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08/10/2007: "Sign Up Now: Summer Bike Ride on Shaw Island"

Join the Orcas Island Recreation Program for a bike ride and a day on a beautiful, sandy beach on Shaw Island, Thursday, August 16. Call 376-5339 to reserve a spot on the "Shaw Island bike ride".

This is a good beginner ride for all ages, moderately flat 5.3 miles roundtrip with one hill. The main destination is South Beach County Park, one of the largest sand beaches in the San Juans. Parents and other riders are welcome, as are off-island visitors. Riders must wear a helmet, and all riders must have a signed permission form.

Meet at the covered shelter at the Orcas ferry terminal. 9:30 for the 9:45 ferry. Return at 3:50. For ages 8 – adult (under 8 and riders with special needs must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) $20.