It was an amazing Monday, September 12, 2011 in Reedsport, Oregon, when 2,200 Cycle Oregon bicyclists plus volunteers, catering toilets, showers, sinks, bike repair people, food, tables, chairs, medical teams, massage therapists, beer and wine garden, live entertainment, vendors, a market place and much more come through town for the evening. Doubling Reedsport’s population in a matter of hours.
A true community event with a large variety of organizations, churches, clubs, businesses, and individuals working together to make it all happen!
Cycle Oregon, with the theme, “Going Coastal” started in Sutherlin, Oregon. Stopping, visiting and camping in Cottage Grove, Reedsport, Bandon, Powers, Riddle, and back into Sutherlin. Riding approximately 499 miles in one week.
The cyclists come from all around the world. China, UK, Scotland, Holland, Germany, and many different states. Ranging from ages 10 to 80 years young.
A true community event with a large variety of organizations, churches, clubs, businesses, and individuals working together to make it all happen!
Cycle Oregon, with the theme, “Going Coastal” started in Sutherlin, Oregon. Stopping, visiting and camping in Cottage Grove, Reedsport, Bandon, Powers, Riddle, and back into Sutherlin. Riding approximately 499 miles in one week.
The cyclists come from all around the world. China, UK, Scotland, Holland, Germany, and many different states. Ranging from ages 10 to 80 years young.
Their journey is a stunning ride that encompasses fertile valleys, deep forests, rugged coastline and rolling wine country. Ninety percent of the 2011 route travels on roads Cycle Oregon has never pedaled.
Reedsport was their second stop after a 92 mile ride from Cottage Grove where they were welcomed by enthusiastic residents, balloons, cowbells, tambourines, shouts, cheers and music. The Braves cheerleaders, 4-H’ers, youth groups, old car enthusiasts, musicians, and many others were among the welcoming community.
Hundreds of tents in orderly rows filled Ruppe Field (our football field), Barrone Park, and almost every grassy place around the Highland campus. Including portable shower trucks, beer garden with entertainment and catering tents that fed the hungry bicyclists in gourmet style.
The riders, volunteers, and their families enjoyed being able to relax and recoup from their first day on the road as well as numerous opportunities to experience natural wonders. Dean Creek Elk Reserve, Umpqua River Lighthouse, Umpqua Discovery Center, Community Market, and tours of Reedsport - Winchester Bay area.
It was definitely some summertime fun had by many!!!
Going coastal? Reedsport…a great place to getaway. Escape today…anytime, any season. Link your life with nature, events and fun things to do! Outdoor fun awaits you…Whether your goal is riding, fishing, golfing, hiking, wildlife or other outdoor fun, Reedsport is the place. A quiet place with plenty to do. Let us serve you!
Learn more about Reedsport and Cycle Oregon
Reedsport was their second stop after a 92 mile ride from Cottage Grove where they were welcomed by enthusiastic residents, balloons, cowbells, tambourines, shouts, cheers and music. The Braves cheerleaders, 4-H’ers, youth groups, old car enthusiasts, musicians, and many others were among the welcoming community.
Hundreds of tents in orderly rows filled Ruppe Field (our football field), Barrone Park, and almost every grassy place around the Highland campus. Including portable shower trucks, beer garden with entertainment and catering tents that fed the hungry bicyclists in gourmet style.
The riders, volunteers, and their families enjoyed being able to relax and recoup from their first day on the road as well as numerous opportunities to experience natural wonders. Dean Creek Elk Reserve, Umpqua River Lighthouse, Umpqua Discovery Center, Community Market, and tours of Reedsport - Winchester Bay area.
It was definitely some summertime fun had by many!!!
Going coastal? Reedsport…a great place to getaway. Escape today…anytime, any season. Link your life with nature, events and fun things to do! Outdoor fun awaits you…Whether your goal is riding, fishing, golfing, hiking, wildlife or other outdoor fun, Reedsport is the place. A quiet place with plenty to do. Let us serve you!
Learn more about Reedsport and Cycle Oregon
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