The WSC's biking group's inaugural group ride took place on Rockfish River Road (Rt. 617) from about a half-mile east of Route 29 to Old Rockfish Post Office, and on toward Schuyler. [map]

The 14 riders enjoyed perfect summer weather (sunny, highs in the upper 70s). The lightly traveled paved road along Rockfish River offered gentle ups and downs among the wildflowers. At the old post office some riders continued on towards Schuyler while others pedaled back. Afterwards, the group headed to nearby Wood Ridge Farm Brewery.

Group co-Lead Bob Browne (orange shirt in front) coordinated the inaugural WSC Bike ride with the other co-leads, Chuck Thornsvard and Barbara Fenton. Riders included Steve Lorenz, Patty Browne, Sally Bryant, Dennis Bryant, Eric Solomon, Barbara Fen… — Group co-Lead Bob Browne (orange shirt in front) coordinated the inaugural WSC Bike ride with the other co-leads, Chuck Thornsvard and Barbara Fenton. Riders included Steve Lorenz, Patty Browne, Sally Bryant, Dennis Bryant, Eric Solomon, Barbara Fenton, Barb Graves, Tracy Hughes, Gary Madison, Joan Mummery, Steve Partridge, Susan Stewart and Chuck Thornsvard.

“Rockfish River Road quite nice. Beautiful along the water. Not very hilly and very little traffic. Good group.” –Gary Madison

“Excellent ride, slight incline; exactly as you described it.” –Joan Mummery

“Wonderful day. The weather was perfect. The ride was great. I met many new neighbors. This ride was enjoyable because we could talk without traffic; beautiful scenery.” –Tracy Hughes

“Had an awesome time. I enjoyed it.” –Sally Bryant

“Beautiful ride today. A nice quiet road with lots of good scenery. The river is gorgeous.” –Steve Lorenz

“Nice ride.” –Steve Partridge

“Ride was great. Beautiful, right next to river. Easy, enjoyable with a great team. I had fun.” –Eric Solomon