Lopez Island Bike Trip

August 14-16, 2009

$450

Who is this trip for?

This trip is for women who wants to go on a weekend long bike adventure. Lopez is considered a great place to bike because it is relatively flat! It also provides beautiful scenery, a vineyard, local farms, amazing architecture, and a quaint downtown. We will bike about twenty miles on Saturday - we'll visit Shark Reef Park, check out the local village and taste some Lopez wines. We will camp at a state park located on the water. Sunday morning we will explore on foot the southern end of the island to Iceberg Point. You don't have to be an avid biker for this trip.

What kind of activities will we be doing?

The intent of this weekend retreat is to enjoy making new friends, to spend some time relaxing and getting to check out the island in a supportive, non-competitive atmosphere. Friday will be focused on setting up camp and getting bikes and gear ready for Saturday's ride. Saturday we will bike around the island and Sunday we will pack up camp and go for a hike before catching the ferry.

What is the fitness level of this course?

We want our trips to be inclusive to all types of women who enjoy the outdoors On this trip, the fitness level is Moderate - we will bike about twenty miles in two days. We do not expect you to have road biking experience. We suggest that all participants spend some time biking prior to the trip to prevent injuries.

Where are we going and how will we get there?

We will be leaving from Olympic Outfitters, downtown Olympia on Friday at 9 am. We will camp Friday night and Saturday night on the island. We will spend Saturday biking on Lopez Island. We will be back to Olympia early evening on Sunday.

What do I need to bring?

This time of year the weather could be variable. Although it is July, be prepared for rain and cold, and hope for sun!

· Toiletries (tooth brush, small toothpaste, comb, small bottle of lotion, purell, tissues) Be mindful that with backpacking, everything you choose to bring you carry on your back! We suggest leaving things like shampoo, deodorant, makeup, etc at home. There is no place to use such products in the wilderness.

· Medications

· Sleeping bag & Sleeping pad

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Biking-

o Comfortable, sturdy shoes, 2 pairs well fitting socks

o Water bottle(s)

o Rain coat and/or pants (optional)

o Fleece or wool sweater

o Quick dying pants (i.e. Nylon)

o T Shirt (cotton does not dry quickly so we suggest something synthetic)

o Long underwear bottoms and top (Capilene or synthetic)

o Underwear, sports-bra

o Winter hat, gloves, sunglasses

o Camera

o Small notebook and pen

o Bowl, mug, silverware

What will Women Who Wander supply?

We will provide the group with food, cooking supplies, tents, and water filtration system. We'll take care of all the logistics and safety. The course fee covers the cost of gas and the ferry - we will carpool in Women Who Wander vehicles. Participants are responsible for bringing their own bicycle and helmet. We have some gear to loan participants, if needed.

What will the itinerary look like?

Depending on the needs and desires of the group, our itinerary will change. We plan on the weekend going something along these lines:

Friday -

9 am - Carpool meets at Olympic Outfitters, carpool to camp ground

4 pm - Set up camp, Happy Hour

6 pm - Dinner

8 pm - Group activities, bike maintenance

9 pm - Relaxing … sleep

Saturday -

7 am - Coffee, tea, breakfast

9am - Off we go to see the island!

4 pm - Back to camp...Happy Hour drinks and snacks

5:30 - Dinner

8 pm - Group activities, relaxing …

Sunday -

7 am - Coffee, tea, breakfast

9 am - Hike in beautiful Iceburg Point park

12:30 pm - Catch ferry back to Anacortes

Late afternoon - Drive home

Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy

Half the course fee is due as a deposit at time of registering. Full payment is due on the first day of the trip.

Cancellations Prior to Trip

70 % of your deposit will be refunded if you must cancel your reservation 7-30 days before the trip.

25% will be refunded if you cancel 4 - 7 days prior to trip.

0% will be refunded if you cancel 3 days or fewer prior to the trip.

I want to go! How do I sign up?

You can contact Maggie Ellis and Leann Waggoner two ways.

1. Email us at womenwhowander@gmail.com

2. Call us! Leann 360-870-0753 or Maggie 202-222-5334

We will email or send you a registration packet. Please fill out and return to us with your deposit (50% of course fee). Cash and checks payable to Women Who Wander are accepted.