Z ORGANIZER;CN="jean E.O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="jean E.O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Foster Street T-stop in Littleton X-WR-ADDR-ST:1 Grimes Lane X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:474 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080709T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080709T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:25ddc0f8c9d3e22e03d3076f98d83cb2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080615T014341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080615T014341Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Charlie Learoyd's\, Boxborough END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jane Poole's Carlisle Wander X-TH-EID:471 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080709T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080709T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Jane Poole''s Carlisle Wander\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nJane Poole''s Carlisle Wander\; Visi t Westford\, Chelmsford and Acton and remember one of the NVP''s most loved members.\nDirections: 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 fr om the stores. UID:req-1213398272-15@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080614T035021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080613T230432Z 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:Century 25 and 50 X-TH-EID:473 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080803T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080803T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Century 25 and 50\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n Ride 2 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nCome and he lp us check out the shorter routes for this year''s century.  The 25 mile ride is a gentle ride.  The 50 mile ride follows the century to Harvard an d then turns back.  Most club riders opt for the 100 mile ride\, so ride o rganizers don''t get much feed back on the 50.  So this is your chance to contribute to the century by telling us how you would rate the rides.  Kar en will lead the 25 and Steve\, the century''s new route director\, will le ad the 50.  Rain cancels.  UID:req-1213422146-1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080614T115334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080623T210001Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Takacs and Steve Davis":MAILTO:ktakacs@hpss.com; steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Karen Takacs and Steve Davis":MAILTO:ktakacs@hpss.com; steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Town Building\, Wayland MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dinning Club at Acapulcos X-TH-EID:475 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080725T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080725T183000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:In the mood for Mexican food ? If you want to join me on Friday July 25th at Acapulcos in Sudbury\, please let me know\, so I can reserve a table for us.The restaurant is located on 694 Boston Post Road (Rt 20) i n Sudbury\, MA. UID:req-1213497041-79@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080615T025910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080620T110128Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dwight Howe Orientation ride X-TH-EID:476 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080726T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080726T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 17 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\n17-mile Dwight Howe Orientation ride\, which is a flatter variati on of the Saturday conditioning ride & 11:20 10 mile ride to West Concord a nd back. UID:598b3e71ec378bd83e0a727608b5db01@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080616T010108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080616T010108Z 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 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Best of Narrow Gauge and Reformatory X-TH-EID:477 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080721T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080721T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 9 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------- -----\nMTB-nubby hybrid ride. UID:74071a673307ca7459bcf75fbd024e09@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080616T010335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080616T010335Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Next to the Bedford end of the Minuteman X-WR-ADDR-ST:School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Butterfly Backroads X-TH-EID:478 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080712T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080712T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Butterfly Backroads\nRide 1 = 22 Miles\; level = 3-Rollin g\n-------------------------\nPleasant ride through backroads of Westford & Dunstable.  \nRide goes past the Butterfly Museum\, which you may want to stop at.\nRain cancels.\n UID:cfee398643cbc3dc5eefc89334cacdc1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080620T110513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080620T110513Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Whats New in Composite Materials for Road Bikes? X-TH-EID:479 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080714T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080714T193000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Robert Kamen and ATA Cycle will talk about: \nWe''re all aware of the revolution in material that has swept through the road bike industr y. Essentially all of the bikes in major racing events are now made from c arbon reinforced composite materials instead of the traditional steel\, al uminum and titanium.  Most of these are available to consumers. I''ve been learning about different types of composite materials and how they are us ed to built bikes during the past couple of years\, including visits to so me interesting factories to see how it''s  actually done.  My talk will summarize much of what I''ve learned\, focusing on the more recent develop ments.  I''ll try to define some of the key terms thrown around by the ma rketing folks to help you understand what it all means in the riding exper ience.  To illustrate the different materials and construction methods\, I will bring along a number of ''goodies'' from ATA Cycle - a set of the l atest and greatest composite frames from around the world\, including the brand new Museeuw carbon-flax composite frames from Belgium. UID:req-1214001255-90@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080620T223459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080622T022021Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NARA Park X-TH-EID:482 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080806T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080806T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles \; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\n15 and 17 gentle miles fro m NARA Park\, Acton Directions: NARA Park is on Route 27 in Acton\, about 1/2 miles north of the intersection with Rt 2A\, on Ledge Rock Way. UID:req-1214359354-51@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080625T120257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080710T151629Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride with Betty X-TH-EID:483 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080820T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080820T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Meet Betty for a 12 mile ride from Acton into Concord and back. 12-15 miles - level 2Start Location: Colonoal Spirits Parking Lot (where th e Old Acton Cinema was) at the intersection of Route 2A and Pope Road. UID:req-1214359527-95@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080625T120302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080710T152210Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:bike for the woods (no NVP ride planed this day) X-TH-EID:484 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080824T083000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080824T083000 CATEGORIES:NON-RIDE DESCRIPTION:August 24\, 2008 at 8:30 AM Center School in Stow\, MA UID:eba0dc302bcd9a273f8bbb72be3a687b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080709T140216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080712T045513Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast X-TH-EID:487 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080826T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080826T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe orginal in my Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simpl e. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard? Th is version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case li ght or legs should fail.. Directions: The old train station is on Taylor St . in Littleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 495 of f Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylor Street. UID:a516a87cfcaef229b342c437fe2b95f7@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080710T213123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080715T214043Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@gmail.com LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton, Stow and environs X-TH-EID:486 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080827T060000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080827T060000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Stow and environs\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2- Gentle\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nMe ander around towns near Stow. Directions: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 11 7 in Stow a few miles W of its intersection with Rte 27 in Maynard. UID:req-1215703939-41@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080710T213020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080710T153219Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:No Members Meeting This Month X-TH-EID:488 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080811T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080811T120000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:We will resume with our speakers in September. We have an excel lent lineup for the fall!\n UID:req-1215831725-53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080712T045236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080712T045455Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:August is Bustin' Out X-TH-EID:489 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080805T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080805T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 22 Mile s\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThere are two rides - 16 an d 22 miles.Both rides proceed up to Arlington St\, then past the west end o f Nagog Pond\, out to Foster St. The short ride goes back from there via De pot & Burroughs Rds. The long ride goes up and down Hill Rd into Boxborough \, then nips through a corner of Harvard and back through Stow via Taylor a nd S. Acton Rds.Ride leader will lead 22 mile ride. Rain cancels.Direction s: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1215830313-32@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080712T045240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080713T173330Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:494 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080812T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080812T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\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 an d 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-1215973272-57@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080714T112015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080713T182112Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Ride With a View X-TH-EID:495 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080816T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080816T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n------------------ -------\nThis 50-mile ride takes us through Acton\, Stow\, Berlin\, and Har vard. Lots of excellent scenery\, no traffic to speak of\, and much shade a long the way. What more could you want in a ride? There may be a bonus hill or two for those who feel adventurous. Directions: The station is on Centr al St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1215973812-40@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080714T112019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080717T021249Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:492 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080827T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080827T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:55a7cf9c71f1c9c495413f934dd1a158@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080712T123639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080712T123639Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory X-TH-EID:493 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080817T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080817T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nThe early start means you can beat the heat and be back by noon\, even if you do the 50-mile route. All routes go thro ugh Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, Littleton\, and Acton. The 40-mile rou te adds Groton and Ayer\, while the 50-mile route adds those plus a climb u p to Harvard and back. The 40 and 50 offer an optional climb of about 2.5 m iles round-trip to the MIT Haystack Observatory where there is an impressiv e collection of radio telescopes and some nice views. Terrain is rolling wi th a couple of longer/steeper hills\, and there are a few stretches with so me traffic\, including busy Route 2A in Acton/Littleton. No official stops\ , but the 40 and 50 often stop in Groton (where there is a store) for a sna ck. For those doing the 50\, the store in Harvard has been nicely renovated and is open on Sundays. There is a store about 2/3 of the way through the 21-mile route.Directions: The parking lot is accessible from Rte 62 or Keye s Rd. in Concord Center. UID:2f55707d4193dc27118a0f19a1985716@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080712T142734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080714T001752Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@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:The Bares & the Bs X-TH-EID:496 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080809T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080809T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Bares & the Bs\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n Ride 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nIn honor of Judy and Dan Clawson (away on a cross-country adventure)\, I will offer two routes (40 miles\, 55 miles) that start at the South Acton Commuter Rai l Station. These rides wander through Harvard\, Bolton & Berlin with the lo nger route heading off up Sawyer Hill to catch a few hills near Boylston. T hey rejoin back in Berlin and take the indirect route back to Acton via Har vard. While the shorter route avoids the bigger climbs\, the longer route g ets to slow down to view the scenery on West Bare Hill and Old Littleton. E ither option provide an opportunity to do some climbing and then celebrate those efforts with nice downhill runs on mostly quiet\, tree lined roads. N ote that quiet tree line roads = very few opportunities to stop for food or water. Please be sure to bring plenty with you for the ride. I will scout our some possible food/water stops before the ride.Rain cancels. Directions : The station is on Central St. near Main St.(Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1215998726-37@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080714T112023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080804T205829Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Tour de Boxborough X-TH-EID:508 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080902T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080902T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Tour de Boxborough\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n -------------------------\n \n\nThis 21-mile ride is the Nice and Harder r ide backwards. Instead of going up Stow and down Old Littleton\, we go the other way around. This route  navigates through shady\, less traveled area s\, and is a nice after work ride. It would be a good idea to bring a blink ie because we are losing daylight.Rain cancels.\n UID:req-1217768531-78@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080804T205914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080824T234912Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Centrat Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride WIth A View X-TH-EID:509 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080913T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080913T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wilder Beast\nRide 1 = 50 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n- ------------------------\nThis 50-mile ride takes us through Acton\, Stow\, Berlin\, and Harvard. Lots of excellent scenery\, no traffic to speak of\, and much shade along the way. What more could you want in a ride? Rain can cels. Any questions call ride leader after 7 AM.\nDirections: The station i s on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:req-1217768707-30@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080804T205918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080912T154322Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jclawson@toth.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bagel Run Ride w/out the Bage;s X-TH-EID:533 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081018T140000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081018T163000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bagel Run w/out the Bagels\nRide 1 = 22 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\n-------------------------\n22 mile ride on rolling terrain in Wes tford and Groton with the whee hills at Lost Lake. UID:req-1221498851-13@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080916T003940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080915T171411Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rt 225 1.75 miles west of Restaurant 99 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford Mass X-WR-PHONE:978.692.4113 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton-Northborough Ride X-TH-EID:510 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080927T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080927T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton-Northborough Ride\nRide 1 = 62 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nThis 62-mile ride travels through Acton\, H arvard\, Berlin\, Bolton\, and Littleton. The ride covers mostly back roads and has some nice downhills. Includes stops in Northboro and Harvard. Most of this ride is based on the Berlin Country Tour used by CRW\, so there ma y be road markings (but it does deviate near the end!). Directions: South A cton Train Station is located near the intersection of Rte. 27 and Central Street in Acton. UID:req-1217768920-29@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080804T205923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080810T145434Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Round Westford X-TH-EID:497 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080813T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080813T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nCasual Wednes day Ride\, 15 to 19 miles around Westford \, visting the five districts\; F orgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westford\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage. Leader will be riding the 18 mile loop. Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:req-1216073603-3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080715T040503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080714T221323Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wachusett Reservoir Ride X-TH-EID:498 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080823T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080823T100000 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:05f971b5ec196b8c65b75d2ef8267331@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080715T112206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080715T112206Z 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:380 central street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast JR X-TH-EID:499 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080819T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080819T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast JR\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n---------- ---------------\nShortest in Howie''s Beast Series\, The purpose of the Bea st Series 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... Rain cancels. 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 t he exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylor Street. UID:req-1216122945-50@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080715T121948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080715T115545Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, ma X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOT Reservoir Again! with a beastly wigle X-TH-EID:507 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080831T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080831T100000 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\nRide 4 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nRide the rolling hills of Berlin\, Hudson\, Stow and Bolton. The long route prov ides an early-season challenge for those who have been building their milea ge\, while the shorter routes should be good welcome-backs if you''re justg etting back on the bike.  the logest your with have a little of the beast added in. Directions: The car pool lot is just W of I495 (Exit 26) on Rte 6 2. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot.\n UID:2d6cc4b2d139a53512fb8cbb3086ae2e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080717T021058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080717T021058Z 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:380 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton, Concord & Carlisle Ride X-TH-EID:505 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080802T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080802T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton\, Concord & Carlisle\nRide 1 = 27 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\n-------------------------\nBike 27 miles through the backroads of Acton\, Concord and Carlisle.  Optional snack stop at the Great Brook Pon d. Rain cancels.\n UID:req-1216223256-14@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080716T160250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080716T160519Z ORGANIZER;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net LOCATION:Shops at Nagog Mall\, Rte 2A Acton END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Destination Sherborn X-TH-EID:501 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080810T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080810T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 50 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThis ride passes through the towns of Framingham\, Wayland\, Wellesley\, South Natick\, Ashland and Southboro. The long ride adds a loop through Sherborn. A nice mix of rural farm country and quiet residential streets with a few hills thrown in for g ood measure. Rain cancels. Leader: Vic Dietz\; Co-leader Blanche Dietz\nDir ections: From Route 20\, take Edgell Road south to Water Street. Turn left and right into parking lot. UID:req-1216173301-61@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080716T015945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080716T020319Z ORGANIZER;CN="Vic Dietz":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com CONTACT;CN="Vic Dietz":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com LOCATION:Nobscot Shopping Center X-WR-ADDR-ST: Water St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Framingham \, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Groton to Hollis X-TH-EID:503 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080830T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080830T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Groton to Hollis\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n -------------------------\nBike the backroads of Groton\, Hollis\, and surr ounding towns.  