TBN Weekend Trips

Note: If you want to help out on one of the following weekend trips or have a great idea for a trip, contact David Maclean, Weekend Trips Co-ordinator, 416-482-8033. The most recent version of our weekend trips policy can be found here and a helpful step-by-step guide to organizing a weekend trip à la TBN is available here in Adobe Acrobat format.

Please note: most TBN trips sell out, usually well in advance, so don't be disappointed and sign up now! Cancellaton policy: if you cancel less than ten days from the trip date, and a replacement can't be found, you will be liable for the full cost of the trip.

DateTrip
May 21-24, 2010 Allegany Amble
Jun 19-20, 2010Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Overnight - Waiting List
Jun 25-27, 2010Wroxeter Wromp - Sold Out
Jul 16-18, 2010Rock Point Relaxer - Sold Out
Aug 27-29, 2010Presqu'ile Prescription - Sold Out
Oct 8-11, 2010Letchworth State Park Thanksgiving Trip

May 21-24, 2010  Allegany Amble
It's not spring yet but, cycling season will soon be here! Once again, TBN will be hosting this popular long weekend trip. Allegany State Park is located approximently one hour south of Buffalo in Upstate New York, USA. We will be staying in rustic four person, two bedroom cabins near the lake. Rides vary from 40 to 120 km through scenic rolling to hilly terrain and are suitable for Country Cruise to Sportif riders. Mountain biking and excellent hiking is also available within the park. Meals will be a cabin group effort. We head into Ellicottville for dinner on Saturday night followed by a pot luck dinner on Sunday at the main lodge. Come and join in on the fun! Limited space is available on a first paid basis. The cost is $90.00 per person. Apply/questions by email to allegany@tbn.ca Please include your phone number(s) and any other pertinent contact information. Car pooling might be available.

Jun 19-20, 2010 Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Overnight - Waiting List
For 17 years now, we've cycled this lovely route that gets you to the heart of Niagara Falls on scenic and traffic-free back roads. From Toronto's High Park, 168 km each way. From Stoney Creek, 90 km each way. We provide maps, luggage transfer and motel accommodation. You provide your free-wheeling, determined spirit. For those training for the Hairshirt (June 27, 2010) or just looking for a challenge, optional "scenic" 187 and 200 km routes from High Park on the first day. Register online. Price includes maps, luggage transfer and motel accommodation:
1 person in one room: $110.00
2 persons in double room (two queen beds): $60.00 each
Non-members are welcome for an additional $10 each.
Map and luggage transfer only: $15.

Jun 25-27, 2010 Wroxeter Wromp - Sold Out
Stay at the Falls Reserve Conservation Area on the winding Maitland river. The closest urban centre is Goderich which is known as "Canada's Prettiest Town." The area offers great cycling, swimming, and hiking. We will be camping on a group site Friday and Saturday night. Provided will be two pancake breakfasts and provisions for two light lunches. Saturday night dinner will be potluck. The cost is $35 for TBN members and $40 for non-members. This event is sold out and the waiting list is also full. For more info contact Paul & Brenda, wroxeter@tbn.ca or 905-567-1035 (email preferred, no voice mail.)

Jul 16-18, 2010 Rock Point Relaxer - Sold Out
Cycle along the Lake Erie shoreline starting from Rock Point Provincial Park. Enjoy the company of fellow cyclists camping on a group site Friday and Saturday night. Provided will be two pancake breakfasts and provisions for two light lunches. Saturday night dinner will be potluck. Please book before July 11th. The cost is $35 for TBN members and $40 for non-members. Download the sign up sheet in pdf or word format. For more info contact Paul and Brenda at rockpoint@tbn.ca or 905-567-1035 (email preferred, no voice mail.)

Aug 27-29, 2010 Presqu'ile Prescription - Sold Out
Cycle the scenic Prince Edward County area starting from Presqu'ile Provincial Park. In the evening enjoy a starlight walk to the lighthouse or just relax around the campfire. We will be camping on a group site Friday and Saturday night. Provided will be two pancake breakfasts and provisions for two light lunches. Saturday night dinner will be potluck. Please book before August 22nd. The cost is $35 for TBN members and $40 for non-members. Download the sign up sheet from the TBN website in pdf or word format. For more info contact Paul and Brenda, presquile@tbn.ca or 905-567-1035 (email preferred, no voice mail.)

Oct 8-11, 2010 Letchworth State Park Thanksgiving Trip
Thanksgiving is almost here! Join TBN at Letchworth State Park, New York, for Thanksgiving weekend. Known as the Grand Canyon of the East, Letchworth State Park is located 95 km south east of Buffalo, on the scenic Genesee River. Considered to be one of the top 100 parks in the U.S., the 14,350 acre park with its river flowing through an incredible gorge that is up to 550 feet high, has three major water falls, exceptional vistas, hiking and biking trails as well as picturesque seasonal Fall colours. We will be staying in rustic four-person cabins by the Genesee River. Activities will include informal cycling and hiking. Meals will be a cabin group effort. A group participation Thanksgiving dinner is planned for the Sunday night. Cost is $75.00 CAD per member. Limited spaces are available on a first-come basis. Sign-up/questions to TBN’s email weekendtrips@tbn.ca Please include your phone number(s) and any other pertinent information. Car pooling may be available.

Stay tuned. More great trips are in the works!