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The Cherry County Century ATTENTION: RESCHEDULED!!
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Cherry County. It's a big one - the biggest in Nebraska. No surprise then that you'd find a 100 mile bike ride out here that crosses two of Nebraska's greatest rivers (Niobrara and Snake) and winds through some of the most pristine Sandhills terrain known to man. of course, August is a tough month on the high plains with hot wind and little rain to aggravate the rolling topography, so this ride will likely challenge the toughest. If you haven't yet seen this part of the planet - you now have a great reason!
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...what
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Dusty back then, dusty today. Snakes back then - more and bigger today. The difference is ...now there's a lot more cattle than buffalo OR people!
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...where
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North-central Nebraska. Starting and finishing in Valentine - the Heart City!
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...when
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You guessed - a hot Saturday in October: October 7, 2006, 9 AM, CST.
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...how
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'spose you could do this on mountain bike (or any other mode you'd choose) BUT, the route was picked just so the road bikes of the world could come along too. It's all asphalt!
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...who
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No, you mean the other who - like who is behind this gig? The Minnechaduza Foundation, a public charity 501(c)3 based in Valentine, seeks to promote health among Great Plains dwellers. Our most important initiaves focus on child abuse prevention, services to abuse children, and elder fall reduction. 2006 has been a spectacular year for these initiatives. The Foundation sponsors events that demonstrate the upper range of health, such as fitness and recreational runs and walks, as a platform for both awareness and inspiration. The Cherry County Century is an opportunity for both. The Foundation also supports scientific investigation into health problems that prevail here in the Plains, as well as supporting cultural and historical diversity of peoples that inhabit this region. Contact the Foundation today if you'd like to help (402-376-8027)! |
...100 mile map
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Or, just enter and ride this thing!
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...pre-register
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The Cherry County Century!
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What is the the Cherry County Century?
Valentine's first and only 100 mile bike ride!
Where is the Cherry County Century?
Start: Valentine, Nebraska at the Cowboy Trailhead
Where's Valentine: intersection of Nebraska Highway's 83 and 20 in North-North Central Nebraska.
When is the Cherry County Century happening?
October 7, 2006; 9 AM CST. Don't forget it!
How will I feel after I have completed the Cherry County Century?
Don't ask and we'll make no promises!
Who should ride this century?
Anybody with a solid distance base, a well-working bicycle, and an unshakeable hankering for so August, outdoor adventure punishment!
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