Optional additional miles on the Nashua River rail Trail. Optional stop at the Doc Davis ice cream stand. Rain cancels\n UID:req-1216223826-44@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080716T155858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080716T155959Z ORGANIZER;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net LOCATION:Groton Dunstable Regional High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Route 119 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Groton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WCD Ramble X-TH-EID:506 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080816T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080816T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: WCD Ramble\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------ -------------------\nThis ride will start in Westford\, roll into Chelmsfor d\, Dunstable \, possibly into Groton and back home again. Will try to fin d the shadest roads possible!    UID:req-1216241920-88@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080716T225329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080716T205840Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:515 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080928T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080928T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 70 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 38 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). 38\, 55 and 70 miles. Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:req-1218752803-66@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080814T224406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080815T140735Z 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 X-WR-PHONE:781-640-3278 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ice Cream Run X-TH-EID:513 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080901T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080901T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 17 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 24 Miles \; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n--------------- ----------\nLeader: Michael Young\, (978) 897-5353 {(617) 320-5455 day of r ide}Description: 30+\, 24 & 17  mile rides with the majority of the terra in gently rolling and a couple of hills. Traffic is usually light\, the sce nery pleasant. The longer route goes through Maynard\, Concord\, Sudbury\, Stow & Acton. The shorter route passes through Maynard\, Concord and Sudbur y. After the ride\, treat yourself to ice cream!! The folks at Erickson''s were nice enough to let us start from their location. They want us to park off to the side away from the main parking area. Look for my car a brownis h/purplish Volvo (lic: TC42EM)\, please park to the right of my car. Rain c ancels. Directions: Erikson''s Dairy is located on Rte 117\, Maynard\, appr oximately 1.5 miles west of the intersection of Rtes 27 and 117. UID:req-1218395069-34@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080810T224756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080811T012854Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Young":MAILTO:young.mk@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Michael Young":MAILTO:young.mk@gmail.com LOCATION:Erikson's Dairy X-WR-ADDR-ST:12 Great Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Maynard\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rini's Soup ride X-TH-EID:514 SEQUENCE:10 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081012T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081012T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Rini''s Soup Ride\nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\ nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\n 30 mile ride through Stow\, Bolton\, Harvard and Boxboro\, rolling terrain with a few hills in Harvard\, and a 15 mile gentle option. Fall foliage should be gorgeous when the weather cooperates.  To continue the tradition... I wi ll be serving home made soups and breads at my house after the ride. Anyone that wants to contribute to the party (optional) may bring a salad or seas onal dessert. Rain cancels the ride\, but the party will be on at 3:00pm.D irestions: From Rt 117 / Rt 62 West\, Pass the light at Stow Center and tak e a Right on Packard Rd (after 0.2 ml)\, Left up Taylor Road\, Left on Adam s Str\, Right on Peabody Drive. UID:req-1218385620-3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080810T224800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080907T181005Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net X-WR-ADDR-ST:60 Peabody Drive X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow\, MA X-WR-PHONE:978-897-2269 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mt Vernon - Redux (in 3D) X-TH-EID:516 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080914T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080914T090000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Mt Vernon\nRide 1 = 60 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nRide Cancelled due to rain!!  Both rides take us up into NH on some very nice roads that we include in our century rides. The longer ride includes a climb up Mt. Ver non\, and another nice climb on the return (save some energy for this one!) . Your hard work is rewarded with some very pleasant descents.The shorter r ide avoids the climbing (and tragically the descents).This is a repeat of t he ride we did earlier with a new and improve cueue sheet for the long ride .Hope to see you there! UID:f3f27a324736617f20abbf2ffd806f6d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080814T232049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080914T113830Z ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com CONTACT;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com LOCATION:Florence Roche Elementary School X-WR-ADDR-ST:342 Main St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:groton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Strawberry Hill/ Cross Street/ Bingham Ride X-TH-EID:517 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080903T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080903T182000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 10 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 14 Miles \; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nBoth rides loop up Strawber ry Hill Road. You can cut the ride short at Spencer Brook Road or take Sout h Street directly to Lowell Road.  Leader is leisurely.\nDirections: The C rosby’s parking lot is off Sudbury Road near the train stop in Concord.  Bring blinkie and headlight.\n UID:38913e1d6a7b94cb0f55994f679f5956@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T130458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T130458Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Crosbys Commuter Rail parking lot X-WR-ADDR-ST:Sudbury Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:March Conditioning Ride /Dwight Howe Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:518 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080909T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080909T182000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 9 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 17 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n------------------- ------\n15-mile March Conditioning Ride or Flat 17-mile Dwight Howe Orienta tion Ride.  March Conditioning Ride is a Terrain 2 with two hills: Old Har vard and Pine Hill.  Orientation ride is mostly flat. 9-mile New Year’s Day ride also an option. \n UID:ebd9629fc3ae5e9f6611e2ee05a31cef@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T130658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T130834Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean 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:March Conditioning Ride / Dwight Howe Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:519 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080917T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080917T182000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 9 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 17 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n------------------- ------\n15-mile March Conditioning Ride or Flat 17-mile Dwight Howe Orienta tion Ride.  March Conditioning Ride is a Terrain 2 with two hills: Old Har vard and Pine Hill.  Orientation ride is mostly flat. 9-mile New Year’s Day ride also an option.\n UID:63538fe6ef330c13a05a3ed7e599d5f7@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T131059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T131059Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean 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:Reformatory up to Great meadows and back and then do the Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:520 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080923T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080923T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Reformatory and Bedford to Billerica Narrow Gauge Trails\ nRide 1 = 8 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 14 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n--- ----------------------\nEasy off-road ride\, hybrid or mountain bikes prefe rred. Lights necessa UID:cf67355a3333e6e143439161adc2d82e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T131735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T131735Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Minuteman Parking lot behind Bikeway Source X-WR-ADDR-ST:111 South Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, MA 01730 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory and Bedford to Billerica Narrow Gauge Trails X-TH-EID:521 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080930T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080930T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Reformatory and Bedford to Billerica Narrow Gauge Trails\ nRide 1 = 8 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 14 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n--- ----------------------\nRide from Bikeway Source and onto the Reformatory u p to Great meadows and back and then do the Narrow Gauge.  You need a hybr id with knobby tires or a mountain bike.  Please bring your blinkie and he adlights. UID:07563a3fe3bbe7e3ba84431ad9d055af@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T132008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T132008Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Minuteman Parking lot behind Bikeway Source. X-WR-ADDR-ST:111 South Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, MA 01730 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Post Century Dinner X-TH-EID:522 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080906T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080906T190000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Ok \, Most of us have just had a long day in the sadle\, now le t''s sadle up for sum food and beers. The shoe has over 100 beers (80 on ta p) food is more then the normal Bar food.RSVP so we have a head count\, by the 3rd via eMail to nvp-activities@comcast.net UID:53fde96fcc4b4ce72d7739202324cd49@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T134137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T134137Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-activities@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-activities@comcast.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.horseshoepub.com/ LOCATION:Horseshoe Pub X-WR-ADDR-ST:29 South Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Hudson\, MA X-WR-PHONE:(978) 568-1265 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NOT Reservoir Again! (recovery ride) X-TH-EID:523 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080907T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080907T100000 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-------------------------\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. 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 lot.\n UID:2bb232c0b13c774965ef8558f0fbd615@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080816T134238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080816T134310Z 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:380 Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carlile Backroads X-TH-EID:524 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080920T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080920T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\nThis ride starts at NARA in Acton\, then travels through a corn er of Chelmsford.  We''ll take some of the less travelled backroads thru Carlisle then finish thru Concord.  Rural sites- the Carlisle cranberry b ogs and Great Brook State Park.  Gently rolling\, no big hills. UID:ba2fd310dcaa8781a9a652a31baf3c68@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080817T124451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080818T015621Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hollis Criss-Cross X-TH-EID:531 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081019T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081019T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Hollis Criss-Cross\nRide 1 = 48 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n Ride 2 = 28 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nRevisit t he NVP Century and enjoy the fall as you tour Nashua\, Hollis\, Brookline ( NH) and Dunstable (MA). The 28-mile ride is on quiet\, rolling back roads w ith a couple of short hills. The long route loops through Brookline and inc ludes some longer hills. There is a lot of overlap with the Century route (frequently in the opposite direction) and the long route covers most of th e extra mileage used in the double metric. Rain cancels.Directions: Take R te 3 to Exit 1 in Nashua. At the bottom of the ramp\, turn L onto Spit Bro ok Rd. and go through two stoplights and two flashing lights. Roby Park is on the left just past the fire station. UID:req-1220734205-20@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080906T211616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080906T205005Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Roby Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Spit Brook Rd. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Nashua NH END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Century Volunteer Thank-You Party X-TH-EID:527 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20080831T150000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20080831T150000 CATEGORIES:NON-RIDE DESCRIPTION:Century Committee members please send on to the volunteers tha t you have enlisted. \n\nCentury Volunteer Thank-You Party\, Sunday Augus t 31\, 3:00 PM \n\nLiz and I are hosting a party for all the volunteers hel ping with the 2008 Century.   \nThis will be  Sunday of Labor Day weeke nd starting at 3:00 PM at our house\, 385 Simpson Road \, Marlborough\, MA .   \n\nWe''ll will provide charcoal grilling food (burgers\, dogs and ch icken)\, corn on the cob\, drinks ( soda\, beer\, wine\, setlzer) and wate rmelon. \nWe ask that you bring your appetites\, your significant others\, a side dish ( salads\, chips\, deserts) to round out the fare and your app etites.   \n\nWe don''t have a pool or lake for for swimming but good weat her will give us a back yard for Bocce and other noncontact activities. \ nBad weather will relegate us to ping pong in the basement and tall tale t elling in the house.   \n\nHope to see you there. \n\nSteve and Liz \n\nPl ease try to RSVP to  steve_p_davis@comcast.net by email or by calling the house at 508-305-2009 so that we can make sure that there is enough food. But come anyway even if you don''t get to RSVP. \n\nDirection to the hou se\; \nFrom the West \ntake Rt 495 to Rt 20  east - proceed east  approx imatly 2.7 miles \nTurn  Left (North) on Concord Road  ( Firefly''s Barb ecue is on hill side on north west corner of that intersection) - proceed approximately .2 mile \nTurn left on Stow Rd - proceed approximately 1.1 mile \nTurn Left on Simpson Rd  -       \n385 Simpson is 3rd house on left   \n\nFrom East \ntake Rt 20 - proceed approximately 1.7 miles past Home Depot \nTurn  Right (North) on Concord Road   ( Firefly''s Barbecu e is on hill side on north west corner of that intersection) - proceed app roximately .2 mile \nTurn left on Stow Rd -  proceed approximately 1.1 mi le \nTurn Left on Simpson Rd           \n385 Simpson is 3rd house on left   UID:13f320e7b5ead1024ac95c3b208610db@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080829T123010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080829T123010Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steave Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steave Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com X-WR-ADDR-ST:385 Simpson X-WR-ADDR-CI:Marlborough\, MA. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:567 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20090328T170000Z SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090228T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090228T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Saturday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\n This annual early-season ride is intended to help you shake off the winter cobwebs and start getting into proper biking shape for the spring and onwar ds. There are 15 and 25 mile routes\, with just enough hills to get your at tention.  Rain\, snow\, really bad roads\, or temps below 32 degrees cance l.\nDirections: The South Acton Train Station is on Central St. near its in tersection with Main St. (Rte 27) in South Acton. UID:req-1234204731-16@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090210T100145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090224T235907Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:clueless in da'saddle X-TH-EID:568 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090214T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090214T130000 CATEGORIES:CONDITIONING RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: clueless in da''saddle\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gen tle\n-------------------------\nAfter two months without my feet touching p edals I''m not sure how far or fast I can go. I plan to be at the park-in-r ide lot on Rt 62 & Rt 495 in Berlin ( with my fat tire mountain bike to tak e an easy spin of an hour or so. I won''t have cue sheets. I plan to flow w ith the roads  as my whim dictates and will go at whatever speed is comfor table for all who join. I will not drop anyone who does not want to be drop ped but all who have a need for speed are welcome to leave me in the dust. ( I hope to see a few hearty souls.) \n UID:req-1234458473-33@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090212T222740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090212T230943Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com 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:Conditioning Ride Route Check X-TH-EID:569 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090221T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090221T150000 CATEGORIES:CONDITIONING RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 15 Mile s\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nIf road conditions permit\ , I plan to ride the 25-mile Saturday conditioning route Saturday afternoon to see how much damage the winter has wrought.  Anyone who wishes to join me is welcome.  This is not an official ride (no sign-in) but I will have cue sheets for both the 15 and 25 mile routes.I will drive some of the bac k roads Saturday morning and decide whether or not to ride.  Please check the calendar entry after noon to see if the ride is on\, or call me before 12:30.I''ll be riding at a moderate pace and cautiously\, and may detour or shorten the route if the road is bad or it''s too cold.Start is at South A cton Train Station. \n UID:req-1235154389-53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090223T050532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090220T182629Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:South Acton Train Station END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dining Club at Monsoon in ACTON X-TH-EID:570 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090417T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090417T210000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Join us for Indian cuisine at Monsoon in Acton.  The sister to Monsoon in Maynard opened a couple of years ago on Great Road near the int ersection with Rte. 27\, next to Willow Bookstore.  It offers a variety of Indian dishes - mild to spicy - in a pleasant setting.  Please e-mail you r reservation early in the week so we can let the restaurant know how many are coming.Andy BodgeLiz Field \n UID:a86c450b76fb8c371afead6410d55534@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090302T141905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090302T141905Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:Monsoon X-WR-ADDR-ST:273 Great Rd. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton MA 01720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outer 50 X-TH-EID:529 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081005T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081005T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\nRide 1 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 5 2 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nOuter 50 is the outer and hillier half of a century route that was part of the Positive Spi n for ALS in Wayland MA (hence the name outer 50). Starting in Berlin\, it goes counter clockwise around the Wachusett Reservoir via Sterling\, Prince ton\, and Westminster. As there are only so many roads that are good for cy cling\, parts of the ride will be familiar if you have participated in Andy ''s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlights inc lude climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mile Hill Rd\, and the optional summit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards include a glorious descent on Rte 62 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the big climbs. Rain cancels. Call leader after 7am morning of the ride if wea ther 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-1220300807-87@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080902T110421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080901T202647Z ORGANIZER;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="jclawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@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:Onwards & Upwards X-TH-EID:530 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081026T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081026T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Onwards & Upwards\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nR ide 2 = 43 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-- -----------------------\nTour the hills of Harvard & Berlin (and a few othe r towns as well). Hit some of our favorites: Prospect Hill\, Oak Hill\, Vau ghn Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Long Hill\, and finish up with Nagog Hill. The shorter route avoids Vaughn and the "headwall" of West Bare. Rain cancels. Call leader after 7am morning of the ride if weather is questionable.\nDire ctions: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NWof its intersec tion with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away fromthe stores. UID:req-1220301081-64@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080902T110425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080901T203121Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Concord to Lexington (and back) X-TH-EID:532 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081011T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081011T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Concord to Lexington (and back)\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; leve l = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThis ride will be approximately 2 5 miles. Leaving from Concord\, we''ll head into Carlisle\, then to Bedford \, go over Page Hill to Lexington\, use a few miles of the Minuteman Bikewa y to get back to Bedford\, then return to Concord. Terrain is flat to rolli ng\, with one noteworthy hill. Expect typical Saturday morning traffic\, an d note that we''ll be on roads such as Routes 62\, 4\, and 225 for parts of the ride. No stores directly on the route\, but nearby in places. The 9:00 start will have you back to Concord well before noon. Rain cancels.