It’s a little short notice, but hey we’ve got this little New Years tradition. We usually go for either a bike ride or a hike on the first day of the year, and this time it’s going to be a Hike followed by a potluck at Randy & Anita’s house afterward and some social time. Probably a good idea to wear some suitable footwear in case we hit some muddiness on the hike. All are welcome to join us, either for the hike, the potluck, or both. Feel free to bring a friend or neighbour! If you need our address please email us nhcycling2010@gmail.com and we’ll send it along.

Please bring your favourite beverage and something to share at our potluck. We’ll have the necessary dishes and utensils.

Date: Friday, January 1st
Hike/Walk: 2:00pm
Potluck: 4:00pm
Address: Email us for the address

We’ve come a long way in 5 years! This is a video of our first ride as an official “Club”. Thanks to James Barnes for the capturing the memories for us! Either view the video below, or click on the link here if it doesn’t display in your browser window.

It’s time for us to have some reeeeeeaaaalll spooky fun! On October 31st we’re having a Spooky Halloween Ride/Hike & Potluck at the home of Randy & Anita and all NHCC members are invited. Dress up in your favourite costume, bring a spooky contribution for the potluck along with your favourite beverage. We’ll head out either for a hike or maybe a short bike ride, depending on the weather. Then, of course we’ll mingle and just plain be like a bunch of kids, eating creepy food and drinking scary liquids. If it happens to be great weather we’ll plan a bonfire!

Date: Saturday October 31, 2015
Time (Ride/hike): 4:00pm
Time (Spooky social event): 6:00
What to bring: A contribution for the potluck and your favourite drink, and wear something fun!

RSVP, Important! All NHCC club members are welcome but since it’s taking place at our home, we’d really like to know how many to anticipate. Please RSVP by sending us a quick email telling us you’re coming. If you’d like to bring your significant other, let us know too. RSVP by email here. We’ll send you our address!

Dear Friends,
Randy and I want to take a moment to thank all our friends in the NHCC who helped to make our recent marriage celebration such fun, and so memorable. We loved seeing all those blue jerseys and happy smiling faces at the town hall after our ceremony. We’ve always said it feels like everyone in the Club is like family to us, and you sure did make it feel that way for us with your cheering and enthusiasm!

We also want to say that we are especially grateful and thankful for the unexpected and very generous gifts from our “Friends in the NHCC”. We will be dining in style for some time to come! For those who came to the outdoor celebration in the evening at Randy’s house, thank you for braving the elements to celebrate with us. Your presence seemed to diminish the outside temps and made us feel warm and cozy.

Randy and Anita

This week we’ll be riding a route Brian Hedney designed for the NHCC a few years ago. The “Western Wanderer” starts at the Gilmers Home Hardware parking lot in order to avoid climbing out of Port Hope. By the way, for those who aren’t sure how it works, the format of the Level 3 and 4 rides are such that we do the same ride on both Thursday and then again on Sunday morning.

Date: Thursday, May 14th
Time: 10:00am
Level of Difficulty: Level 3 or Level 4 (Click here to review the expectations)
Route Map: Printable route map here
Start Location:Gilmers Home Hardware parking lot in Port Hope under the big sign.
Ride Coordinator: Anita Macklin
Bring your membership card or completed membership/guest rider form and payment.

Leaving a comment: Why do we ask you to do this? Sometimes people are apprehensive about coming out for a ride because they believe there won’t be anyone to ride with at their pace. Leaving a comment to indicate that you’ll be joining us and what level you plan to ride helps reassure others and allows them to plan ahead.

The hike is on, rain or shine. Heck, even if it rains, thats what raincoats and boots are for!

Start time: 6:00pm
Start location: Port Hope Town Hall
Hike leader: George Hussey

Please leave a comment to let George know you will be there.

Everyone seemed to enjoy it last week and most if us saw areas of Port Hope we never knew existed. We saw gigantic fish, hills and valleys, and a little wilderness. We will meet again on Wednesday and head out into parts unknown (or known). 🙂

Time: 6pm
Location: Port Hope Town Hall parking lot
Hike Leader: George Hussey

Let George know if you are planning to attend. Leave a comment, please.

The NHCC Annual General Meeting is approaching in November (date to be announced) and we are looking for interested individuals willing to invest some time, expertise, and enthusiasm in helping the NHCC continue to grow and become even more awesome! It’s an opportunity for those who love cycling and what the NHCC represents, to get involved and help us further our goals by being elected to the NHCC Board of Directors.

The Board consists of 5 Directors who meet 4-6 times annually, typically at a director’s home. Some club business may be conducted via email from time to time if appropriate. Once assembled, the Board will decide on a meeting schedule that’s most convenient for it’s members. You may also be asked to get involved in various activities where your expertise and interests could really assist.

There are 2 positions open for the 2015 Board of Directors, each for a term of 3 years.

We are looking for individuals who may have one or more of the following skills:

• Cycling and related skills including safety training, first-aid, ride leader experience, and/or cycle touring experience
• Administrative, legal, accounting, or other related skills
• Marketing and promotion
• Website management and communication skills
• Not-for-profit corporation compliance experience
• Geographic representation
• Previous board experience
• Prepared to take on Board officer positions (ex. president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer)
• A keen interest in volunteering and willingness to learn

Making a Nomination

If you feel that either you or someone else has the spirit to truly make a difference, please complete the nomination form below: