Minimum amount needed to raise: $1600.00 (this covers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and accommodations, a ferry ride from Valdez to Whittier, and many bikes to schools and healthcare facilities in Africa that need them!!!) -PLUS- $50.00 non-refundable registration fee
Miles: Approximately 365 miles. Average miles per day will be 52 with one 84 mile day. There will be one rest day in Valdez after the 84 mile day. A support vehicle will be available.
Accommodations & Meals: 1 night at a private residence, 2 nights in a school, and 3 nights in “Alaska” style lodges. Breakfast, lunch, and 6 dinners will be provided. Bikers will be responsible for all drinks, desserts, and all meals on the rest day as well as any extra activities.
July 15, 2011 arrive in Anchorage and assemble bikes.
Day 1: Anchorage to Knik River Lodge (63 miles). Spend the remainder of the day at Knik River Lodge relaxing or participating in the many activities available including a jetboat ride down the Knik River or aerial glacier viewing. A delicious dinner and breakfast will be served in a yurt.
Day 2: Knik River Lodge to Sheep Mountain Lodge (64 miles). Spend the rest of the day relaxing, hiking, taking a tour of the glaciers, or soaking in the hot tub. Dinner will be at the Lodge.
Day 3: Sheep Mountain Lodge to Tolsona Lake Resort (56.5 miles). Spend the rest of the day relaxing, hiking, or fishing, or enjoy the sauna and hot tub at their spa. Dinner will be at the Lodge.
Day 4: Tolsona Lake Resort to Tonsina River Lodge (54 miles). Spend the rest of the day relaxing in their Russian sauna, soaking in the hot tub, or schedule a massage. There is also fishing, aerial sightseeing, and hiking. Dinner will be at the Lodge. Russian food is their specialty.
Day 5: Tonsina River Lodge to Valdez (84 miles). Lodging will be at the Valdez Junior High School.
Day 6: A rest day in Valdez. There are many activities available from hiking to kayaking and many more.
Day 7: Board the ferry in Valdez to Whittier. Bike from Whittier to Anchorage (60 miles). The trip ends at April’s house.
Bike Rental Shops in Anchorage:
http://www.alaska-bike-rentals.com/default.aspx
Anchorage has many bike shops that might rent bikes as well.
VALDEZ CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
http://www.valdezalaska.org/
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