\n UID:298f95e1bf9136124592c8d4825a06fc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080908T221221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081010T033039Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@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:ABC Ride X-TH-EID:534 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081101T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081101T110000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: ABC Ride\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 23 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 34 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 4 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nLong rides (34 and 40) travel mainly on back roads through Acton and Carlisle to Great Bro ok Farm\, then cut across a corner of Chelmsford into Westford\, then Littl eton\, Boxboro\, and back to S. Acton.  Longest ride adds a corner of Harv ard (not the hilly part). 23 mile ride turns off in Carlisle\, rejoins long route in Littleton and has one pretty good hill (Heald Rd.).  Shortest ri de is in Acton and Boxborough\, trying to avoid hills.  Significant precip itation cancels.  If in doubt\, call before 10 AM. UID:req-1221510702-21@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080916T003944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080916T004118Z ORGANIZER;CN="RoyW":MAILTO:rwesterb@bbn.com CONTACT;CN="RoyW":MAILTO:rwesterb@bbn.com URL;VALUE=URI:http://roy.westerberg@gmail.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Unofficial NVP Century Redux! X-TH-EID:535 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081004T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081004T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Century\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 5 0 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 75 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 4 = 100 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 5 = 125 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n----- --------------------\nThere were some hearty souls that were able to bear the hostile weather during this years century ride.For the rest of us\, we will be re-running the century ride (all distances are available) as an UN SUPPORTED ride. All the routes are arrowed and are available for you to rid e. The routes take us through some very nice townships (Groton\, Hollis\, D unstable\, Harvard\, etc...) and along some very nice roads. The rides do t end to get hillier as the distances increase.UNSUPPORTED: But we will not b e providing any support (food stops\, equipment help\, etc...) during the r ide. There are stores along the way where you can get food and fluids (stor es are in Harvard\, Hollis\, Dunstable). As always\, rain cancels. UID:33e8075e9970de0cfea955afd4644bb2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080916T200019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080916T200019Z ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com CONTACT;CN="Scott Chapman":MAILTO:cycling@scottechapman.com LOCATION:Town Building\, Wayland MA X-WR-ADDR-ST:41 Cochituate Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tea Room Ride X-TH-EID:546 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081123T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081123T110000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 29 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 39 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n29 or 39-mile ride goes o n rolling terrain in Westford\, Groton\, Dunstable\, and Pepperell and then through the whee hills of Lost Lake.  Bring lock and money if you plan to try the Scotch Pines scones or breakfast.  Dress warmly.  I will sweep s horter ride. Rain\, snow\, or temperatures below 28-degrees cancel ride.  Call before 10:15AM if you want a local native weather report. UID:req-1224090166-48@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081018T133414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081015T170246Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rt 225 1.75 miles west of Restaurant 99 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford Mass X-WR-PHONE:978.692.4113\, Cell\: 781.775.58 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NRRT Ride X-TH-EID:536 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081001T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081001T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 22 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n------------------- ------\nRide on the NRRT trail by headlight and head out to Tiny''s for fis h afterwards.  Flat with some incline.  Bring headlight and tail light.  Hybrid or mountain bike tires more appropriate for foliage debris. UID:req-1221602264-56@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080917T001802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080916T215744Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com CONTACT;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com LOCATION:Ayer NRRT parking lot off Park St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Ayer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Reformatory and the Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:537 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081008T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081008T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Reformatory/ Narrow Gauge\nRide 1 = 18 Miles\; level = 1- Flat\nRide 2 = 9 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\n18 or 9 -mile hybrid or mountain bike ride on the old railbed between Concord and B edford and also on the Narrow Gauge in Bedford.  Level 1 mountain bike rid e on farm roads and double track with an occasional tee or route. UID:req-1221602619-37@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080917T001806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080916T220339Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Municipal parking lot\, Keyes Road\, Conco X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory/ Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:538 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081022T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081022T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: REformatory/ Narrow Gauge\nRide 1 = 18 Miles\; level = 1- Flat\nRide 2 = 9 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nSee des cription from Oct. 8 ride. UID:req-1221602741-10@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080917T001809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080916T220541Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Municipal parking lot\, Keyes Road\, Conco X-WR-ADDR-ST:17 Keyes Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord \, MA X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NRRT Ride X-TH-EID:539 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081029T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081029T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: NRRT\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n--------------- ----------\n6:15PM start time.  Hybrid or mountain bike more appropriate w ith debris on NRRT.  Bring tail and headlight.  Finish night off at Tiny' 's. UID:req-1221602939-69@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080917T001812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080916T220859Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.Maxwell@hp.com CONTACT;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.Maxwell@hp.com LOCATION:Ayer NRRT parking lot off Park Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Ayer\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride the Minuteman to Arlington X-TH-EID:540 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081015T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081015T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride by headlight and tail light to the center of Arlington and back.  Be prepared for some debris on the paved trail. UID:req-1221603115-6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080917T001816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080919T030253Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Minuteman RT near Bedford trailhead not X-WR-ADDR-CI:South Street Bedford\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:541 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081006T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081006T193000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING DESCRIPTION:Location TBD\n UID:16c222aa19898e5058938167c8ab6c57@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080917T205938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080917T205955Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting: MAjor Taylor Presentation X-TH-EID:542 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081013T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081013T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Lynne Tolman of the Major Taylor Association will give a presen tation on "The Worcester Whirlwind." That was the newspapers'' nickname for 1899 world cycling champion Marshall W. "Major" Taylor (1878-1932). Major Taylor fought racial prejudice on and off his bike and became the first Afr ican-American international sports superstar. Lynne will discuss Major Tayl or''s life and times\, and efforts in the past decade to bring recognition to this nearly forgotten trailblazer. A Major Taylor monument was erected i n Worcester in May 2008\, and more information is at www.majortaylorassocia tion.org. UID:req-1221655281-85@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080918T022238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081006T215209Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:545 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081103T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081103T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:647bba344396e7c8170902bcf2e15551@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081007T013902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081007T013902Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory/ Narrow Gauge Ride X-TH-EID:547 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081105T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081105T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Mountain bike or hybrid ride on the best of the Reformatory to Rt. 60 and then back on the Narrow Gauge. Dress warmly.  Consider useing t oe-toasties!  Rain\, snow or ice on trail cancels.  Will ride as a Michel in woman as low as 25-degrees. UID:req-1224090515-66@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081018T133418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081018T134234Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:At the Bedford end of the Minuteman unde X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad and School Streets X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, MA X-WR-PHONE:978.692.4113\, cell\: 781.775.58 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Remember, remember the Fifth Of November; the gunpowder treason and plot X-TH-EID:544 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081102T123000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081102T123000 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\n  UID:req-1222635788-36@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20080928T215937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20080928T210308Z 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:Reformatory/ Narrow Gauge Ride X-TH-EID:548 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081119T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081119T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Ride the best of the Reformatory and Narrow Gauge\nRide 1 = 7 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 10 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n---------- ---------------\nMountain bike or hybrid ride on the best of the Reformator y to Rt. 60 and then back on the Narrow Gauge. Dress warmly.  Consider use ing toe-toasties!  Rain\, snow or ice on trail cancels.  Will ride as a M ichelin woman as low as 25-degrees. UID:req-1224090682-51@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081018T133421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081018T134147Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:At the Bedford end of the Minuteman unde X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad and School Streets X-WR-ADDR-CI: Bedford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Headlight Ride X-TH-EID:549 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081112T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081112T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n------------------- ------\n16-mile ride from Ayer to Pepperell and back.  Dress warmly.  I r ecommend toe-toasties.  Email Jeff if weather prediction is belwo 32-degre es. Rain\, snow\, or ice cancels the ride.  There will be some debris on t he paved trail.  The post ride activity is the fish fry at Tiney''s. UID:req-1224091259-25@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081018T133425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081029T165413Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com CONTACT;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:jeff.maxwell@hp.com LOCATION:Ayer NRRT parking lot off Park St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Ayer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Apple Fest Ride X-TH-EID:550 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081025T103000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081025T103000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 32 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 39 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\n32 or 39-mile Apple Fest Ride from Westford on rolling roads up the easier hills into Harvard.  Bri ng money if you plan to buy soem apple crisp.  If I happen to be slower th an you\, I will wait at the top of the hill. UID:req-1224092027-46@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081018T133429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081025T125530Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rt 225 1.75 miles west of Restaurant 99 X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reformatory/ Narrow Gauge Ride X-TH-EID:551 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081115T130000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081115T153000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nMountain or Hybrid Rails\, Trai ls\, and road ride on Reformatory\, Battle Road\, and/or Lexington Conserva tion Land. Sat or Sunday date tba UID:req-1224092243-32@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081018T133435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081018T134438Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Road Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA X-WR-PHONE:978.692.4113\, 781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Colonial Ramble X-TH-EID:552 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081108T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081108T110000 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. On the 21 and 33 routes\, you''ll enjoy scenic little climbs\, eac h offering not-so-challenging upgrades (okay one is Strawberry Hill\, but i t''s not that bad). No Strawberry Hill on the 10 mile route (West St. to Lo well back to West St.).   Leaders most likely riding 33 mile route and le ading from the back.  Precipitation cancels.  Below 32 degrees cancels.  Call before 9:30am day of ride if in doubt. Directions: NARA Park is on Le dge Rock Rd. off Rte 27 about one mile N of its intersection with Rte 2A. P ark in lower lot near pond\, back row. UID:req-1224863572-91@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081025T124926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081024T155252Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Takacs, John Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="Karen Takacs, John Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com LOCATION:NARA Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Ledgerock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Holiday Party X-TH-EID:553 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20081208T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20081208T190000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:"Lots of Great Food!" You are cordially invited to attend the a nnual NVP Holiday Party on Monday\, December  8th. Come and enjoy a spiri ted evening with your bike-riding friends. The evening''s festivities will begin as soon as you arrive at 7:00 p.m. The party will be at Saint Matthew s UnitedMethodist Church on Central Avenue in Acton (same location as our m onthly Club meetings). We ask that you bring a "pot-luck" dish to share: an appetizer\, soup or stew\, casserole\, salad\, or dessert. The Club will p rovide a fresh fruit platter as well as hot and cold beverages. Reminder: t his is a "no smoking\, no liquor\, no helmet" event.  Instead of our Yank ee Swap\, we will be collecting toys for the Toys For Tots collection.  You can bring an unwrapped child''s toy keeping in mind the following gui delines: no toys with candy\, used toys\, toys with chemicals\, military\, law enforcement toys and no weapon toys.  All are reminded to wear color ful holiday garb for the group photograph! If you can''t wait for the offic ial 7:00 p.m. start time\, come early to help join in the set up festivitie s.See what other''s are bringing at http://nvp-howie.home.comcast.net Happy Holidays\, Howie: UID:f387624df552cea2f369918c5e1e12bc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081124T145215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081124T145215Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-activities@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-activities@comcast.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://nvp-howie.home.comcast.net LOCATION:St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Board Meeting X-TH-EID:554 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090107T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090107T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:5e388103a391daabe3de1d76a6739ccd@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081221T193425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081221T193425Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Member Meeting X-TH-EID:555 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090112T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090112T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:"Club Forum" - NVP faces some challenges going into 2009. To he lp meet those challenges\, the board will be soliciting club members for th eir thoughts\, opinions\, and ideas concerning the club. As a start\, we''l l use our January meeting as an informal open forum to discuss the current state of the club\, the issues we face\, and things we can do to resolve th ose issues. We''re open to your comments on any aspect of the club and we h ope you''ll join us for an evening of constructive dialog.\n UID:15de21c670ae7c3f6f3f1f37029303c9@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081221T203736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20081221T203736Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Year's Day Ride (Ski) X-TH-EID:556 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090101T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090101T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 10 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\nOk roads will be too bad to ride on so \, break out you ski and head to Delaney Pond... Howie: ----------------------------------------- ----------------------Please join the club for our annual New years day rid e\, It''s a nice an easy 10 mile ride thou Stow and W. Acton\, this will be a group ride where every one will stay to gather\, The ride will welcome i n the 2009. Rain \, Snow\, Wind or cold (below 32) will pospon the ride to the next good day. If it looks like Snow may turn in to X-countery ski... i f in doubt check the NVP Calendar or call me 978-875-1244. UID:req-1230593660-55@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20081230T000432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090522T232724Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net LOCATION:Delaney Pond X-WR-ADDR-ST:Harvard Rd & Kirkland Dr X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dining Club at Lotus Blossum X-TH-EID:557 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090213T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090213T213000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:OK\, its Friday the 13th\, but no one is superstituous\, right. Who''s brave enough to Join Elaine and myself for dinner at Lotus Blossum\ , one of the usual dining club haunts. Other than the dish with the fava be ans and the Chianti (if you''re not sure what that means\, rent the Silence of the Lambs)\, the food will be pretty good and the big round tables mak e for good slicing\, eh\, I mean socializing. Sharpen your pencils and your axes and RSVP by Wed Feb 11th.   UID:req-1231477295-100@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090110T023929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090109T050135Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.lotuscuisine.com LOCATION:Lotus Blossom Chinese Restaurant X-WR-ADDR-ST:394 Boston Post Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Sudbury\, MA X-WR-PHONE:(978) 443-0200 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:558 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090204T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090204T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:1bb91f73e9d31ea2830a5e73ce3ed328@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090121T034759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090121T034759Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Banquet X-TH-EID:559 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090321T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090321T213000 UID:3a0772443a0739141292a5429b952fe6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090122T020649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090122T020649Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory X-TH-EID:560 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090510T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090510T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nAll routes go through Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, Littleton\, and Acton. The 40-mile route adds Groton and Ayer\, while the 50-mile route adds those plus a climb up to Harvard and back. Th e 40 and 50 offer an optional climb of about 2.5 miles round-trip to the MI T Haystack Observatory where there is an impressive collection of radio tel escopes and some nice views. Terrain is rolling with a couple of longer/ste eper hills\, and there are a few stretches with some traffic\, including bu sy Route 2A in Acton/Littleton. No official stops\, but the 40 and 50 usual ly stop in Groton (where there is a store) for a snack. There is a store ab out 2/3 of the way through the 21-mile route.Directions: The parking lot is accessible from Rte 62 or Keyes Rd. in Concord Center. UID:a9a6653e48976138166de32772b1bf40@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090122T023812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090122T023812Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@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:Long Way to Harvard Ride X-TH-EID:561 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090726T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090726T090000 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\, and Powerbal l tickets). No official lunch stop on the short route\, but there are place s to eat at the 24 mile point. Both routes have one or more ~20 mile stretc hes without stores\, so plan accordingly.