Paynes Prairie by Bicycle

A Guided Ride on the Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail

See native wildlife, rare vistas of the sweeping grandeur of Paynes Prairie, and learn about our fascinating Indian and European history as you pedal your way leisurely along a beautiful, smoothly paved trail. Hear why the Prairie is sometimes a lake, and sometimes complete dry, and why it is so important to our way of life in North Florida. Learn about the huge animals which roamed this plain when people first arrived here. See native wildflowers and plants. See photos from a previous ride

Details:
An easy 12 miles with frequent stops to explore our natural and cultural history on the Gainesville Hawthorne Trail through Paynes Prairie. Ride starts at 9:00 a.m. from Boulware Springs City Park - SOUTH entrance, by the old pumphouse. Look for the "Prairie Bike Ride" sign, and the yellow Ford pickup. Ride finishes about Noon, and we usually go somewhere for lunch. Click here for a map of the trail

Date: March 13th, 2010
Please note: February 27th ride is canceled

Requirements:
A serviceable bicycle, with aired-up tires. Helmets are strongly recommended.

Suggested Items to Bring: Clothing appropriate to the weather, sunscreen, water, snack food, whatever you what to carry.

RSVP: Call George Edwards at 352.333.3184 or info@prairiefriends.org.

$5 suggested donation to Friends of Paynes Prairie, Inc., collected at the start of the ride.

Photo at top by John Moran

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