June 5 Saturday

CC * 50 * 9:30 AM * White Marsh ES (WHM)
Colton Point and Chaptico.  This old Chuck and Gail favorite starts in the heart of Amish country in St. Marys County, and makes its way to the St. Clements Island Potomac River Museum at Colton Point, the site of the first landing of Maryland settlers.  Note: bathroom stop at McDonalds just before Rt. 6.
Steve Palincsar 703/548-1585  Day of ride: 202/439-6665.

June 6 Sunday

CC * 38(H) * 10:00 AM * Glenwood MS (GLW)
New Two County Ride!  Enjoy a new and scenic ride through Howard and Montgomery Counties without the Hipsley Mill Road hills. A few of the roads are new. There is one rest stop at mile 22. I will not ride in the rain or if the road conditions are wet. Please call me if the weather is doubtful. 
Alison Andrews 301/208-0515.

June 12 Saturday

CC * 50 * MD * 9:00 AM * Poolesville HS (POO)
A Pleasant Jaunt From Poolesville.  A nice rolling ride in the country on many familiar roads.  Some hills, but don't worry.  This month we won't do Park Mills Road.  Call if weather is doubtful.
Pat Persson [bizilady2000@yahoo.com] 301-675-9343.

June 13 Sunday

CC * 40 * MD * 9:00 AM * Piney Orchard SC
Happy Trails, BWI Airport to Severna Park.  From Odenton, we will find the bike trail around BWI Airport, then through Glen Burnie on WB&A trail.  There are 16 continuous miles of paved trail, many stops and cross traffic.  Bring snack for stop at mile 16 overlook.  There is one designated rest, although there are many places to buy food along BW&A.  Although most of ride is fairly flat, there is one long steep climb in the last 10 miles.  Some roads are slightly bumpy and trafficky.  After ride lunch at China Wang.  Arrive early for coffee at Wall Street Deli.  Restroom available. [Directions: From Beltway 495 take I-295 (BW Parkway) North, Right on 198, then take 32 East to Odenton.  Right on 175, Right on 170 (Piney Orchard Parkway.)  Go 1.6 miles, SC on left. Alternate directions: from US 50 East, left on 424 (Davidsonville Rd.)  Becomes Conway.  Right on Patauxent, becomes Piney Orchard Parkway.  SC is on right.]  
Jerry Collins 301/641-3415.

CC  * 40+ * MD * 9:00 AM * Davidsonville ES (DAV) * 50/50
Another AA Ride.   Scenic and Shady Ride in AA (Anne Arundel) County. Some Challenging Hills and a Possible Visit to the Local Nudist Colony (bring your suntan lotion). 
Morgan Roberts [CARMTR3086@AOL.COM] 410/798-5187.

CC * 43 * (H) * 9:30AM * Laytonsville Shopping Center (LAV)
Scenic Multi-County Ride.  Enjoy the scenic views of Montgomery and Howard Counties without the extreme hills on Hipsley Mill Rd. There is one rest stop but bring plenty of water. I will not ride in the rain or if the road conditions are wet. Please call me if the weather is doubtful. 
Alison Andrews 301/208-0515.

June 19 Saturday

CC * 65/55/45 (H) * MD * 9:00 AM * Black Hills Regional Park (BLK)
Black Hills Picnic Ride. Something for everyone today - see the article for the whole story and the B description for some particulars (and better directions)!  The 65 mile version is a continuation of the ongoing Century Training Rides led by Peter Gruber. [In case of rain or cancellation, the Century Training Ride will be re-scheduled for Sunday June 20 at the same time and place.]  The shorter versions will be led by Harold Goldstein and Janet Young.  
Peter Gruber [pmgruber@comcast.net] 301/581-0999.
Harold Goldstein and Janet Young [mdbiker@goldray.com] 301/854-0388 - cell for day of ride 202/997-2378.

CC * 43/53(MH) * MD * 9:00 AM * Poolesville HS (POO)
The traditional loop through VA from Poolesville. The longer route will avoid the return along MD route 28. Please remember to bring $1 (exact change) for the ferry! Leader will ride toward the rear. Should the ferry be closed due to high water, we will do a 40ish mile ride on the MD side.
Larry Bouterie [yatnola@yahoo.com] day of ride 301/346-1243 .

June 20 Sunday

CC  * 30+ / 40+* MD * 9:00 am DAVIDSONVILLE ELEM SCHOOL (DAV) * 50/50
Another “AA” Ride.  Scenic and shady ride in AA (Anne Arundel) County. Some hills and a great view of the Chesapeake on the longer distance. Rest stop at Rusty’s in Friendship for breakfast, lunch, or just a snack. Optional distances available.
Morgan Roberts [CARMTR3086@AOL.COM] 410/798-5187.

June 26 Saturday

CC/C * 41/25 * MD * 10:00 AM * Bryans Roads Shopping Center, Bryans Road (BRY) 
Escape From Port Tobacco.  Starting only 15 mi. outside the Beltway we roll thru this historic port town ISO:  a courthouse museum; a scenic view of the Potomac and Port Tobacco Rivers at Chapel Pt.; the Thomas Stone NHS; crossing over John Wilkes Booth’s escape route; up favorites Bumpy Oak and Rose Hill on the way back home. Longer ride gets more climbing. [Directions: From Beltway Exit 3-A take Md 210 (Indian Head Highway) south for 15 miles to town of Bryans Road. Turn right onto Md 227 (Marshall Hall Rd.) and left into shopping center. Park on left.] Greg Westernik [westernik@earthlink.net] 703/866-4098.

CC/C * 44 * MD * 9:45 AM * Sherwood Elementary School (SES)
Olney-Columbia-Glenelg Express.  Scenic ride to southern part of Columbia and then west to Glenelg. Ride back to Olney is somewhat hilly.  Rest stop is in Glenelg at 29 mi.  Optional closer rest stop is available if needed. Route includes many roads not typically encountered on standard PPTC Howard county rides.  Expect some traffic around Columbia.  No go if raining. 
David Blasbalg [tribo@ieee.org] 301/365-3163.

June 27 Sunday

CC(H) * 42 * MD * 9 AM * Laytonsville Village SC (LAV) * 40%
Reverse Laytonsville Loop:  Cycle on one of the most scenic loops as we wind our way from Montgomery, through Howard, & into Carroll counties & back.  Almost as hilly as it is scenic!  The ride leader will ride at a leisurely pace from the rear & leave no one behind.  One rest stop, approximately half way, at a truck stop convenience store.  No go in any precipitation or strong winds.  Please come join me on one of my most favorite rides!  Mobile on ride day: 301-367-9206.  Joel Milano [JoelMilano@comcast.net] H:301/879-7660.