\nTerrain is rolling with a few la rger hills\, including some roller-coaster hills in Groton\, a long gradual "flat" climb to Hollis\, and a couple of good hills in Harvard. I measured 2400'' of vertical gain for the 65 mile ride\, which is not so hilly for a ride of this length. No leader on the second half of the short route\, as he will be continuing on the long route. Steady rain cancels\, call leader by 9:00 AM if weather looks questionable.Directions: The station is on Cent ral St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:58ae749f25eded36f486bc85feb3f0ab@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090122T024154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090122T024154Z 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:Tuscany Bike Tour with VBT 2008 X-TH-EID:562 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090209T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090209T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Long time NVP members Vic and Blanche Dietz will give a present ation on their trip to Tuscany with VBT back in September 2008. Beautiful r iding and great food! Before the actual start of the trip they spent three days in Florence and at the end they had a quick stay in Rome before retur ning home. They will show those pictures as well. Too bad they couldn''t br ing back some of the food! UID:req-1232640124-96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090122T160349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090122T160955Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:563 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20090330T170000Z SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090301T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090301T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Sunday morning conditioning ride with25 and 15 mile options. Th e short ride goes through Sudbury and Concord and is a level 2 ride. The lo ng ride adds a loop through Lincoln and a few hills. Level 3. Rain snow and temps below 35 degrees cancels. Leader: Vic Dietz\nPeter Noyes School\, Su dbury Center (Rte 27 and Concord Road) Parking lot behind the churches.\n UID:req-1232924518-26@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090127T060556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090511T113119Z ORGANIZER;CN="bikervic":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com CONTACT;CN="bikervic":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com LOCATION:Peter Noyes School END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Conditioning Ride Plus and then some... X-TH-EID:580 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090411T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090411T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Saturday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 45 Miles\; level = 4 -Hilly\nRide 2 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 25 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 4 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\ nThe Saturday conditioning rides continue with an added loop into Harvard a vailable for the longer ride. The Harvard loop adds eight to ten miles to t he 25-mile route and avoids the steepest Harvard hills. The 15 and 25 route s are the same as in March. Rain\, snow\, and temps below 35 degrees cancel . Call leader after 7am day of the ride if the weather is questionable. Th ere will be options for those of us who might want to do closer to 50 miles . We''ll add loops and hills in the Harvard area based on the whims and sta mina of the group. These could include Prospect Hill\, Vaugh Hill\, and may be even West Bare Hill. \nDirections: The South Acton Train Station is on C entral St. near its intersection with Main St. (Rte 27) in South Acton. UID:069d3bb002acd8d7dd095917f9efe4cb@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090322T194048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090322T194048Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:565 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090304T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090304T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:cbcb58ac2e496207586df2854b17995f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090205T032627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090205T032648Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Conditioning Ride Plus X-TH-EID:571 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090404T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090404T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 25 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------- -----------\nThe Saturday conditioning rides continue with an added loop in to Harvard available for the longer ride.  The Harvard loop adds eight to ten miles to the 25-mile route and avoids the steepest Harvard hills.  The 15 and 25 mile routes are the same as in March.  Rain\, snow\, temps belo w 35 degrees\, or really bad roads cancel.\n UID:c9892a989183de32e976c6f04e700201@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090313T175148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090313T175148Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scribner Hill the Hard Way X-TH-EID:572 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090428T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090428T194500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Scribner Hill the Hard Way\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nI f you have ridden the long Century routes\, you may recall the painful uphi ll out of the Dunstable water stop\, and the thrilling downhill into Westfo rd that follows. The long ride this evening (an easy 4) goes up that thril ling downhill\, and explores other less-visited roads in the Westford-Dunst able area. The shorter loop avoids the steeper hills.  6:00 PM start to t ry to get home before dark.\nDirections: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a co uple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:e6b4b2a746ed40e1af829d1fa82daa10@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090313T175501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090313T175501Z 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 \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Conditioning Ride Plus X-TH-EID:573 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20090412T173000Z SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090405T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090405T123000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Sunday Conditioning Ride Plus\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 36 Miles\; leve l = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThis is the traditional Sunday Co nditioning Ride with an added loop up Strawberry Hill Road and back through Concord Center via Lowell Road. The two longer versions have a few nice hi lls to test the legs. Nothing too steep. The start is in the parking lot be hind the church just east of Concord Road on Route 27. \n UID:e5f6ad6ce374177eef023bf5d0c018b6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090314T130204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090328T001534Z ORGANIZER;CN="bikervic":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com CONTACT;CN="bikervic":MAILTO:drdietz@rcn.com LOCATION:Peter Noyes School X-WR-ADDR-ST:Junction of Route 27 and Condord Rd. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Sudbury\, MA X-WR-PHONE:508-877-0035 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:April Members Meeting - Across America North X-TH-EID:574 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090413T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090413T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION: Across America North Judy and Dan Clawson   Last summer\ , Dan and I completed the ride we''d been threatening to do for years. Insp ired by Howie''s trek\, we packed our bikes\, flew to Oregon and rode home or at least to Portsmouth NH. Along the way we met many characters\, challe nged ourselves physically and mentally\, and ate more buffet meals than we care to count. Come join us at the April meeting as we attempt to portray\, mostly in pictures\, just how much fun we had.    UID:f0e52b27a7a5d6a1a87373dffa53dbe5@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090316T123824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090411T005744Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net LOCATION:St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:599 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20090827T233000Z SEQUENCE:9 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090507T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090507T183000 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: if in doubt\, give me a call. 508- 255-9379\nDirections: Gates School is at the end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:3435c378bb76d4357324dd7e69f3cd18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090414T021958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090723T224912Z ORGANIZER;CN="Richard Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com CONTACT;CN="Richard Utt":MAILTO:richard@utts.com LOCATION:Gates School X-WR-ADDR-ST:75 Spruce St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:673 SEQUENCE:9 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090702T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090702T183000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED 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.\nDirections: Gates School is at th e end of Spruce St. (off of Rte 111 and Arlington St.) in W. Acton. UID:3435c378bb76d4357324dd7e69f3cd18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org RECURRENCE-ID;TZID=US/Eastern:20090702T183000 DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090414T021958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090703T011211Z 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:Thursday Night Fitness Ride X-TH-EID:681 SEQUENCE:9 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090716T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090716T183000 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:3435c378bb76d4357324dd7e69f3cd18@thyme-www.nvpbike.org RECURRENCE-ID;TZID=US/Eastern:20090716T183000 DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090414T021958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090713T182534Z 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:Lost Lakes Region Reversed X-TH-EID:585 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090719T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090719T100000 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\, Westford and towards Dunstable and Groton (lunch places)\, an d Ayers back to Stow. This is my "Country Ride" with the loop through the L akes Region Reversed. The 25 mile ride turns around at the old Littleton tr ain depot\, back through Boxboro to Stow and an optional lunch at the Stow Airport cafe. Directions: Stow Shopping Center is on Rte 117 in Stow a few miles W of its intersection with Rte 27 in Maynard.Rescheduled due to rain on June 14th  UID:a9a1d5317a33ae8cef33961c34144f84@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090407T231006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090615T012621Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Soup Ride (ride cancelled , come for soup) X-TH-EID:586 SEQUENCE:8 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091018T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091018T120000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 15 Mile s\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nEnjoy this 30 miles rollin g ride (with 15 mile easy option) through Stow\, Bolton\, Harvard and Boxb oro at the height off the foliage season. As is''t likely to be cool\, you will appreciate the hot homemade soup and breads served at the leaders hous e after the ride. Seasonal dessert contributions will as always be apprecia ted but not required. Rain cancels the ride but not the soup party at 4:00p m.Directions: From Stow Shopping center Rt. 117 / Rt 62 follow the signs to the airport. Right on Crescent Str. Right on West Acton Rd. Left on Boxbo ro Rd. at the fork continue Left on Taylor Rd. Left on Adams Drive\, Right on Peabody Drive. UID:605ff764c617d3cd28dbbdd72be8f9a2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090407T232020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20091018T173808Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net LOCATION:Leaders house X-WR-ADDR-ST:60 Peabody Drive X-WR-ADDR-CI:Stow\, MA 01775 X-WR-PHONE:978-897-2269 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sudbury to Great Brook Farm (Carlisle) Loop Ride X-TH-EID:575 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090419T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090419T100000 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 roads through Concord and Carlisle. The halfway point is at Great Brook Farm (ice cream if you want! ) and we pass Walden Pond on the way back to Sudbury. The route includes so me rolling terrain but no major hills. A shorter loop cutting out Carlisle will be offered too\, plus a longer option going through Weston Center befo re heading home. \nDirections: Peter Noyes School is immediately S of the i ntersection of Rte. 27 and Concord Rd. in the center of Sudbury.Parking lot is right behind the Sudbury Town Hall and the Grange. UID:ffeabd223de0d4eacb9a3e6e53e5448d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090316T124226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090414T165055Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net 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:NOT Reservoir Again! X-TH-EID:576 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090426T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090426T100000 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-------------------------\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. 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 lot.\n UID:a7aeed74714116f3b292a982238f83d2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090316T231540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090525T183618Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@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:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:577 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090506T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090506T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:fde9264cf376fffe2ee4ddf4a988880d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090317T025115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090317T025115Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:578 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090418T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090418T100000 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\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. Durin g the ride\, the ride leader makes sure the group stays together.Seasoned N VP members are welcome to show up and help out or just ride. If it''s a nic e day you''re welcome to join me for some extra miles when the orientation ride is finished.\nDirections: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:a8849b052492b5106526b2331e526138@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090317T031159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090318T022536Z 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:Marlborough Stow Ramble X-TH-EID:579 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090425T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090425T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Marlborough Stow Ramble\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 2-Ge ntle\nRide 2 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 40 Miles\; level = 4- Hilly\n-------------------------\nThree different routes of approximately 2 0\, 30 and 40 miles\, each one with incrementally more and steeper hills. D irections: Take RT 85 south from Hudson or north from RT 20 in Marlborough. Look for Marlborough HS sign on east side of RT 85 and turn into school pr operty . Proceed to first parking lot on right before school building adjac ent to running track. UID:258be18e31c8188555c2ff05b4d542c3@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090317T224818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090317T224818Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Marlborough High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:431 Bolton St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Marlborough\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:613 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090517T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090517T103000 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:f29c21d4897f78948b91f03172341b7b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090428T213542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090428T213542Z 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:Mushetaquid Earth Day ride X-TH-EID:584 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090502T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090502T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Earth Day Ride\nRide 1 = 27 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRi de 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nMusketaquid : "the place where water flows through grasses" is believed to be the first Native American name for the town of Concord. They are celebrating Earth D ay with a River Ceremony and Parade starting at 10:00 am at the Lowell Stre et Bridge. If we start on time we will be there at 9.5 miles into our bike ride. You can spend time in town\, follow the parade\, or visit the Arts a nd Environmental Festival.The 27 mile ride brings you through Carlile and b ack to Acton. The 40 mile ride goes from Concord to Lexington (bike path  optional)\, Bedford\, Carlile and back to Acton.Directions: Nagog Park is o ff 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:f5deaeeae1538fb6c45901d524ee2f98@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090407T222406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090419T012425Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@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:Saturday Conditioning Ride X-TH-EID:582 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090418T110000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090418T110000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Saturday Conditioning Ride\nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\n Will start after the Orientation Ride so come at 10 and help out with that. This annual early-season ride is intended to help you shake off the winter cobwebs and start getting into proper biking shape for the spring and onwar ds. There are 15 and 25 mile routes\, with just enough hills to get your at tention. Directions: The South Acton Train Station is on Central St. near i ts intersection with Main St. (Rte 27) in South Acton. UID:46922a0880a8f11f8f69cbb52b1396be@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090328T001913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090525T183551Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:587 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090509T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090509T133000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 70 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n Ride 2 = 56 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 38 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\ n-------------------------\nEat your heart out Hitchcock! No\, we don''t ma ke it to Mt. Rushmore\, but there is climbing and we do make it to New Hamp shire (briefly). 70\, 56\, or 38 miles. The shortest route will be lead b y Michele Berry. Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolt on at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:766ebcd59621e305170616ba3d3dac32@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090409T133145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090508T025532Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan & Michele Berry":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan & Michele Berry":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:Round Westford X-TH-EID:588 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090513T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090513T193500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nCasual Wednes day Ride\, 15 to 19 miles around Westford \, visting the five districts\; F orgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westford\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage. Direct ions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:daca41214b39c5dc66674d09081940f0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090411T181435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090411T181435Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:589 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090503T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090503T103000 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:30bb3825e8f631cc6075c0f87bb4978c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090411T182729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090411T182729Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@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:Onwards & Upwards X-TH-EID:590 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090503T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090503T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Onwards & Upwards\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nR ide 2 = 43 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-- -----------------------\nTour the hills of Harvard & Berlin (and a few othe r towns as well). Hit some of our favorites: Prospect Hill\, Oak Hill\, Vau ghn Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Long Hill\, and finish up with Nagog Hill. The shorter route avoids Vaughn and the "headwall" of West Bare. Rain cancels. Call ride leader after 7am day of the ride if weather is questionable.\nDir ections: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NWof its interse ction with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away from the stores. UID:08b255a5d42b89b0585260b6f2360bdd@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090412T195136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090412T195136Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Bares and the Bs X-TH-EID:591 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090516T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090516T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: The Bares and the Bs\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly \nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe two routes start at the South Acton Commuter Rail Station and wander through H arvard\, Bolton & Berlin with the longer route heading off up Sawyer Hill t o catch a few hills near Boylston. They rejoin back in Berlin and take the indirect route back to Acton via Harvard. While the shorter route avoids th e bigger climbs\, the longer route gets to slow down to view the scenery on West Bare Hill and Old Littleton. Either option provide an opportunity to do some climbing and then celebrate those efforts with nice downhill runs o n mostly quiet\, tree lined roads. Rain cancels. Call ride leader after 7am day of the ride if weather conditions are questionable.\n **NOTE** Quiet\ , tree lined roads = very limited facilities. Please bring food and drink t o last most of the ride. \nDirections: The station is on Central St. near M ain St.(Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:3493894fa4ea036cfc6433c3e2ee63b0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090412T195323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090509T212715Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bustin' Out - 22 Mile Route Canceled Due to Weather X-TH-EID:593 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090505T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090505T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bustin'' Out\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\n**22 MILE ROUTE HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER. IT''S COLD\, WET\, AND RAINY.**\n\nThere are two rides - 16 and 22 miles.\n\nBoth rides proceed up to Arlington St\ , then past the west end of Nagog Pond\, out to Foster St. The short ride g oes back from there via Depot & Burroughs Rds.