Portage River Bicycle Tour, Sunday, June 23, 2024

 Pre-registration is closed for this event. Day-of registration is available

PORTAGE RIVER TOUR will start at Woodmore High School in Elmore and follows the meandering Portage River from its beginning in Wood County toward Lake Erie. This is flat country - biggest hill, a highway overpass. With routes of 10, 31, 62 and 100 miles, it offers distances for all riders - novice to expert. The family friendly 10 Mile route is mostly on paved off road trail. Routes are marked with pavement arrows. SAG service for emergencies or non-repairable breakdowns. Downloadable GPS route files are available HERE.

WHERE: The Village of Elmore is located 25 miles SE of Toledo in Ottawa County, at exit #81 on the Ohio Turnpike (I-80). Both OH-51 and OH-105 will take you to Elmore. If coming from Michigan, take I-75 to US-20 to OH-105 or US-23 around Toeldo and connect with US-20 to OH 105. Park at Woodmore High School, 633 Fremont Steet

WHEN: Registration 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., Sunday, June 23. Longer distance riders should start early.

GPS Files & Maps: You can down GPS files and print maps from RideWithGPS HERE.

FOOD: Lunch for all riders at Portage River Festival in Elmore’s Ory Park, served by Elmore Historical Society. Fruit, snacks and drink at rest stops on all routes. 

CHILDREN are encouraged to participate to the extent of their abilities. Parent or guardian must sign release form for riders under age 18. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

PORTAGE RIVER FESTIVAL in Elmore’s Ory Park - activities for the whole family.

LODGING: Nearest motels in Fremont, Perrysburg and Bowling Green. Camping is permitted in Elmore’s Ory Park on Saturday night, June 22. Campers must depart from the park by 8:30AM.

HELMETS: All riders are required to wear an ANSI/Snell/CPSC approved helmet while riding.

SAFETY: Ohio law regards the bicycle as a vehicle. The same rules apply to a bicyclist or a motorist. This means riding WITH traffic, stopping at all stop signs and red lights and giving hand signals to indicate turns. Be courteous to motorists and move to the right in single file to permit vehicles to pass. Your Safety is your responsibility.

On-line registration closes at midnight on Friday, June 21.  Registration will be available on the day of ride; Adult $40 (members $38), Youth 13-17 $15 and Child 6-12 $5. Pre-register to save money and help us plan in advance!

When
June 23rd, 2024 7:00 AM through  4:00 PM
Location
633 FREMONT ST
ELMORE, OH 43416-9737
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Contact
Phone: 419-243-7680
Phone: 419-482-8225
Event Fee(s)
New MVA Membership
No Thanks $0.00
1 Year MVA Membership $10.00
Day-of Registration
Adult (Non-Member) $40.00
Adult (Member) $38.00
Youth Age 13-17 $15.00
Child Age 6-12 $5.00
Age 5 & Under $0.00
Volunteer $0.00