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Event Title |
Heroes and Rails, Bridges and Trails |
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Event Description |
An eco-heritage bike tour through Peterborough – a fundraiser for Trent Valley Archives. Join us as we bike Peterborough’s historic rail trails to discover some fascinating places and people who have made our City great. Explore the bridges that once carried the people and freight that helped build our area. Listen as tour guide Bruce Fitzpatrick regales you with entertaining tales of the history of rail and water transport in this region as you enjoy a leisurely paced afternoon. Half-way point stop at the Silver Bean Café. |
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Start Date |
Sunday, September 28th, and Sunday, October 19th, 2008 |
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End Date |
Sunday, September 28th, and Sunday, October 19th, 2008 |
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Start Time |
1pm |
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End Time |
5pm |
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Location |
Start at Peterborough Zoo |
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Trails Used |
Rotary Trail and other City of Peterborough Trails |
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Trail Activity |
Cycling |
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For Whom |
Everyone |
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Level of Challenge |
moderate |
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Registration |
yes |
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Fee |
$20 per person (proceeds going to Trent Valley Archives, a not-for-profit heritage organization) |
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Contact information |
Diane Robnik (705)745-4404 admin@trentvalleyarchives.com |
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Web Site |
www.trentvalleyarchives.com |
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More Information |
Though the tour is 4 hours in length we will have a half-way stop at the Silver Bean Café if anyone needs washroom facilities or snacks. There are also approx. 12 stops throughout the tour where we either get off our bikes to look at historical areas or at least stop for several moments. approx. length 20km
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Map/Directions |
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