It’s time to sign up for the Leelanau Harvest Tour! The Cherry Capital Cycling Club is hosting the 2007 Leelanau Harvest Tour on Sunday, September 16, an annual bicycle road ride through scenic Leelanau County. Over 900 riders (families and individuals) participated in this noncompetitive event last year. This year, event organizers are hoping for over 1,000 participants. Proceeds from the tour benefit TART Trails.
The Leelanau Harvest Tour is known for its unique food stops every 20 to 30 miles. Each stop is on a lakefront park with a menu that includes specialties from area merchants and restaurants. Pre-registered riders will also enjoy a pasta and salad meal after the ride included in the registration fee. Route options cover 25, 45, 67 or 100 miles throughout beautiful Leelanau County. All of the routes cover hilly terrain and riders are rewarded with great views at the top of most hills.
The event starts and ends at Glen Lake Schools. Cyclists may register now for $25 (before Aug 25), for $30 (Aug 25-Sept 7) or for $35 (Sept 8-Sept 16). Families may register for $50 (before Aug 25), for $55 (Aug 25-Sept 7), or $65 (Sept 8-Sept 16). Applications may be obtained any of the Traverse City area bike stores or at the TART Trails office. More information and a printable application form can be obtained from the Cherry Capital Cycling Club’s web site, www.leelanauharvesttour.org or call the TART Trails office at (231) 941-4300 for questions.
