October 2 Saturday

CC * 45 * 10:00 AM * Riley's Lock * (RIL)
Yin Yang Ride- A George Haas Ride.  A rolling ride with varied terrain and beautiful views. There is a scheduled rest stop at mile 20.7. I will look for another before the ride. Helmets, please. No go if rain or wet roads. Pace is of no concern, as ride leader will sweep the ride. Delicious muffins for before and/or after the ride.  
Sweeping Sandy Muffin Mirman [Sanford.Mirman@Verizon.net] 301/279-2349.

October 3 Sunday

CC * 35 * MD * 9:30 AM * Piney Orchard SC
Lunch at South River!  From Denton, we will ride the WB&A trail for two miles, then wind through Crownsville for a lunch stop at Mike's on the South River.  There are winding roads, some hills, some traffic, spectacular waterfront scenery.  Stop at Caribou Coffee on return trip.  I will try to keep a CC pace and wait for everybody on the hills.  Coffee and restroom available at Wall Street Deli before ride. [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 * 43 * MD * 10:00 AM * Laytons Villiage SC * (LAV) 
Let us Enjoy Hipsley Mill Road Again. The new bridge is finished and we have avoided this hill all summer long. It's time to ride on that road before winter sets in. There is one rest stop on the ride. As usual, I will not ride in the rain so call if the weather is doubtful. 
Alison Andrews 301/208-0515.

October 9 Saturday

CC * 51/41 * MD * 9:30 AM * Poolesville HS (POO) * 50% 
Sugarloaf 905. Scenic tour on beautiful country roads around Sugarloaf Mountain. The ride is moderately hilly and you will accumulate a total climb of 905 Meters (about 2970 feet) on the longer option. Call leader if weather is doubtful. 
Peter Gruber [pmgruber@comcast.net] 301/581-0999.

October 10 Sunday

CC * 49 * MD * 10:00 AM * Thurmont Community Park (TCP)
Three Covered Bridges and a Bullfrog. A gently rolling tour through some of Frederick County's most scenic terrain. With any luck, we'll have some pretty autumn leaf displays to enjoy as we visit all three of Frederick County's covered bridges and the outskirts of Gettysburg.
Steve Palincsar [palincss@his.com] 703/548-1585 Day of ride: 202/439-6665.

October 11 Monday (Columbus Day)

CC * 43/53(MH) * MD * 9 AM * Poolesville HS (POO) * DRY * 40 
Traditional Loop Through VA from Poolesville.  All levels are welcome. Join the now regulars for the final (?) edition of the 2004 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.

October 16 Saturday

C/CC * 36/43 * MD * 10 AM * Hagerstown Park & Ride
Antietam and Beyond. This popular ride starts up again, with a gentle leader who cares more about the history than going at a fast pace. This scenic ride, with a few hills and many flat stretches goes through the Antietam valley, crosses many early nineteenth-century stone bridges; and both the long and shorter rides tour Antietam Battlefield.  In case this ride is rained out, we shall attempt to go on Sunday October 17.  Call ride leaders to confirm should the weather be uncertain.  [Directions: I-270 north to Frederick; bear right onto I-70 west to Hagerstown. Exit at Rt. 65 south (Sharpsburg Pike), turn right at H.K. Douglas Drive (between Wendy's and Cracker Barrel--also note sign to MVA and State Police), turn right into Park & Ride.] 
Willis and Carter Van Devanter [dutchman@aya.yale.edu] 301/972-7298 or on day of ride 301/704-7863.

CC * 33 * MD * 10:00 AM * Laytons Villiage SC * (LAV) 
To Lisbon and Back.  Enjoy a quick trip to Lisbon and back on a Saturday morning and be back in time to enjoy the rest of the day. There is no rest stop on this ride however, I can direct people to a rest stop if needed. As usual, I will not ride in the rain so call if the weather is doubtful. 
Alison Andrews 301/208-0515.

October 17 Sunday

CC * 30+/50+ * MD * 9:00 AM * DAVIDSONVILLE ES (DAV) * 50/50
Another AA Ride.  Scenic and Shady Ride in AA (Anne Arundel) County. Some Hills and a Possible Visit to the Local Nudist Colony. Optional Distances Available.
Morgan Roberts [CARMTR3086@AOL.COM] 1-410-798-5187.

October 23 Saturday

C/CC * 25/41 * MD * 9:00 AM * Bryans Roads SC (BRY)
Bicycle Pilgrimage to Mount Carmel.  Enjoy discovering the history of Charles County on rolling routes with some short hills. Stop at the country's first Carmelite monastery for its Pre-Christmas Sale with gift shop sales, crafts, baked goods and raffle. The longer route has one of Maryland's most scenic views from St. Ignatius Church at Chapel Point. (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 before Safeway.)
Jim/Jane Hudnall [jim@ohbike.org] 301/567-0089.

October 24 Sunday

CC(H) * 47 * 10:00 AM * Laytons Village SC (LAV)
Hot, Hilly and no Shade. This is a very hilly but scenic ride from Laytonsville to Dickenson and back via Clarksburg. This is a new ride. Strong CC riders and B riders are welcome. If you want a challenge, this is the ride for you. There is one rest stop at mile 22 but there are two additional rest stops for those who need it. Please call the day of ride if the weather is doubtful. 
Corinne Moriatis [c_moriatis@yahoo.com] cell: 301/466-2586.

October 30 Saturday

C/CC(H) * 40/55 * MD * 10:00 AM * Glenwood Middle School (GLW)
Glenwood Gambol.  A fine, scenic, Howard County jaunt that won't be too hilly but, after all, it is Howard county.
Janet Young and Harold Goldstein [mdbiker@goldray.com] 301/854-0388 ... cell for day of ride 202/997-2378.

October 31 Sunday

CC(H) * 42 * MD * 10 AM * Laytonsville Village SC (LAV) * 40deg/40%
In Search of The Great Pumpkin: 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 true “CC” pace and try not to leave anyone behind. One rest stop, approximately half way, at a truck stop convenience store. No go in any precipitation, wet roads or strong winds. Will leave cue sheets on the hood of my car for any latecomers, just please sign in. Please come join me on one of my favorite rides! 
Joel Milano [JoelMilano@comcast.net] H: 301/879-7660. Mobile day of ride: 301/367-9206. 

CC * 30+/40+ * MD * 9:00 AM * DAVIDSONVILLE ES (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] 1-410-798-5187