Check out these amazing opportunities to get outside together!
These activities are hosted and sponsored by CT Appalachian Mountain Club and led by Bike West Hartford Ambassador Leo Pon. See AMC Trip Policy
Registration is required. Please register online through ct-amc.org under ‘Bicycling’ or. ‘Hiking’ and then ‘Current Bike Listing’ or ‘Current Hike Listing’.
To participate in rides, please bring a bike in good condition, a properly fitting helmet, a spare inner tube, water and snacks. Bright clothing, flat repair kit, front and rear warning lights recommended.
Thursday, October 22, 10am-1:30pm – Glastonbury and Wethersfield via the Rocky Hill Ferry This ride starts at the Glastonbury landing of the oldest continuously operational ferry in the United States. The original ferry dates back to 1655, crossing the Connecticut River between Rocky Hill and Glastonbury. We will do a short ride along the Glastonbury shoreline before crossing the Connecticut River on the ferry. Then we roll through the Meadows to cross the Putnam Bridge and back to Old Wethersfield. We’ll stop for a coffee break before returning to the ferry.
This route includes dirt, gravel and paved surfaces. I was able to do it on a road bike but hybrids may be more appropriate.
Bring $4 for the RT ferry ride.
Meet at the Glastonbury ferry parking lot, Ferry Lane, South Glastonbury CT.
Saturday, October 31, 5:30pm-7:30pm – Old Wethersfield Halloween Night Ride Decorate your bike with lights and spooky accessories! Wear a scary (but bike-safe) costume! (Front white light and flashing rear red light required.) This slow roll winds through Old Wethersfield, goes past the ‘Scarecrows on Main’ displays and may encounter little trick or treating goblins along the way! Our ride starts at the historic Keeney Memorial Cultural Center and continues on quiet residential streets and the South Meadows.
The route includes darkness and dirt, gravel and paved surfaces. We plan to stop for dinner at a local business at the end of the ride.
(Class 1 and 2 E-bikes are welcome!)