08-26-2004, 12:36 AM
[size 2]PIERRE, S.D. - Only a few weeks remain for recreational cyclists to register for the 7th Annual Mickelson Trail Trek. The deadline to register is Sept. 1 for the supported three-day ride, which begins on Friday, Sept. 17.[/size]
[size 2]Riders on the Trail Trek will cover 109 miles of the trail over three days, from Friday, Sept. 17 through Sunday, Sept 19. The $125 registration fee includes the trail pass, shuttle service, commemorative souvenirs, refreshments and some meals during each day’s ride. Riders are responsible for accommodations and mechanical support. The ride is open to all bicyclists 14 years of age or older.[/size]
[size 2]The Trail Trek highlights the George S. Mickelson as it winds through the heart of the Black Hills from Edgemont to Lead/Deadwood. The ride began in 1998 as a celebration of the completion of the rails-to-trails project. It continues today to introduce new bicyclists to the trail and thank supporters for their long-standing enthusiasm for the Black Hills trail.[/size]
[size 2]Pre-registration is required by Sept. 1 and can be completed online by visiting www.MickelsonTrail.com and by following the "Trail Trek" link. Materials for registering through the mail can also be downloaded from the trail website or by calling the Black Hills Trails office at (605) 584-3896. [/size]
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[size 2]Riders on the Trail Trek will cover 109 miles of the trail over three days, from Friday, Sept. 17 through Sunday, Sept 19. The $125 registration fee includes the trail pass, shuttle service, commemorative souvenirs, refreshments and some meals during each day’s ride. Riders are responsible for accommodations and mechanical support. The ride is open to all bicyclists 14 years of age or older.[/size]
[size 2]The Trail Trek highlights the George S. Mickelson as it winds through the heart of the Black Hills from Edgemont to Lead/Deadwood. The ride began in 1998 as a celebration of the completion of the rails-to-trails project. It continues today to introduce new bicyclists to the trail and thank supporters for their long-standing enthusiasm for the Black Hills trail.[/size]
[size 2]Pre-registration is required by Sept. 1 and can be completed online by visiting www.MickelsonTrail.com and by following the "Trail Trek" link. Materials for registering through the mail can also be downloaded from the trail website or by calling the Black Hills Trails office at (605) 584-3896. [/size]
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