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Vandalia Trail Brisk Bike Rides 2023-2024 (Plainfield)

One Saturday each month, Nov-March, 9:00 AM - noon, SE corner of Meijer Parking Lot
Nov 11, Dec 8, Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 16

In its 6th winter, this monthly bike ride series in Plainfield by the Friends of the Vandalia Trail is held on one Saturday morning each month, November-March. Whether you're a regular cold weather rider or would like to try it for the first time, come on out and enjoy a relaxed opportunity to embrace winter, try out your cold weather gear and exchange strategies on staying warm on the bike.

Our gathering point is behind Biggby's Coffee and the Metro Diner and in front of Meijer, convenient for a hot drink before and a warm breakfast and shopping after. We'll ride on the nearby Vandalia Trail, just recently extended to 7 miles long, and the intersecting White Lick Creek Trail, then return for breakfast. The planned distance is 10 miles, but the out-&-back route and Plainfield's extensive trail system makes it easy to adjust the length depending on the group and conditions. In the past, ride temperatures have ranged from 11 to 45 degrees and conditions have ranged from dry to snow-covered.

Riders participate at their own risk. Minors must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them. If icy conditions exist or if it is raining, the ride will be canceled.
Visit the Facebook event for more details or last minute updates.
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NRHT, Inc. 2024 Bike Rides (Hendricks County)

April 27, Saturday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Come join the annual NRHT, Inc. bike ride on the Hendricks County Vandalia Trails. We meet at the south end of the parking lot at Plainfield's Aquatic Center, then ride up to 44 miles spanning the full width of Hendricks County featuring the paved Vandalia Trails of Hendricks County Parks & Rec and of the Town of Plainfield, plus county roads in between. We'll also stop for lunch during or after the ride at one of the many options in Amo, Coatesville or Plainfield, wherever the group decides. Visit the link above for more details and any updates.
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Weekly Vandalia Trail Bike Rides (Amo & Plainfield)

May - September, Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM

Amo: 1st, 3rd, & 5th Tuesdays each month (trailhead at 5041 Railroad St.)
Plainfield: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each month (south end of parking lot at Richard A. Carlucci Recreation & Aquatic Center)

From Amo, we'll enjoy the countryside & small towns riding the paved Vandalia Trail to Coatesville (8 miles round trip, 16 miles two round trips) and occasionally part of the packed stone Vandalia Trail in Putnam County, depending on the group.

In Plainfield, we'll ride the paved Vandalia Trail and other connecting trails when more distance is desired. Round trip on the Vandalia Trail is 15 miles.
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12th Annual Coatesville Car Show

July 20, Saturday, 10 AM - 2 PM

The 12th annual Coatesville Car Show will be held just north of the Vandalia Trail. Combine a visit to these festivities with a trip on the Amo-Greencastle Vandalia Trail. We understand that this has become one of the bigger car shows in the state.
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NRHT, Inc. 2024 Bike Rides (Putnam County)

September 21, Saturday, 9:30 AM

Come join the annual NRHT, Inc. bike ride on Putnam Parks & Pathways' and Greencastle's People Pathways trails system (including the Vandalia Trail) now having the most miles of open trail along the NRHT corridor of any county. Meet at the People Pathways gazebo across from the Walmart Supercenter in Greencastle for a 9:30 departure. This year, the event will consist of 2 rides to span most of the width of Putnam County. The 23-mile main ride will feature the paved Campus Link Trail by Greencastle Parks & Recreation and the packed stone Vandalia Trail & Putnam Nature Trail Phase 1 by Putnam Parks & Pathways, plus a bit of paved road in Greencastle. A lunch stop will be available near the end at the annual Fillmore Volunteer Fire Department Chicken BBQ. The 13-mile additional ride will feature the rest of the packed stone Putnam Nature Trail and the rustic Hamrick Station Trail, plus a bit of paved county road between them. Afterwards, as usual, we’ll look to relax a bit at one of the many refreshment options in Greencastle. Some visitors might even consider an overnight stay.
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Airport Loop & Recreational Bike Ride (Indy)

October 5, Saturday, 8:30 AM

Hosted for this 6th year by the White Lick Creek and Vandalia Trail Alliance, the Indianapolis International Airport, and National Road Heritage Trail, Inc., come join the fun biking 4, 10, or 20 miles on the perimeter roads of the Indianapolis International Airport in support of future development of these 2 trails on the west side of Indy, connecting to Plainfield's Vandalia Trail.

Scenic and flat routes of 4, 10, and 20 miles suitable for all riders and all speeds will be available along the North and West Perimeter Roads. One 10-mile full loop of the airport, including several hills and a required minimum riding speed with police escort, will be available for advanced riders.
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