\n\nThe long ride goes up and down Hill Rd into Boxborough\, then nips through a corner of Harvard and b ack through Stow via Taylor and S. Acton Rds.\n\nRide leader will lead 22 m ile ride. Jean will co-leader a shorter ride\, starting at 6:30PM from th e same spot.\n\nRain cancels. Directions: The station is on Central St. nea r Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:acc3e0404646c57502b480dc052c4fe1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090413T002520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090505T214010Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:594 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090512T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090512T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\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 an d Easy\, Nice and Hard\, Nice Up Stow Road to Harvard. Possibly the added o ption of going up Hill Road on Nice and Hard. Jean will co-leader a shorte r ride\, starting at 6:30PM from the same spot.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:076a0c97d09cf1a0ec3e19c7f2529f2b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090413T002623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090421T002002Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Tour de Boxborough X-TH-EID:595 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090519T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090519T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Tour de Boxborough\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n -------------------------\nThis 21-mile ride is the Nice and Harder ride ba ckwards. Instead of going up Stow and down Old Littleton\, we go the other way around. This route navigates through shady\, less traveled areas\, and is a nice after work ride.  Jean will co-leader a shorter ride\, starting at 6:30PM from the same spot.\nRain cancels. UID:04ecb1fa28506ccb6f72b12c0245ddbc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090413T003120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090421T002112Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:596 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090526T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090526T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; leve l = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\n15-mile\, 19-mile\, 22-mile rides N ice and Easy\, Nice and Hard\, Nice Up Stow Road to Harvard. Possibly the a dded option of going up Hill Road on Nice and Hard. Jean will co-leader a  shorter ride\, starting at 6:30PM from the same spot.Directions: The stati on is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:b2eeb7362ef83deff5c7813a67e14f0a@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090413T003222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090522T213343Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Wilder Beast X-TH-EID:597 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090530T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090530T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wilder Beast\nRide 1 = 50 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n- ------------------------\nIf you like Howie''s Beast ride\, you''ll love th e Wilder Beast. It''s a rollercoaster of a ride\, with many of the usual su spects (Oak Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Vaughn Hill\, and others) sprinkled thr oughout. The Beast is usually run on Tuesdays\, so those who only make it o n the weekends can experience a really fun ride with lots of ups and downs. Expect to do more than 50 miles of this insanity.Directions: South Acton T rain Station at the corner of Rte. 27 and Central Street. UID:08c5433a60135c32e34f46a71175850c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090413T003631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090415T232535Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Acton-Northborough Ride X-TH-EID:598 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090523T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090523T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Acton-Northborough Ride\nRide 1 = 62 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nThis 62-mile ride travels through Acton\, H arvard\, Berlin\, Bolton\, and Littleton. The ride covers mostly back roads and has some nice downhills. Includes stops in Northboro and Harvard. \nDi rections: South Acton Train Station is located near the intersection of Rte . 27 and Central Street in Acton. UID:6aca97005c68f1206823815f66102863@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090413T003955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090413T004353Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Colonial Ramble Sh/Lg X-TH-EID:600 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090531T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090531T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Colonial Ramble\nRide 1 = 13 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRi de 2 = 33 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nScheduling conflicts have us starting at Nagog Park this time.  And to avoid left han d turns\, we''re only offering the 13 mile and 33 mile routes.  We all lea ve together and turn right out of Nagog.  The short route pretty much foll ows Ellen''s Wednesday ride.  The longer route connects to the traditional ride on the quiet back roads of Carlisle\, Concord\, and Acton. No need to race though this relaxing 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).  UID:d490d7b4576290fa60eb31b5fc917ad1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090414T025743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090506T201424Z ORGANIZER;CN="John Takacs and Karen Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="John Takacs and Karen Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy/ Nice and Harder X-TH-EID:602 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090414T182000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090414T182000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 19 Miles \; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nFrom: Jean O''Donnell Subje ct: [nvp] April 14 Tuesday Night Ride is on [nvp] April 14 Tuesday Night Ri de is onHi\,I am the leader of the April 14 Tuesday night ride out of the S outh Acton RR Station Parking Lot and it''s on. It''ll start more at 6:20 s ince the train arrives at 6:10. I did not put it on for 6PM.There''s the Ni ce and Easy and and harder ride up Stow Rd into HarvardJean+++++++++++++++= 15-mile Spring Conditioning Ride\, 18-mile ride up to Carlson’s Orchard 1 6-mile ride on flat to rolling terrain in Acton\, Stow\, Boxboro. Long ride (Terrain 4) goes up the hilly Stow Road to Harvard.   UID:c3992e9a68c5ae12bd18488bc579b30d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090414T142450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090414T142450Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:5 Boro Bike Tour X-TH-EID:603 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090524T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090524T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: 5 Boro Bike Tour\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nR ide 2 = 32 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n -------------------------\nYou do not need to go to the Big Apple to ride t he five Boro''s\, All rides start in Hudson and pass through Stow to get to Marlborough. The short loop returns to the start traveling east to west th rough Hudson via the bike path. The medium distance route travels through M arlborough\, Southborough\, Westborough and Northborough. The the long rout e adds a loop up through Berlin and Harvard to reach Boxborough returning t o Hudson through Stow.\n\nRain cancels\, - check this entry the morning of the ride or call leader after 7:30 AM to check status.We start at the parki ng lot where  Rt 495 intersects with Rt 62 near the border of Hudson/Berli n.\n UID:d86ea612dec96096c5e0fcc8dd42ab6d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090415T113138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090518T172647Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@us.ibm.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, B X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wachusett Reservoir Ride X-TH-EID:640 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090606T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090606T100000 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:4ffce04d92a4d6cb21c1494cdfcd6dc1@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090519T004159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090603T020700Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@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:Wachusett Reservoir Ride via Harvard X-TH-EID:605 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090517T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090517T090000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED 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:c361bc7b2c033a83d663b8d9fb4be56e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090416T000046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090525T183652Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@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:Avoid the Traffic X-TH-EID:606 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090520T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090520T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Avoid the Traffic\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\ n-------------------------\n UID:44c4c17332cace2124a1a836d9fc4b6f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090416T214621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090416T214621Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Road Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fred's Strawberry Hill-West-Bing Ride X-TH-EID:607 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090527T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090527T203000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\n14-mile ride up Strawberry Hill and over to Binghamton Road and back mostly on back roads.  Leader will sweep.  Gather near the Infomatio n Center in Keyes Road Parking lot. UID:dc82d632c9fcecb0778afbc7924494a6@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090416T215038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090416T215038Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Keyes Road Parking lot X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting At ATA X-TH-EID:608 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090511T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090511T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:NVP Members Meeting at ATA Cycle Host:  Husam SahinLocation: 9 3 Thoreau Street\, Concord\nwww.atabike.com\nWe are invited to visit ATA Cy cle in Concord for our May members meeting.  Our visit will be hosted by H usam Sahin\, owner of ATA.  During the past two years ATA has developed it s FitLab technology\, which  is the most advanced cycle fitting system ava ilable in our region and perhaps in the country.  Husam will explain how h e uses the FitLab for both competitive and recreational riders to enable th em to ride longer\, faster\, smoother\, more often\, with more pleasure and less pain.  He will also review the road bikes available at the shop\, ra nging from very affordable complete bikes to the ultimate in pro built perf ormance machines. A goal will be to explain that the fit is the most import ant part of buying a new bike for any budget.\n UID:996a7fa078cc36c46d02f9af3bef918b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090417T121510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090417T121510Z ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Kamen":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="Robert Kamen":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net LOCATION:ATA Cycle in Concord X-WR-ADDR-ST:93 Thoreau Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dining club at Thai Chilli - Maynard X-TH-EID:609 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090515T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090515T190000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Please join me at my favorite local Thai restaurant. Thai Chill i\, located at 40 Main street in Maynard\, serves up a delicious array of authentic Thai cuisine in a casual friendly admosphere. Please e-mail me early in the week so I can let the restaurant know how many are coming.  Rini\n UID:d7a728a67d909e714c0774e22cb806f2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090419T010439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090419T011739Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini Kester":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In Memory of Jane Poole X-TH-EID:610 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090506T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090506T191500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: In Memory of Jane Poole\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 2-Ge ntle\n-------------------------\nTo start off the Wednesday night rides thi s season I thought it fitting to do a ride "In Memory of Jane Poole" using her ride and hand drawn map.  Meet at Nagog Shopping Park\, Route 2A/119\, west of Route 27 in Acton.   Please gather and be ready to ride at 6:15 pm to avoid any darkness.Ride is 11.6 miles\, gentle ride except watch out for the wear and tear of the roads of the past winter. If there is any inte rest\, there are two local pizza places\, one of which serves beer UID:00ac8ed3b4327bdd4ebbebcb2ba10a00@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090420T200803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090420T201124Z ORGANIZER;CN="Ellen":MAILTO:ellencrompton1@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Ellen":MAILTO:ellencrompton1@gmail.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wed Night Ride/Nara Park X-TH-EID:611 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090617T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090617T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\n15 mile ride over the backroads of Carlisle.  Start at Nara park on Rt 27\, North Acton UID:8ebda540cbcc4d7336496819a46a1b68@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090421T114819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20100206T203417Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wed Night Ride X-TH-EID:612 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090722T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090722T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\nStart: Colonial Spirits (old Acton Cinema) parking lot on Great Rd (2A/119) East Acton\, just West of the Rt 2 rotary.  The 11 mile loop t ravels through Concord.  The 14 mile loop adds the climb up Heald Rd. in C arlisle. UID:f76a89f0cb91bc419542ce9fa43902dc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090421T115543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20100206T202641Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:614 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090530T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090530T103000 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:851ddf5058cf22df63d3344ad89919cf@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090428T213634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090428T213634Z 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:Round Westford X-TH-EID:615 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090610T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090610T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nCasual Wednes day Ride\, 15 to 19 miles around Westford \, visting the five districts\; F orgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westford\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage. Be rea dy to ride at 6:30!Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of mi les W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:58d4d1e7b1e97b258c9ed0b37e02d087@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090508T231048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090509T181936Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Round Acton X-TH-EID:616 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090603T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090603T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Acton\nRide 1 = 12 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n----- --------------------\n12 mile ride from Nagog Park up Nagog Hill\, thru Ind ian Village\, to Foster Street in Littleton and back.\n\nBe ready to ride a t 6:30 pm from Shops at Nagog Park\, Route 2A/119\, west of Route 27 in Act on. UID:7750ca3559e5b8e1f44210283368fc16@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090509T153553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090509T153956Z ORGANIZER;CN="ellen crompton":MAILTO:ellencrompton1@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="ellen crompton":MAILTO:ellencrompton1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outer 50 X-TH-EID:617 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090621T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090621T090000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\nRide 1 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 5 2 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nThis is a rather hilly ride. Consider it an opportunity to slow down and see the scenery. O uter 50 is the outer and hillier half of a century route that was part of t he Positive Spin for ALS in Wayland MA (hence the name outer 50). Starting in Berlin\, it goes counter clockwise around the Wachusett Reservoir via St erling\, Princeton\, and Westminster. As there are only so many roads that are good for cycling &ndash\; parts of the ride will be familiar if you hav e participated in Andy&rsquo\;s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb t o the Clouds. Highlights include climbs out of Sterling\, up Justice Hill\, Lucas\, Mile Hill Rd\, and the optional summit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards in clude a glorious descent on Rte 62 out of Princeton and a chili dog truck! The shorter route avoids the big climbs. Rain cancels. Call ride leader aft er 7am day of ride if weather conditions are questionable. \n 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 lot. UID:5d44ee6f2c3f71b73125876103c8f6c4@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090509T212214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090621T115820Z ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Clawson":MAILTO:dclawson@alpsweb.com CONTACT;CN="Dan Clawson":MAILTO:dclawson@alpsweb.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WCD Ramble (Westford, Chelmsford, Dunstable) X-TH-EID:621 SEQUENCE:7 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090613T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090613T140000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: WCD Ramble (Westford\, Chelmsford\, Dunstable)\nRide 1 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 29 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------ -------------------\nCasual ramble thru Westford\, Dunstable\, Groton and C helmsford. Rolling hills\, though not very many.  Ice cream stop (snacks) at Sully''s in Chelmsford for both rides!Gloria Broderick will lead the 29 mile and I will be leading the 40ish (give or take a couple miles) mile ri de.   Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 (Concord Road) a couple o f miles W of intersection with Rte 110 in Westford.\nThe entrance to the sc hool is on the north side of\nConcord Road (MA-225) about 100'' west of Rob inson Road and is completely unmarked\n UID:85fc37b18c57097425b52fc7afbb6969@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090512T215203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090522T115928Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School\, Westford MA X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Board Meeting X-TH-EID:626 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090604T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090604T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:45645a27c4f1adc8a7a835976064a86d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090514T023330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090514T023330Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashua River Rail Trail X-TH-EID:622 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090624T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090624T203000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nashua River Rail Trail\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Fl at\nRide 2 = 22 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:3871bd64012152bfb53fdf04b401193f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090513T013238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090624T204604Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="Karen Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com 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:Strawberry Festival Ride X-TH-EID:623 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090620T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090620T120000 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. The 29-mile route over moderately rolling terrain goes through Westford\, Groton\, Dunstable and Tyngsborough on mostly back roads. Final climb is u p to Westford Center. Shorter option available. Afterwards\, stay for the Arts and Crafts Festival (plus strawberry shortcake) on Westford Common. Bring a bike lock and some money if you plan to stay for the Festival.Direc tions: Abbot Elementary School From I-495\, take exit 32 (Boston Road\, Wes tford)\, go west on Boston Road (under 495) to Westford Center. Turn right on Lincoln Street along edge of common. Bear right to join Main Street (a t fire station). Bear left on Depot St-- 25 Depot Street\, Westford.\n UID:a733fa9b25f33689e2adbe72199f0e62@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090513T130955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090513T130955Z ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com CONTACT;CN="Gordon and Betsy":MAILTO:tryfan@taylor-kennedy.com LOCATION:Abbot Elementary School X-WR-ADDR-ST:25 Depot Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Island Pond Rides X-TH-EID:624 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090614T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090614T143000 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-------------------------\n24 mile include Island Pond and Pond Street hil ls. The 39 mile includes hills in Hollis  If you are coming to the picnic and swim\, bring a small amount of food to share\, a towel\, swimsuit\, and lawn chair.  Leader will sweep 24-mile ride.  Beach is Forge Pond Direct ions: Rt. 225 in Westford\, a little over a mile west of Restaurant 99. UID:48ab2f9b45957ab574cf005eb8a76760@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090513T215507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090513T215507Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Best of Reformatory and Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:625 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090622T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090622T203000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Mountain bike.hybrid ride through Bedford on Narrow Gauge Rail Trail and then doubling back and riding the Reformatory to Rt. 62.  Leader will sweep.  Park at Minuteman Trail Head. UID:233509073ed3432027d48b1a83f5fbd2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090513T220109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090623T001848Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Ride X-TH-EID:627 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090623T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090623T180000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Summer Solstice\nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n--- ----------------------\nThis is Rich Salter''s Summer Solstice ride of 29 m iles through Littleton and Harvard. Notably\, you get to go DOWN Vaughn Hil l--Yahooo!Because Rich will be away and might not make it\, this year we''l l be starting at Old Littleton Train station on Taylor St near the Taylor/ Sanderson intersection (not to be confused with the MBTA Little Stop on Fos ter!) UID:185c29dc24325934ee377cfda20e414c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090514T123725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090623T223254Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan/Steve Davis":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan/Steve Davis":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=1 2+Taylor,+Littleton,+MA&sll=42.537635,-71.512209&sspn=0.006182,0.009366&ie= UTF8&ll=42.537358,-71.512113&spn=0.006182,0.009366&z=17 LOCATION:Old Littleton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Taylor X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast X-TH-EID:628 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090602T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090602T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe orginal in Howie''s Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simple. