THE FRENCH & PICKERING CREEKS CONSERVATION TRUST PROUDLY PRESENTS ITS 7th ANNUAL

French Creek Iron Tour
Cycling for Open Space

Sunday, June 14, 2009 

Come ride the Iron Furnace country and have a blast! The French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust preserves open space where iron blast furnaces and forges served as cornerstones of industry in colonial Pennsylvania – hence “Iron Tour.” 

When you ride in the French Creek Iron Tour, you have a direct impact on the preservation of the pristine countryside that surrounds you. Join hundreds of other riders who want keep this beautiful area unspoiled, now and for future generations. 

Since 1967, the French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust has protected more than 8,500 acres of open space in northern Chester County.  Your participation in the Iron Tour helps us to continue these efforts.

 
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Ride Features

  • Rides for all levels, from beginners to accomplished cyclists
  • 10, 20, 35, 50, 66, 75, and 100 mile course options
  • Well marked courses and cue sheets
  • SAG support
  • 3 covered bridges on most routes
  • Quiet, lightly traveled roads and scenic countryside

Amenities

  • Fully stocked rest stops (beverages, fresh fruit, snacks)
  • FREE T-shirt if you register by June 4
  • After the ride, enjoy
    • FREE lunch
    • FREE musical entertainment
    • Great picnic spot and playground for families
    • Professional massage ($10 gratuity)

Requirements

  • All participants must wear a bicycle helmet and sign a waiver
  • Use of headphones, earbuds, etc. while riding is strictly prohibited
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

 

Rides for all ages!

 

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Location

Kimberton Fire Company Fairgrounds
61 Firehouse Lane
Kimberton, Pennsylvania 19442

Enter Fairgrounds from Route 113

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Discounts

Save $5 when you preregister for the Iron Tour. (In order to qualify, payment must be received by June 11.)

Members of the French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust receive an additional $10 discount on Iron Tour registration. Not yet a member? Click here to join today!

Schedule

6:45 am      Registration opens for 75 and 100 mile rides
7:15-10:00 am   Registration open for all rides
7:15-8:00 am   75 and 100 mile rides begin
8:00-8:30 am   50 and 66 mile rides begin
 9:00-9:30 am   35 mile ride begins
9:30-10:00 am   20 mile ride begins
 10:00-10:30 am   10 mile ride begins 
4:30 pm   Ride support ends

PLEASE NOTE: The French Creek Iron Tour takes place rain or shine.

Questions...?

Please contact the French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust at 484-639-7393 or 484-919-7365, or by e-mail.