The forecast for tomorrow is sunny to partly cloudy for the morning ride with temps from 73 - 79. For the afternoon ride it will be partly cloudy until 3:30 or so and then there is a threat of thunderstorms. The temps will be in the low 80s. I may send out an e-mail in the late morning if the outlook worsens.
On Wednesday, September 14 - Sterling CMRT and Wachusett Dam
The morning ride will be led by Dena and Vicky. The ride takes us on the beautiful Central Mass Rail Trail.
I will lead the afternoon ride to the amazing Wachusett Dam.
- 9:30 AM - The morning Recreation Ride will leave
- 11:30 we should be back
- Starting Point Map In Sterling center take a left off route 62 onto Waushacum Ave. Just after School St crosses, take a right down a hill on a bumpy driveway. On your right you'll see a store called Oh My Gosh. This is the trailhead parking area for the Central Mass Rail Trail.
- Route Map - Sterling CMRT
- Distance - 16.3 miles.
- Elevation Gain - 467 feet
- Off Road - The trail is off-road but smooth
- Lunch will be at Village Pizza and More
- 12:30 PM The afternoon Fitness Ride leaves
- 2:30 PM We should be back
- Starting Point Map (same as AM ride)
- Route Map - Sterling - Wachusett Dam (in Clinton)
- Distance 14.8 miles
- Elevation Gain - 796 feet
Here is a satellite map of the dam area we'll be visiting. If you haven't been before, it's quite something to see.
My cell is 781-248-2624.
Cheers,
Bill