Family Bike Ride along the Minute Man National Park

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Hours:	10am
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Nature & Outdoors

Parents and their kids are invited to recreate --and finish-- Paul Revere’s famous ride from Lexington to Concord along the historic Battle Road by bicycle. Come experience the Minute Man National Historical Park and enjoy a gentle bike ride with your kids along the scenic and rural dirt path that meanders through Lexington, Lincoln and Concord.

The ride will be appropriate for any child who can ride on two-wheels without assistance for at least an hour or so. The younger riders will ride for 3 miles with frequent stops at various historic sites, including the Hartwell Tavern where they will encounter National Park interpreters in 18th c. costume. The older kids will stop at the Tavern for a tour and continue on to the end of the Battle Road at the Meriam’s Corner, riding a total of 8 miles. Complimentary juice, snacks and souvenirs will be provided to the kids.

This ride is organized by the New England Mountain Bike Association (www.nemba.org) and co-sponsored by the National Park Service and the Friends of Minute Man National Park as part of the 50th anniversary of the Minute Man National Historical Park.

While not mandatory, please register you and your family via email to pk@nemba.org or call 800-576-3622. This gives us an idea of how many ride leaders we’ll need for a fun and safe ride. At least one parent or guardian must accompany their kids. A mountain bike is not necessary; however, the ride will be on a dirt path and having slightly fat tires is recommended. Helmets are required for every rider, young and old.

WEBSITE

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www.gbnemba.org/events/77-621-family-bike-ride-at-minuteman-national-park.html

LOCATION

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250 North Great Rd, Lincoln, MA, 01773 map
Phone: 800-576-3622

From I-95: Take exit 30B. You will be on Route 2A west. The park is 1-mile west off of the ramp.
From Mass Pike: Take I-95 Exit (exit 14) and follow above directions.
From Route 2: Follow Route 2 to I-95 North. Proceed north one exit to 30B. Follow directions above