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harva rd? This version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in c ase light or legs should fail.. Directions: The old train station is on Tay lor 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. P ark on Taylor Street. UID:42e77b63637ab381e8be5f8318cc28a2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090514T124217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090514T124217Z 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:Wayland South X-TH-EID:629 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090628T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090628T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wayland South\nRide 1 = 27 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRid e 2 = 39 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 48 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n -------------------------\nThis is one of my favorite Fred Pearson rides\, featuring routes of 27\, 39\, and 48 miles. All routes pass through Wayland \, Weston\, Wellesley\, and South Natick. The longer routes also take in th e Dover/Sherborn area\, as well as Farm Pond.  I''m rating all the routes as "rolling" since there are no extended or overly steep climbs that I can recall. There are a couple of stores along the way\, including a nice coffe e and sandwich shop by the dam in South Natick. We''ll be on some quiet roa ds in areas we don''t ride in often\, but there are some busy stretches alo ng the way. Gloria Broderick will be the leader for the 27 mile route and I ''ll lead (from the back) the longer routes. Those who want more than 48 mi les for the day are strongly encouraged to ride to and from the starting po int. Directions: Wayland High School is on Rt 126\, 2 miles south of the i ntersection of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Center. UID:051e4e127b92f5d98d3c79b195f2b291@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090515T033954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090519T022545Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:630 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090627T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090627T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 70 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 56 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 39 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). 70\, 56\, or 39 miles. Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:9cc138f8dc04cbf16240daa92d8d50e2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090515T162835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090515T162932Z 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:BUTTERFLY BACKROADS X-TH-EID:632 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090621T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090621T100000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: BUTTERFLY BACKROADS\nRide 1 = 22 Miles\; level = 3-Rollin g\n-------------------------\n\nThis is a nice route through mostly backroa ds of Westford & Dunstable.The route goes past the Butterfly Museum.\nRain cancels.  If in doubt about the weather\, please email the ride leader bef ore 8:30 AM on the morning of the ride.  \n UID:abd815286ba1007abfbb8415b83ae2cf@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090515T184142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090628T225512Z ORGANIZER;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net LOCATION:Robinson School\, Westford MA X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:633 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090609T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090609T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; level = 4 -Hilly\n-------------------------\n15-mile\, 19-mile\, 22-mile rides Nice a nd 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 o n Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:26dd0dbc6e3f4c8043749885523d6a25@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090516T225229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090522T164937Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:634 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090616T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090616T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 19 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; level = 4 -Hilly\n-------------------------\n15-mile\, 19-mile\, 22-mile rides Nice a nd 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 o n Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:6766aa2750c19aad2fa1b32f36ed4aee@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090516T225303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090615T183710Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:656 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090714T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090714T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\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 an d 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:26408ffa703a72e8ac0117e74ad46f33@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090610T113656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090610T113656Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:lost Lake Classic from Foster Stree X-TH-EID:639 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090630T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090630T204500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 24 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\nSteve Davis will lead the faster riders.  I will sweep the slow er riders.  Check w/ Steve to fidn out if he wants to leave earlier.  Hil ls - Shaker Hill Rd\, hill near Nashoba Hospital\, and the whee hills of Lo st Lake. UID:0f96613235062963ccde717b18f97592@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090518T220138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090518T220138Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:MBTA train Parking Lot at Foster Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride With a View X-TH-EID:641 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090613T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090613T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n------------------ -------\nThis 50-mile ride takes us through Acton\, Stow\, Berlin\, and Har vard. Lots of excellent scenery\, no traffic to speak of\, and much shade a long the way. What more could you want in a ride? There may be a bonus hill or two for those who feel adventurous. UID:67e103b0761e60683e83c559be18d40c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090519T131837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090519T131837Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@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:Golf Course Tour X-TH-EID:642 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090607T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090607T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 44 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 28 Miles\ ; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThis ride pass several scen ic golf courses as is winds it''s way thou Northboro\, Boltol\, Harvard. Th e Harvard section gets hilly but we all know that. Please where you plaid r ide jerseys\, so we fit in on the 18th hole. rain cancellers\, call ride le ader if questionable weather.   UID:291597a100aadd814d197af4f4bab3a7@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090520T192413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090524T032625Z ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Foulkrod":MAILTO:Paul.Foulkrod@cecintl.com CONTACT;CN="Paul Foulkrod":MAILTO:Paul.Foulkrod@cecintl.com LOCATION:Emerson/Florence Sawyer School X-WR-ADDR-ST:100 Mechanic St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bolton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting -Open Forum and Ice Cream Social Evening X-TH-EID:643 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090608T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090608T193000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Open Forum and Ice Cream Social EveningJune’s Members Meeting will be a informal gathering of NVPers (and guests) to talk about how the club is doing this season. Following up on the comments made at the January meeting\,  your board decided on several measures to improve the club. Fe edback on the changes in rides\, web site and email lists implemented so fa r will be very welcome. We would also like to begin the discussion of our l eadership for 2010\, including the upcoming procedure for the nomination of future officers.  In addition to these topics\, some of you might like to share plans for non-club bike events like tours\,  centuries and charity rides that you havemade  for the summer.As an extra incentive to encourage members to attend this meeting\, we''ll be serving ice cream and soft drin ks during a social hour to end the event.    UID:9b698eb3105bd82528f23d0c92dedfc0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090521T000354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110115T203649Z ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:robert.kamen@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Bob Kamen":MAILTO:robert.kamen@gmail.com LOCATION: St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting - Annual Club Forum X-TH-EID:958 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20110207T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20110207T213000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:Annual Club ForumNVP will be holding its Annual Club Forum at t he Harvest Cafe in Hudson.  The forum will provide all members the opportu nity to comment on NVP''s performance during the past season and to provide suggestions on how we can better serve our members in the upcoming riding season.\nOnce a year the board solicites club members for their thoughts\, opinions\, and ideas concerning the club. We will hold an informal open f orum to discuss the current state of the club\, the issues we face\, and th ings we can do to resolve those issues.  In the past this forum has served to provide a number of very useful ideas.   Many of of these ideas were implemented to further enahance the benifits of the club.    We have dec ided to make this an annual club event and will be using the February memb er''s meeting for this purpose.  The Forum will be held at the Harvest Caf e in Hudson.  Drinks and and light snacks will be available.  Doors will open at 7 PM for the meeting which will start at 7:30.  This will give me mbers the chance to socialize before the meeting.  Members are also invite d to stay after the close of the discussions to chat and make plans for 201 0 riding.Harvest Cafe is located at 40 Washington Street\, Route 85\, Acros s from Ace Hardware. \n UID:d240e3d38a8882ecad8633c8f9c78c9b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20110119T011727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20110130T232518Z ORGANIZER;CN="BILL MCCARTHY":MAILTO:SR636@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="BILL MCCARTHY":MAILTO:SR636@verizon.net LOCATION:Harvest Cafe X-WR-ADDR-ST:40 Washington St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Hudson\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dining Club - Gardner Ale House X-TH-EID:644 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090612T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090612T213000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Please join us at one of our favorite local restaurants.  The Gardner Ale House Brewery and Restaurant\, located at 74 Parker St. in Gar dner\, offers a pub menu\, pizza and dinner menu and typically has 4-6 hous e-brewed beers available.   On weekends\, there’s usually a special bre w offering.   They also have guest micro-brews.  You can check out the m enu at www.gardnerale.com and many\, many pictures of this restaurant in a ction.  \nDirections:  Take Route 2 to exit 22.  Take first exit off rot ary (1/4 of rotary)\, and head north on Rt. 68.  Go under the railroad bri dge\, bear right\, get in the left lane and turn left around the Hannaford supermarket.  Bear right halfway around the Hannaford to go downtown.    Continue straight until reaching the center of town (blinking STOP sign).  There\, turn left.  After next traffic light\, Gardner Ale House is about 100 feet on the left.  Free parking directly across the street or on same side further down on left.  Please e-mail me early in the week\, like T uesday\, so I can let the restaurant know how many are coming.  Karen and John Takacs ktakacs@hpss.com  978-874-1383.\n UID:8c7bbbba95c1025975e548cee86dfadc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090527T202846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090527T203001Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Takacs":MAILTO:ktakacs@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="Karen Takacs":MAILTO:ktakacs@hpss.com LOCATION:Gardner Ale House X-WR-ADDR-ST:74 Parker St. X-WR-ADDR-CI:Gardner MA 01440 X-WR-PHONE:(978) 669-0122 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Anti-Beast X-TH-EID:645 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090909T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090909T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 18 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n------------------ -------\nThis will be the Beast Backwords\, The orginal Beast was run on 6/ 6/06 so i think it''s only approbiate to do it the other way... UID:5e9f92a01c986bafcabbafd145520b13@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090531T234835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090827T115340Z ORGANIZER;CN="Howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net LOCATION:Old Littleton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Taylor X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pepperell-Groton-Nashua Rail Road Ride X-TH-EID:647 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090718T103000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090718T133000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n------------------- ------\nSaturday\, July 18 10:30AM Terrain 1 at the Nashua River Rail Tra il parking at the intersection of Main Street and Groton Street at the ston e benches.  Approximately 25-mile ride that loops around Pepperell and dow n to Groton on the roads\, down the rail trail to Ayer and back.  Afterwar ds we''ll grab some ice cream at Doc Davis''s.  Bring money for ice cream and a snack.  Confirm ride start time with leader close to Saturday.  Rai n Cancels\,  Leader: Jean O''Donnell\, 978.692-4113 wienerin1900@yahoo.com .\n\n UID:303ed4c69846ab36c2904d3ba8573050@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090601T215512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090610T023926Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:NRRT parking at intersection of Main Street & Groton Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Pepperell\, MA X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:651 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090614T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090614T103000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:55743cc0393b1cb4b8b37d09ae48d097@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090602T233618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090614T132112Z 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:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:652 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090705T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090705T103000 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 shorttalk on bike prepara tion\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. During the ride\, the ride leader makessure the group stays together. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:30ef30b64204a3088a26bc2e6ecf7602@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090602T233739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090602T233739Z 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:Wed Night Acton/Chelmsford X-TH-EID:654 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090819T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090819T200000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\nStart: NARA Park\, Rt. 27 North Acton13+ mile ride on quiet most ly backroads of Acton and Chelmsford with brief visits to Wesftford and Car lisle.Few rollers no big hills. UID:ab233b682ec355648e7891e66c54191b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090608T132423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20100206T203127Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carlisle Back Roads Ride X-TH-EID:655 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090712T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090712T113000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n----------------- --------\nStart- NARA Park\, Rt 27\, North Acton25 mile ride over the sceni c back roads of Carlisle.  Few rolling climbs.  Come out for a relaxing r ide over some roads we rarely ride.  UID:3d2d8ccb37df977cb6d9da15b76c3f3a@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090608T133131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090712T121245Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com LOCATION:NARA ParK X-WR-ADDR-ST:Ledge Rock Way X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bustin' Out X-TH-EID:657 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090728T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090728T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bustin'' Out\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 22 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\n \n\nThere are two rides - 16 and 22 miles.\n\nBoth rides proceed up to Arlington St\, th en past the west end of Nagog Pond\, out to Foster St. The short ride goes back from there via Depot & Burroughs Rds.\n\nThe long ride goes up and dow n Hill Rd into Boxborough\, then nips through a corner of Harvard and back through Stow via Taylor and S. Acton Rds.\n\nRide leader will lead 22 mile ride. \n\nRain cancels.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:b4288d9c0ec0a1841b3b3728321e7088@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090610T113729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090610T113729Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Centrat Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bares and the Bs: NOTE 8 AM START X-TH-EID:658 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090718T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090718T080000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bares and the Bs\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRi de 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe two rou tes start at the South Acton Commuter Rail Station and wander through Harva rd\, Bolton & Berlin with the longer route heading off up Sawyer Hill to ca tch a few hills near Boylston. They rejoin back in Berlin and take the indi rect route back to Acton via Harvard. While the shorter route avoids the bi gger climbs\, the longer route gets to slow down to view the scenery on Wes t Bare Hill and Old Littleton. Either option provide an opportunity to do s ome climbing and then celebrate those efforts with nice downhill runs on mo stly quiet\, tree lined roads.\n\n **NOTE** Quiet\, tree lined roads = v ery limited facilities. Please bring food and drink to last most of the rid e. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St.(Rte 27) in S. Ac ton. UID:2f37d10131f2a483a8dd005b3d14b0d9@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090610T114258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090721T004238Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jane Poole's Carlisle Wander X-TH-EID:659 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090729T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090729T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Jane Poole''s Carlisle Wander\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\n-------------------------\nJane Poole''s Carlisle Wander\; Visi t Westford\, Chelmsford and Acton and remember one of the NVP''s most loved members.\nDirections: 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 fr om the stores. UID:0ff8033cf9437c213ee13937b1c4c455@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090612T011856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090612T012548Z 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:Nara Park X-TH-EID:660 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090708T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090708T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Choose from 14.4 or 21 mile route thru Acton\, Carlisle and Con cord. Unwind after work on gently rolling country roads.\nRain cancels.\nD irections: From Route 2A/119 take Route 27 towards Chelsmsford\; Nara Park is approximately one mile on your left\; park in lower parking lot. UID:68264bdb65b97eeae6788aa3348e553c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090613T021558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090613T022107Z ORGANIZER;CN="ellen crompton":MAILTO:ellencrompton1@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="ellen crompton":MAILTO:ellencrompton1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:661 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090709T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090709T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:3a066bda8c96b9478bb0512f0a43028c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090613T135154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090613T135154Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Doc Davis Ride. X-TH-EID:662 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090703T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090703T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Doc Davis Ride.\nRide 1 = 38 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nR ide 2 = 52 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 o n quiet back roads\, enjoying nice open country.Directions: Nagog Park is o ff 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:be3159ad04564bfb90db9e32851ebf9c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090613T235623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090629T000739Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@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:Scribner Hill the Hard Way X-TH-EID:663 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090721T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090721T194500 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Scribner Hill the Hard Way\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3 -Rolling\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nC anceled due to weather. \nIf you have ridden the long Century routes\, you may recall the painful uphill out of the Dunstable water stop\, and the thr illing downhill into Westford that follows. The long ride this evening (an easy 4) goes up that thrilling downhill\, and explores other less-visited r oads in the Westford-Dunstable area. The shorter loop avoids the steeper hi lls.Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its in tersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:8757150decbd89b0f5442ca3db4d0e0e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090613T235827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090723T224815Z 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 \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilder Beast Plus: NOTE 8 AM START X-TH-EID:664 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=Wilder Beast Plus map:http://www.nvpbike.org/thyme/download_ attachment.php?aid=8&f=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mapmyride.com%2Fride%2Funited-s tates%2Fma%2F-acton%2F135124498727630379 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090725T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090725T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wilder Beast\nRide 1 = 54 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n- ------------------------\nYet another addition to our Beast lineup! \nIf yo u like Howie''s Beast ride\, you''ll like the Wilder Beast. If you like the Wilder Beast\, you''ll love the Wilder Beast Plus. Some riders informed me that we actually missed a few hills on the last ride. Not any more! I have added Foster Street and a Pinnacle/Old Schoolhouse Road loop\, as well as return via Flagg Hill.\nThe rest is a rollercoaster of a ride\, with many o f the usual suspects (Oak Hill\, Prospect Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Vaughn Hi ll) sprinkled throughout. The Beast is usually run on Tuesdays\, so those w ho only make it on the weekends can experience a really fun ride with lots of ups and downs.  \nDirections: South Acton Train Station at the corner o f Rte. 27 and Central Street. UID:2291d2ec3b3048d1a6f86c2c4591b7e0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090614T135146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090614T135903Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lost Lakes Region Reversed X-TH-EID:665 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090614T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090614T100000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED UID:84117275be999ff55a987b9381e01f96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090614T160236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090614T160236Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rini":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Rini":MAILTO:rinikester@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:(Cancled - Rain) Lost Lake Dirt Road Rides X-TH-EID:666 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090707T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090707T201500 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED 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\nRide 4 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\ nThe roller coaster like undulations through Lost Lake are a favorite of ma ny riders.   This route starts at Robinson School in Westford\, goes north of RT 40 between Westford and Groton\, loops back south through  Lost Lak e and returns to Robinson School on Rt 225. There will be an early group\, led by Steve\, leaving at 6:15 which will have an optional longer loop nort h of Rt 40 that will take the total to slightly more than 20 miles. Jean O' 'Donnell will lead a second group at 6:30. \nThis ride has a short section of dirt that can be ridden on a road bike with skinny tires.Directions: Rt. 225 in Westford\, a little over a mile west of Restaurant 99. UID:fae0b27c451c728867a567e8c1bb4e53@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090615T115442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090707T174540Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@comcast.net LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CRUISING CONCORD X-TH-EID:667 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090725T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090725T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\n This is a scenic 21 mile ride through Concord\, Westford & Act on. Rain cancels.  If in doubt about the weather\, please email the ride l eader before 8:30 AM on the morning of the ride.   \n UID:b5dc4e5d9b495d0196f61d45b26ef33e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090615T211717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090615T212336Z ORGANIZER;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="tom christiano":MAILTO:tchristiano@comcast.net 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:Members Meeting X-TH-EID:668 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090713T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090713T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:MassBike (www.massbike.org) is the largest cycling advocacy gro up in the state. Please join us for an evening that will give current MassB ike members an update on MassBike activities & legislative efforts and info rm non-members about how the efforts of MassBike benefit cyclists of all ki nds. Many of us have heard about the Bicycle Safety Bill signed by Governor Patrick earlier this year that gives cyclists additional rights and respon sibilities. MassBike played a central role in getting this legislation pass ed and this is your chance to hear about the details of it and how this leg islation benefits us. Phil Posner (NVP member and MassBike board member) wi ll join us for this presentation\, along with John Siemiatkoski and/or Davi d Watson from MassBike.\n UID:192fc044e74dffea144f9ac5dc9f3395@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090616T030609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090616T030737Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fred's Straw-Cross-Bing Ride X-TH-EID:669 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090701T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090701T204500 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\nMeet near the information building at the Keyes Road Municipal P arking lot.  Ride loops through Concord and Carlisle.  You can shorten it at bit at South Street.  The hill is Strawberry Hill Road.  I will sweep .  I am looking for a co-leader. UID:5c04925674920eb58467fb52ce4ef728@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090616T171131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090701T213240Z 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 X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NVP Fall Century Classic X-TH-EID:670 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:http://www.nvpbike.org/thyme/download_attach ment.php?aid=9&f=NVP+Century+Flyer+2009.pdf SEQUENCE:10 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090912T070000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090912T170000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 25 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 50 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 3 = 75 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 4 = 100 Miles\; l evel = 1-Flat\nRide 5 = 125 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n----------------------- --\nThe Nashoba Valley Pedalers Bicycle Club annually sponsors a fall centu ry the first weekend after labor day.Ride scenic 25\, 50\, 75\, 100\, or 12 5 mile routes! Refreshments are offered in Wayland\, Harvard\, and Dunstabl e with an additional water stop in Hollis. All rides start and finish at th e Wayland Town Building\, Routes 126/27\, immediately south of Route 20\, W ayland MA.Other features include: * Sag/emergency support * Cued and arrowe d routes NVP Century 25  Link: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states /ma/wayland/252125157455596503 \n\nNVP Century 50  Link: http://www.mapmyr ide.com/ride/united-states/ma/-wayland/272125157520327451 \n\nNVP Century 7 5   Link: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/-wayland/6721251 57631162447 \n\nNVP Century 100  Link: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/unite d-states/ma/-wayland/470125157708517504\n\nNVP Century 125   Link: http:/ /www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/-wayland/778125157794297783  \n* Pre-ride mechanical support Volunteer opportunities: Each year\, the club r elies on members to donate their time to help with the route arrowing and f ood station staffing. We need to mark out about 175 miles for the 25\, 50\, 75\, and 100-mile routes\, and provide support during the day at the Wayla nd\, Harvard\, and Dunstable support stations. This is a big effort\, but i t really is fun as well. Staffing the tables is a great way to meet and int eract with people from areas and clubs well outside the NVP "territory"\; m arking the route gives you a particularly detailed view of your section of the route\, as well as giving expression to your inner graffiti artist. To pre-register\, click on flyer below or click on the century section of thi s website. Century flyers are also in your monthly NVP newsletter.  Pregis tration is $10 for NVP members\, $12 for nonmembers.  On-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.\n UID:17c276c8e723eb46aef576537e9d56d0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090620T043140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20100206T203849Z ORGANIZER;CN="NVP Century Committee":MAILTO:century@nvpbike.org CONTACT;CN="NVP Century Committee":MAILTO:century@nvpbike.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wachusett Reservoir Ride X-TH-EID:671 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090711T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090711T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wachusett Reservoir Ride\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 35 Miles\; level = 4- Hilly\nRide 4 = 45 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n-------------------------\ nAll the loops go to scenic Wachusett Reservoir. The 16 mile route simply r eturns\; the 26 circles it\; the 35 mile incorporates Wataquadock Rd.\; and the 45 mile ventures into Harvard. Both long loops have good climbs\, and allspend some miles on numbered routes. Directions: The car pool lot is jus t W of I-495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R the n immediate L into the lot. UID:5dd9db5e033da9c6fb5ba83c7a7ebea9@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090620T120305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090710T003459Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:hiwindz@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:Orientation Ride X-TH-EID:675 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090816T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090816T090000 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\, riding safety\, and group riding etiquette precedes the ride. Durin g 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:8fecb20817b3847419bb3de39a609afe@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090706T031605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090706T031605Z 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:Lost Lake Dirt Road Rides X-TH-EID:676 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090804T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090804T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Lost Lake Dirt Road Rides\nRide 1 = 17 Miles\; level = 3- Rolling\nRide 2 = 20 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 23 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nthis ride has a short (.5 mile) sectio n of dirt that can be ridden on a road bike with skinny tiresShort route sk ips the roller coaster loop through Lost LakeLongest route climbs the MIT o bservatory  \nDirections: Rt. 225 in Westford\, a little over a mile west of Restaurant 99. UID:dc6a70712a252123c40d2adba6a11d84@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090707T175642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090804T162743Z ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Steve Davis":MAILTO:steve_p_davis@comcast.net LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board Meeting X-TH-EID:677 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090803T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090803T210000 CATEGORIES:BOARD MEETING UID:71a3cb155f8dc89bf3d0365288219936@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090711T060719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090711T060719Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Date Blocked out for non-NVP "Stow BIke for the Woods" Event X-TH-EID:679 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090823T120000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090823T120000 UID:ca9c267dad0305d1a6308d2a0cf1c39c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090713T122704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090713T122704Z ORGANIZER;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-howie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="howie":MAILTO:nvp-howie@comcast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Century Training Ride X-TH-EID:680 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090830T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090830T130000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Century Training Ride\nRide 1 = 58 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\nRide 2 = 39 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 26 Miles\; level = 3- Rolling\n-------------------------\n Get ready for the NVP Century with a c hallenging 58-mile ride to Mt. Wachusett State Park and an optional climb o f Mt. Wachusett.  Two additional routes will be offered: A 39-mile shorte ned 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.  There is water at the State Park on the long route\, but cyclist-friendly food and drinks are otherwise scarce.  Steady rain cancels\; call leader before 8:00 AM if in doubt. UID:fccb3cdc9acc14a6e70a12f74560c026@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090713T151806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090816T165509Z ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Andy Bodge":MAILTO:ahbodge26@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:Nashua River Rail Trail X-TH-EID:682 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090812T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090812T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nashua River Rail Trail\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Fl at\nRide 2 = 24 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nMeet at: Beginning of the Nashua River Rail Trail in Ayer parking lot.Follow the Na shua River Rail Trail to its end\, beyond Rte 111 in Nashua\, for the longe st ride.  Or\, turn around in Pepperell to shorten the route.  Keep in mi nd it can get pretty dark by 8:30\, so you might want to bring lights.  Al so\, bug spray is probably a good idea.Directions: Take Rte. 2 east or west to exit 38B\, then follow Route 111 north to Ayer Rotary. Go halfway aroun d rotary toRte. 2A. On Rte. 2A turn right after Ayer Center\, take first ri ght on Groton Street to trail parking lot on the right. Address is 5 Groton Street\, UID:08d98638c6fcd194a4b1e6992063e944@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090715T064138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090715T064451Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen and John Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="Karen and John Takacs":MAILTO:rideinfo@hpss.com 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:Round Westford X-TH-EID:683 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090805T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090805T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Round Westford\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRid e 2 = 18 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 18 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n- ------------------------\nCasual Wednesday Ride\, 15 to 19 miles around Wes tford \, visting the five districts\; Forgevillage\, Graniteville\, Westfor d\, Nabnasset and Parkervillage. Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 a couple of miles W of its intersection with Rte 110 in Westford. UID:24681928425f5a9133504de568f5f6df@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090718T150822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090718T150822Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord Road\, Westford Mass END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sudbury to Great Brook Farm (Carlisle) Loop Ride X-TH-EID:686 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090829T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090829T090000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Sudbury to Great Brook Farm (Carlisle) Loop Ride\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 60 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThis is a long er version of the NVP Sunday conditioning ride\, extended northwards to inc lude beautiful roads through Concord and Carlisle. The halfway point is at Great Brook Farm (ice cream if you want!) and we pass Walden Pond on the wa y back to Sudbury. The route includes some rolling terrain but no major hil ls. A shorter loop cutting out Carlisle will be offered too.A fairly mellow route to warm up the legs on the day before Sunday''s Century Training Rid e. For those wanting a bit more mileage\, an option of about 60 miles will be offered as well.  RAIN CANCELS RIDE \n Directions: Peter Noyes School is immediately S of the intersection of Rte. 27 and Concord Rd. in the cent er of Sudbury.Parking lot is right behind the Sudbury Town Hall and the Gra nge. UID:109a0ca3bc27f3e96597370d5c8cf03d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090718T172250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090829T145657Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net 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:WCD Ramble (Westford, Chelmsford, Dunstable) X-TH-EID:685 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090808T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090808T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: WCD Ramble (Westford\, Chelmsford\, Dunstable)\nRide 1 = 44 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 29 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n------ -------------------\nCasual ramble thru Westford\, Dunstable\, Groton and C helmsford. Rolling hills\, though not very many. \nLong and short ride will meet up in Dunstable at the Gazebo. Gloria Broderick will be leading the 2 9 mile. Directions: Robinson School is on Rte 225 (Concord Road) a couple o f miles W of intersection with Rte 110 in Westford.\nThe entrance to the sc hool is on the north side of\nConcord Road (MA-225) about 100'' west of Rob inson Road and is completely unmarked\n UID:3328bdf9a4b9504b9398284244fe97c2@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090718T161817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090718T161817Z ORGANIZER;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Michele":MAILTO:hcamper37@yahoo.com LOCATION:Robinson School\, Westford MA X-WR-ADDR-ST:33 Robinson Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bustin' Out X-TH-EID:687 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090818T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090818T181500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bustin'' Out \nThere are two ride lengths - 16 and  22 miles.\n\nThe 22-mile ride goes up and down Hill Rd into Boxborough\, then nips through a corner of Harvard and back through Stow via Taylor and S. Ac ton Rds. Ride leader will lead this ride.\nThe 16-mile option avoids Hill R oad.\n\nRain cancels.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St . (Rte 27) in S. Acton. UID:7f5d04d189dfb634e6a85bb9d9adf21e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090719T021157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090817T112650Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard X-TH-EID:688 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090825T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090825T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Nice and Easy / Nice and Hard\nRide 1 = 15 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 3 = 22 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\ n15-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 Ha rd.Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St. (Rte 27) in S. A cton. UID:f79921bbae40a577928b76d2fc3edc2a@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090719T021415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090822T101157Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wachusett Reservoir Ride via Harvard X-TH-EID:689 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090822T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090822T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wachusett Reservoir Ride\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-R olling\nRide 2 = 26 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 35 Miles\; level = 4- Hilly\nRide 4 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nAll the loops go to scenic Wachusett Reservoir. The 16 mile route simply return s\; the 26 circles it\; the 35 and 45 mile ventures into Harvard. Both lo ng loops have good climbs\, and allspend some miles on numbered routes. Dir ections: The car pool lot is just W of I-495 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:07a96b1f61097ccb54be14d6a47439b0@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090720T011026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090720T011026Z ORGANIZER;CN="Howie Davidson":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Howie Davidson":MAILTO:hiwindz@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:Verill Farm, that was the Massbike metric century X-TH-EID:690 SEQUENCE:6 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090809T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090809T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 62 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\n64 mile ride out of Verril Farm in Concord.  This is the former Massbike Festival Metric Century\, mapped out by Robin.  It is a farily h illy route on some roads we don''t usually take.  The approach to Harvard is steep\, but most other hills are moderate.  The second half of the rout e is through Lost Lake\, and returns to Concord via Littleton and Acton.  Note: park off of the road accross from Verril\, not in their parking lot.\ npark in field\, past the tent on the side road   UID:c06d06da9666a219db15cf575aff2824@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090721T120929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090806T012931Z ORGANIZER;CN="Robin":MAILTO:rschu92@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Robin":MAILTO:rschu92@yahoo.com LOCATION:verrill farm X-WR-ADDR-ST:11 Wheeler Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord\, MA 01742 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY: Golf Course Tour X-TH-EID:691 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090802T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090802T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 28 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 50 Mile s\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThis ride pass several scen ic golf courses as is winds it''s way thou Northboro\, Boltol\, Harvard\,an d Stow. The Harvard section gets hilly but we all know that. Please where y ou plaid ride jerseys\, so we fit in on the 18th hole. rain cancellers\, ca ll ride leader if questionable weather UID:10a5ab2db37feedfdeaab192ead4ac0e@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090721T121136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090722T035100Z ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Foulkrod ":MAILTO:Paul.Foulkrod@cecintl.com CONTACT;CN="Paul Foulkrod ":MAILTO:Paul.Foulkrod@cecintl.com LOCATION:Emerson/Florence Sawyer School X-WR-ADDR-ST:100 Mechanic St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bolton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Beast X-TH-EID:692 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090811T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090811T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Beast\nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 24 M iles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe orginal in my Beast Series\, The purpose of the Beast Series is to climb hills\, pure and simpl e. Steep hills. And what better place to climb steep hills than Harvard? Th is version includes Oak Hill\, Vaughn\, West Bare. with bailouts in case li ght or legs should fail.. Directions: The old train station is on Taylor St . in Littleton. Taylor Street is the first exit to the west of Route 495 of f Rte 2. After the exit\, drive towards Littleton for about a mile. Park on Taylor Street. UID:e555ebe0ce426f7f9b2bef0706315e0c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090721T121507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090721T121507Z ORGANIZER;CN="Howie Davidson":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Howie Davidson":MAILTO:hiwindz@comcast.net LOCATION:Old Littleton Depot X-WR-ADDR-ST:10 Taylor St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Littleton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Onwards & Upwards X-TH-EID:693 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090801T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090801T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Onwards & Upwards\nRide 1 = 35 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nR ide 2 = 43 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-- -----------------------\nTour the hills of Harvard & Berlin (and a few othe r towns as well). Hit some of our favorites: Prospect Hill\, Oak Hill\, Vau ghn Hill\, West Bare Hill\, Long Hill\, and finish up with Nagog Hill. The shorter route avoids Vaughn and the "headwall" of West Bare. Rain cancels. Directions: Nagog Park is off of Rte 2A in Acton about 1 mile NWof its inte rsection with Rte 27. Park in the right side of the lot away fromthe stores . UID:53e3a7161e428b65688f14b84d61c610@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090721T153657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090721T153657Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com LOCATION:Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-ST:Rte 2A/119 & Nagog Park X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, Ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bares and the Bs X-TH-EID:694 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090815T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090815T080000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bares and the Bs\nRide 1 = 55 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRi de 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nThe two rou tes start at the South Acton Commuter Rail Station and wander through Harva rd\, Bolton & Berlin with the longer route heading off up Sawyer Hill to ca tch a few hills near Boylston. They rejoin back in Berlin and take the indi rect route back to Acton via Harvard. While the shorter route avoids the bi gger climbs\, the longer route gets to slow down to view the scenery on Wes t Bare Hill and Old Littleton. Either option provide an opportunity to do s ome climbing and then celebrate those efforts with nice downhill runs on mo stly quiet\, tree lined roads.