It’s a new year (almost), and with that it means change! Anita has wrapped up 7.5 years since founding the Club, and Jim Berg has completed 4 years on the Board as our trusted treasurer. Although they are moving off the Board as directors, they aren’t moving far and they’ll be keeping busy in other Club capacities! And just so we won’t keep you in suspense any longer, here is your new Board of Directors!

President Extraordinaire: Debbie Parks
Vice-President: Maria Siemiaszko
Secretary: Roberto Almeida
Treasurer: Shabbir Maju
Director: Dennis Benson
Director: Raff Melito
Director: Freda Dong

We look forward to Debbie’s strong leadership as she takes the Club into 2018. She’s got a fabulous support crew around her so the NHCC is in good hands as the NHCC continues to ride for Fun, Fitness and Friendship.

Petra has a nice route planned out in the west end, and in case conditions are too wet and muddy in spots she will reroute the section down New Amherst to the lake. At any rate, wear sturdy shoes or boots and bring water. Social time at Craft to follow.

Start Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot at Westwood and Carlisle
Hike Leader: Petra Hartwig
Distance: approximately 7km

We had a bunch of people take advantage of the special $35 membership rate at our recent Annual Meeting. If you missed out on that opportunity, there is an early bird rate of $40 until Members’ Night in March (date to be announced). After that the price goes up to $45.

Besides saving some money, renewing early means that you won’t have to bring a signed waiver any time you want to participate in any of the off season activities. Our club insurance for 2017 ends in January so we are not covered if you aren’t a member. There is no charge to take part in the the off season activities so if you wish to bring along some friends or family members they also just need to provide the signed waiver form, which can be printed off here.

Evening Hikes! Good news for those missing the Wednesday evening hikes in Port Hope! Jim Berg has offered to lead them again beginning soon. Watch for the post.

Cycle Transitions, our beloved do-it-yourself bicycle shop and cycling safety centre is homeless. We need your support tomorrow night as fellow club members Bruce Bellaire and Rick Nonnekes present their case to the Committee of the Whole meeting at the Town of Cobourg, advocating for the future of CT.

We in the NHCC have all benefitted from Cycle Transitions—whether it’s been a little mechanical assistance to repair your own bike, a venue for some valuable cycling safety training, or to take some winter bicycle maintenance workshops. CT has been instrumental in the NHCC certifying so many Can-Bike safety instructors!

Can you spare a little time tomorrow night to show up at the meeting at the Town Hall? We want the Town of Cobourg to recognize the importance of CT and the value it brings to the citizens of our community. 

Date: Monday November 13
Time: 6–7pm
Location: Cobourg Town Hall, Committee of the Whole meeting

It’s a little chilly for riding but it’s just fine for a hike in the Northumberland Forest. We’ll do the Sweet Fern Loop. Layers work best clothing wise, and bring a drink and snack.

Start Time: 1:00
Meeting Location: Woodland parking lot (east side of 45 north of the boy scout camp)
Distance: 9km
Hike Leader: Maria Siemiaszko

Meet behind Craft Food House for a hike through the east end neighbourhoods with Paul. Coffee and social time at Craft afterwards!

Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot behind Craft Food House
Hike Leader: Paul Mills
Distance: 6 to 7km

Rick is going to take the group out to the east end this week before everyone is welcome to reconvene at Craft Food House for coffee and socializing

Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot at Donegan Park, D’Arcy Street
Hike Length: 6 to 7 km
Hike Leader: Rick Nonnekes

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Don’t be scared to come out for a Hallowe’en morning hike! This hike will take place through parts of Northumberland Forest. The distance is approximately 6km but could be modified based on the weather. Afterwards there will be coffee and social time at Craft Food House.

Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot on Beagle Club Road
Hike Leader: Bruce Bellair

Centreton Saturday, Bewdley Sunday. Nothing can stop NHCC riders eager to get out and enjoy 20C weather…in October! We’re following a route from late July and taking a rest/coffee break at Rhinos. Total trip should be 3-3.5 hours.

Time: 10:00 AM
Ride Level: 3
Start Location: the arena on Furnace Street
Km: 59
Ride Leader: Roberto
Route Maps: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/2552093

As we enter the transition period between cycling and winter activities the Tuesday morning walks will resume. This week the walk will meet in the Mill parking lot and cover the area up to Danforth Road which will included some elevated terrain providing some scenic views.  After the return to the Mill, everyone can head over to Craft Food House for coffee and social time.

Meeting Time:  9:45
Meeting Location:  parking lot at The Mill
Hike Leader:  Roy Martin
Distance:  approx. 7km