Bicycling and Walking in Virginia
June 2007 Event Calendar

Virginia Credit Union Ride Virginia MS 150 and Family Fun Ride

Location: Richmond - Williamsburg

Date: June 2-3, 2007

Description: The Central Virginia chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will hold its 22nd annual Ride Virginia MS 150 June 2-3, 2007. This year the event is sponsored by the Virginia Credit Union, and endorsed by Gov. Tim Kaine as part of his Healthy Virginians initiative.

State employees are encouraged to form teams and participate. Their financial support will count toward their agencies’ Combined Virginia Campaign (CVC) charitable contributions.

The Ride Virginia MS 150 is a two-day, 150-mile fundraising bike ride starting in Richmond. It goes through spectacular, seasonal scenery and colonial tourist attractions along the James River to the Colonial Williamsburg area on Saturday, and returns to Richmond on Sunday.

Cyclists can ride the full 150-mile route or the one-day loop on Saturday, which can be done as a 25- or 50-mile ride.
The Family Fun Rides are three-, four- or 10-mile loops around Richmond. Children under 12 are welcome if they are accompanied by an adult.

Sponsor: Central Virginia chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Contact: Christine Roberts

Phone: (804) 353-5008

E-mail: Christine.Roberts@var.nmss.org.

Web: http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=bike_VAR_homepage

MS Tour de Vine

Location: Charlottesville

Date: June 9, 2007

Description: Join us for the 2007 MS Bike Tour, the Tour de Vine, as cyclists unite in moving towards a cure for multiple sclerosis.

Our tour begins and ends in Charlottesville. Cyclists will explore the heart of Virginia wine country while bicycling through the beautiful landscape of the Blue Ridge.

The MS Tour de Vine will allow you to take in beautiful scenery while enjoying time with new friends and enthusiastic volunteers. You’ll make memories that will last until the next tour.

This fully supported tour features:

• Frequent themed rest stops
• SAG vehicles
• Radio communication
• Bike mechanics
• Medical staff
• Entertainment for cyclists and volunteers

In 2007, the Tour de Vine will have several routes, so whether you're a novice or expert cyclist, you can choose your personal challenge. Lengths include 25-, 50-, 75- and 100-mile routes on Saturday and Sunday.

The Tour de Vine is an all-weekend party. Activities begin at pre-registration Friday evening when you pick up your materials. On Saturday, the party begins at 11 a.m. and lasts until 9 p.m.

There will be:

• Live bands
• A silent auction
• Stretch classes
• Bike washes
• Activities for kids
• Food
• Wine for tasting from award-winning vineyards

Saturday's catered dinner features both high protein and high carbohydrate options. Saturday night sleepover options include camping in the Tour de Vine Tent City or you may choose to spend the night in one of the area's hotels.

Sunday's finish line will be the best yet, with an outdoor barbeque, music and crowds to cheer your accomplishment. Join us for the best MS Bike Tour to date and for the chance to bring hope to those living with multiple sclerosis.

Sponsor: National MS Society and Stop In Food Stores

Contact: Robyn Mauney

Phone: (434) 971-8010

E-mail: robyn.mauney@vab.nmss.org.

Web: www.mstourdevine.org