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Cycle the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and historic back-country roads

Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM (PT)

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Hybrid Bikes recommended for this combo paved and gravel road trip.   Fully supported ride.

May 10: The Dalles Military Road, loop: Begin Thomas Condon Center.. Ride through Picture Gorge,  and take the well-maintained gravel road  along the historic Dalles Military Road to Antone. Then hit the highway, and coast most of the way back to the Thomas Center. Mostly gradual grades, with total climb of  1500 feet. Explore this route of early paleontologists , prospectors, and US Cavalry. Learn about regional geology and Oregon’s history along the way. 40 miles, out and back. Meet, 9 AM, at the Thomas Condon Center, John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Return, 3 PM. Lunch and sag wagon provided. $45 covers costs of food, snacks, Sag Wagon, Field Trip guidebook and carbon neutral contribution.