\n\n **NOTE** Quiet\, tree lined roads = v ery limited facilities. Please bring food and drink to last most of the rid e. Directions: The station is on Central St. near Main St.(Rte 27) in S. Ac ton. UID:5487315b1286f907165907aa8fc96619@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090723T023924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090815T011446Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:mungo.jerrie@comcast.net LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wayland South X-TH-EID:695 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090920T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090920T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Wayland South\nRide 1 = 27 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRid e 2 = 39 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 48 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n -------------------------\nThis is one of my favorite Fred Pearson rides\, featuring routes of 27\, 39\, and 48 miles. All routes pass\nthrough Waylan d\, Weston\, Wellesley\, and South Natick. The longer routes also take in t he Dover/Sherborn area\, as well\nas Farm Pond. I''m rating all the routes as "rolling" since there are no extended or overly steep climbs that I can recall.\nThere are a couple of stores along the way\, including a nice coff ee and sandwich shop by the dam in South Natick. We''ll\nbe on some quiet r oads in areas we don''t ride in often\, but there are some busy stretches a long the way. Gloria Broderick\nwill be the leader for the 27 mile route an d I''ll lead (from the back) the longer routes. Those who want more than 48 miles\nfor the day are strongly encouraged to ride to and from the startin g point. Directions: Wayland High School is on Rt 126\, 2 miles south of th e intersection of Rt 20 and Rt 27/126 in Wayland Center. UID:e4bb4c5173c2ce17fd8fcd40041c068f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090806T021008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090812T210919Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com LOCATION:Wayland High School X-WR-ADDR-ST:264 Old Connecticut Path X-WR-ADDR-CI:Wayland\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Straw - Big Ride from Crosby's Market T Parking Area X-TH-EID:696 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090902T181500 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090902T193000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 2-Gentle\nRide 2 = 11 Miles \; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nRolling ride with a bail-out or two. UID:0cb929eae7a499e50248a3a78f7acfc7@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090814T230919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090902T164658Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Crosby's Market T- Parking X-WR-ADDR-ST:Sudbury Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Concord X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashua River Rail Trail X-TH-EID:697 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090916T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090916T183000 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\, 16-milers can meet at Tiny''s for all yo u can eat fish at7:55PM. UID:8a0e1141fd37fa5b98d5bb769ba1a7cc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090814T231107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090814T231107Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jeff Maxwell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com 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:Best of Reformatory and Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:698 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090923T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090923T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 9 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------- -----\nMtb or hybrid ride.  Meet at the Minuteman Trail Head in Bedford no t behind Bikeway Source. UID:99bcfcd754a98ce89cb86f73acc04645@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090814T231624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090814T231624Z ORGANIZER;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="JeannieO":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Mineuteman Trail Head n X-WR-ADDR-ST:School St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:North by Southwest X-TH-EID:699 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090905T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090905T120000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: North by Southwest\nRide 1 = 70 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hi lly\nRide 2 = 57 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 39 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). 70 miles for long ride\, 58 miles cuts our the hill i nto Brookline\, NH\, 39 miler. All rides come back through Harvard center. A good warm up for the NVP Fall Century.    Directions: Nashoba Regional High School is on 117 in Bolton at the intersection with Green Rd.\, about 3 miles west of 495. UID:afd4836712c5e77550897e25711e1d96@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090815T040312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090815T040536Z ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tffagan@comcast.net CONTACT;CN="Tom Fagan":MAILTO:tffagan@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:Tour de Boxborough X-TH-EID:700 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090901T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090901T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Tour de Boxborough\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n -------------------------\nThis 21-mile ride is the Nice and Harder ride ba ckwards. Instead of going up Stow and down Old Littleton\, we go the other way around. This route navigates through shady\, less traveled areas\, and is a nice after work ride. It would be a good idea to bring a light\, as it will be getting dark toward the end of the ride. \n UID:e5841df2166dd424a57127423d276bbe@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090818T204622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090828T125857Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Train Station X-WR-ADDR-ST:Central Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bustin' Out - Short Ride X-TH-EID:716 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090908T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090908T180000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Bustin'' Out\nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---- ---------------------\nDue to the shortened period of daylight\, we will be doing the shorter Bustin'' Out ride only. This ride eliminates the climb u p Hill Road. Please bring a light just in case\, but we''ll leave at 6 PM s harp. UID:e7f8a7fb0b77bcb3b283af5be021448f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090907T232919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090907T232931Z ORGANIZER;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Emil Chiauzzi":MAILTO:emilc01@yahoo.com LOCATION:South Acton Commuter Rail X-WR-ADDR-ST:Railroad Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:acton\, ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bike Bash Revisited X-TH-EID:706 SEQUENCE:4 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091011T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091011T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 20 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 30 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nStart:  NARA Park\, Rt. 27\, North Acton             Level 3 (rolling)This is a route t hrough Westford\, Chelmsford\, and Carlisle recycled from our old "Bike Bas h" ( NVP''s summer barbeque of years gone by).  Starting from NARA Park th e 30 mile ride winds through some of Chelmsford that we rarely visit these days.  There is a shorter ~20 mile route as well.  A few  climbs\, but no major "mountains".   Rain cancels UID:9c82c7143c102b71c593d98d96093fde@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090823T214415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20100206T203637Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:05 Retuo **UPDATED** X-TH-EID:707 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090919T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090919T090000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Outer 50\nRide 1 = 37 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 2 = 5 2 Miles\; level = 5-Very Hilly\n-------------------------\nThe route has fi nally been decided. It''s the Outer 50 but backwards.\n05 retuO is the reve rse of the Outer 50 which is the outer and hillier half of a century route that was part of the Positive Spin for ALS in Wayland MA (hence the name ou ter 50). Starting in Berlin\, it goes clockwise around the Wachusett Reserv oir. As there are only so many roads that are good for cycling\, parts of t he ride will be familiar if you have participated in Andy''s annual Century Training Ride or the Climb to the Clouds. Highlights include climbs up Saw yer Hill\, Sterling Rd (Rte 62) into Princeton\, up the bottom part of Just ice Hill\, and the optional summit of Mt Wachusett. Rewards include a fast (but careful) descent down Mile Hill Rd. The shorter route avoids the big c limbs. Rain cancels. Call ride leader after 7am on the day of the ride if t he weather is questionable. \nDirections: The car pool lot is just W of I49 5 (Exit 26) on Rte 62. From the southbound off-ramp\, turn R then immediate L into the lot. UID:500e75a036dc2d7d2fec5da1b71d36cc@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090824T134718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090902T130621Z ORGANIZER;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Judy Clawson":MAILTO:jhclawson@gmail.com LOCATION:Car pool parking lot\, Rte 62 and I495\, Berlin X-WR-ADDR-ST:50 Taylor Road X-WR-ADDR-CI:Berlin\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blackstone Valley: Hills & Mills X-TH-EID:711 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090906T093000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090906T093000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 30 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 2 = 39 Mile s\; level = 3-Rolling\n-------------------------\nStart: Speedway Plaza\, c orner of Route 9 and Otis Street  in Westborough (with the BJ''s and Stop & Shop\, across from Walmart and Target).\n \nDescription: Rolling hills w ith three "quad-busters". Both rides include  the three challenges. Routes go through Westborough\, Upton\, Northbridge\, and  Grafton. The long rid e includes a loop down into Mendon and Uxbridge.\n \nAids: Arrowed (yellow little "i" with direction of travel toward the dot) .cue sheets.\n \n UID:6081594975a764c8e3a691fa2b3a321d@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090825T014115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090826T015533Z ORGANIZER;CN="Ellen Gugel":MAILTO:emgugel@verizon.net CONTACT;CN="Ellen Gugel":MAILTO:emgugel@verizon.net LOCATION:Speedway Plaza X-WR-ADDR-ST:290 Turnpike Rd X-WR-ADDR-CI:Westborough\, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Giro di Harvard **CANCELLED** X-TH-EID:712 SEQUENCE:11 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090927T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090927T090000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Ride: Giro di Harvard\nRide 1 = 14 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRid e 2 = 29 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 3 = 41 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\nRide 4 = 52 Miles\; level = 4-Hilly\n-------------------------\nThis is your lu cky day!  A four-leaf clover with 4 hilly\, scenic loops around Harvard\ , each of which heads in a different direction from Harvard Center.  Some familiar hills and country roads\, but a few roads less-traveled as well.  Check out the route at http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ma/-har vard/196125358817265163.  Optional food/drink stops at the General Store i n Harvard at 14\, 29 and 41 miles\; and an optional lunch stop at Sorrento ''s Pizzeria at 35 miles.  Harvard is still a dry town\, so BYO Barolo.Ste ady rain cancels.  Call the race leader (Dan Tracey) at 978-235-6237 after 7 AM if in doubt.Meet at the Bromfield School parking lot\, 0.1 miles sout h of Harvard Center on Route 111 (Mass Ave).  The parking lot is to the ri ght of the driveway turnaround near the school entrance. UID:19bc916108fc6938f52cb96f7e087941@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090825T120718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20091012T004938Z ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Tracey":MAILTO:detracey@gmail.com CONTACT;CN="Dan Tracey":MAILTO:detracey@gmail.com LOCATION:Bromfield School X-WR-ADDR-ST:14 Mass Ave X-WR-ADDR-CI:Harvard\, MA 01451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ride Cancelled Due to Tropical Storm X-TH-EID:713 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090829T080000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090829T080000 CATEGORIES:CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:The forecast for Saturday is:"Showers. Locally heavy rainfall p ossible. Highs in the upper 60s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of ra in near 100 percent."As Tropical Storm Danny passes by the New England coas t\, it won''t be a  day to be out riding a bike.  So I am canceling the r ide.  If by some chance the forecast is wrong and it is sunny tomorrow\, I will reconsider.  But 100 percent probability seems enough to cancel it n ow.Let''s hope for Sunday.  \n Bob \n UID:07c5807d0d927dcd0980f86024e5208b@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090829T020534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090829T145622Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting: “Giro Celebration in the Barolo” X-TH-EID:714 SEQUENCE:7 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090914T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090914T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION:The September Members Meeting will feature a presentation by NV P member Dan Tracey about his bike trip to Tuscany last summer. Here is Dan ''s summary: Giro Celebration in the Barolo Dan Tracey That was the advert ized title of a fabulous week of biking and wining in Italy\, led by a form er winner of the Giro d''Italia. At the NVP Member''s meeting on September 14th\, I''ll show lots of pictures\, and maybe a few tipsy videos\, of cycl ing through the foothills of the Alps among countless vineyards and winerie s. Our group happily followed the organizer in his stated goal "to make up for the sightseeing and wine he missed during his racing days." To help con vey the true spirit of the tour\, some Italian refreshments will be served\ , ... but maybe not what you think. UID:d14220ee66aeec73c49038385428ec4c@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090829T024416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090830T231445Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net LOCATION: St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton \, MA X-WR-PHONE:508 259 8584 (BobK cell) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dining Club X-TH-EID:717 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=text/html:http://www.nvpbike.org/thyme/download_attachment.p hp?aid=10&f=bluecoyotegrille.htm SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20090912T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20090912T190000 CATEGORIES:DINNING CLUB DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a post-century celebration at the Blue Coyote Grille in Maynard.  Check out their website at www.bluecoyotegrille.com fo r menu\, prices and directions.Would like to get a headcount by Friday morn ing\, Sept. 11.  I know this is a quick notice for a Dining Club but it''s really ahead of time for a post-century dinner.  Send me an email or call me if you''d like to join us.  Please pass this info along to members wh o don''t have computer access.  UID:788d986905533aba051261497ecffcbb@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090909T024309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090909T024638Z ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Takacs":MAILTO:ktakacs@hpss.com CONTACT;CN="Karen Takacs":MAILTO:ktakacs@hpss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Headlight Ride on the Bruce Freeman Trail X-TH-EID:721 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091007T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091007T183000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\n---------------- ---------\n Meet at the leader''s house for a night ride on the newly open ed rail trail.  The trail is beautifully paved and flat with a few road cr ossings.  There will be about a 1 mile ride on the road to the trailhead. Total milage ~ 12-14      Headlights required.    Rain or under 4 0 degrees cancels. Start- 5 South St.\, North Acton (off Rt. 27 1 mile sou th of Rt. 225) UID:aba3b6fd5d186d28e06ff97135cade7f@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090915T000750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20100206T203516Z ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Betty Johnston":MAILTO:spejoh@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Members Meeting: Bikes Not Bombs X-TH-EID:722 SEQUENCE:5 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091012T193000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091012T210000 CATEGORIES:MEMBER MEETING DESCRIPTION: Bikes Not BombsSam Wechlser\, Executive Director David Braniga n. International Program Director \n  Bikes Not Bombs (BNB) is a 25-year o ld community organization in Jamaica Plain that takes in more than 6\,000 b ikes each year and re-uses them in innovative youth programs\, internationa l developement projects\, and vocational training/retail shop.   BNB has e mpowered more than 2\,000 young people through its youth leadership and cyc ling programs\; sent more than 38\,000 bikes to countries in Latin America\ , the Carribean\, and Africa\; and operates a full-service bike shop that a lso serves as a training center for local teens.  On October 12th\, BNB''s Executive Director and International Programs Director will provide an ove rview of the organization''s history and current programs\, and highlight i ts most recent international project\, called Ability Bikes\, in Koforidua\ , Ghana.\n \n \n UID:c8ed21db4f678f3b13b9d5ee16489088@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090915T160514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090915T200533Z ORGANIZER;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net CONTACT;CN="BobK":MAILTO:kamenr@earthlink.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.bikesnotbombs.org/ LOCATION: St. Matthews Church X-WR-ADDR-ST:435 Central St X-WR-ADDR-CI:Acton \, MA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Haystack Observatory X-TH-EID:723 SEQUENCE:2 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091025T100000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091025T100000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Haystack Observatory\nRide 1 = 21 Miles\; level = 3-Rolli ng\nRide 2 = 40 Miles\; level = 3-Rolling\nRide 3 = 50 Miles\; level = 4-Hi lly\n-------------------------\nTom Christiano will be joining us to lead t he 21-mile route.All routes go through Concord\, Carlisle\, Westford\, Lit tleton\, and Acton. The 40-mile route adds Groton and Ayer\, while the 50-m ile route adds those plus a climb up to Harvard and back. The 40 and 50 off er an optional climb of about 2.5 miles round-trip to the MIT Haystack Obse rvatory where there is an impressive collection of radio telescopes and som e nice views. Terrain is rolling with a couple of longer/steeper hills\, an d there are a few stretches with some traffic\, including busy Route 2A in Acton/Littleton. No official stops\, but the 40 and 50 usually stop in Grot on (where there is a store) for a snack. There is a store about 2/3 of the way through the 21-mile route.Directions: The parking lot is accessible fro m Rte 62 or Keyes Rd. in Concord Center. UID:08419be897405321542838d77f855226@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090915T171648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20091023T184244Z ORGANIZER;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Rich Salter":MAILTO:rt_salter@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:Best of Reformatory and Narrow Gauge X-TH-EID:725 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091014T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091014T213000 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: Best of Reformatory and Minuteman\nRide 1 = 9 Miles\; lev el = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\ nMeet at the Bedford end of the Minuteman Rail Trail parking lot under the lights.  We will ride back to Bedford on the Reformatory and then over to Billerica on the Narrow Gaughe.  You need headlights\, a blinkie\, and eit her moutain or hybrid tires.  There are some ties\, mud\, and roots on the Reformatory.  I will sweep the ride.  Jean E. O''Donnell UID:82f2b308c3b01637c607ce05f52a2fed@thyme-www.nvpbike.org DTSTAMP:20120207T053803Z CREATED:20090918T212220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20090918T212220Z ORGANIZER;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com CONTACT;CN="Jean E. O'Donnell":MAILTO:wienerin1900@yahoo.com LOCATION:Bedford Minuteman Trail Head X-WR-ADDR-ST:School Street X-WR-ADDR-CI:Bedford\, MA X-WR-PHONE:781.775.5859 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashua River Rail Trail X-TH-EID:726 SEQUENCE:1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Eastern:20091021T183000 DTEND;TZID=US/Eastern:20091021T201500 CATEGORIES:RIDE DESCRIPTION:Ride: \nRide 1 = 16 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\nRide 2 = 25 Miles\; level = 1-Flat\n-------------------------\nWe will ride either to Pepperel l or to the Hollis end.  There may be leaves and branches on the trail so a hybrid or mountain bike may be more appropriate.  You need a headlight\, a blinkie\, and probably warm biking clothes.  Jeff encourages people to socialize at Tiny''s or Nashoba Pizaa afterwards