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Welcome to the HBC Williamsburg event page!  Look below to see the list of scheduled rides ordered by pace or go to the Ride Calendar to see the rides ordered by day.   If you plan to join a ride, click on the "Book This Event!" button.   This way everyone will be able to see who else is joining a particular ride.

Recommended Ride With GPS Routes are in the HBC Club Account in a collection called "Williamsburg, Virginia".  Here is the link to the Ride With GPS Routes for Williamsburg.  

Please click on the "Book this Event" button on the ride to indicate if you plan to join that ride.  NOTE: this is not mean to be the ONLY rides offered.  These are just the rides that the local Williamsburg Area Bicyclists members have volunteered to lead.  As always, and similar to the Finger Lakes Rides, there will be solicitations for other rides to be led by HBC members as well.

Important Dates and Times:

Thursday, 09/24 

  • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM - Hospitality in the HBC Townhouse - Appetizers, healthy snacks, sweets, and non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This trip is BYOB; please feel free to bring your own drinks.
  • 5:00 PM – HBC GROUP MEETING to review weekend plans, rides, and add-ons. Please try to attend.

Friday, 09/25 

  • 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM - Coffee, tea, and light breakfast items will be available in the HBC townhouse starting at 7:00 AM.
  • Bike Rides – see schedule below or on the Ride Calendar.
  • 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – Happy Hour at Spoke & Art Provisions  with "The Wheelmen" band (R. Nevins is a member)  https://www.spokeandart.com
    Address: 3449 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23185 – Phone: 757-808-5278
    Participants are responsible for their own purchases.

There will be no hospitality time at the HBC townhouse this evening.

Saturday, 09/26

  • 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM - Coffee, tea, and light breakfast items will be available in the HBC townhouse.
  • Bike Rides – see schedule below or on the Ride Calendar.  Jamestown Ferry and Surry County highlights
  • 8:00 PM  - Whispers of Williamsburg Haunted Ghost Tour with add-ons – 90 Minutes
    • Price: $33 per person – payable to Sue Casto- HBC Group Reservation
    • Saturday, September 26th –  Starts at 8:00 PM (Please arrive by 7:45 PM)
    • Meeting Point:  West Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg, VA.
    • All ghost tours meet on Duke of Gloucester Street, in front of the Kimball Theater, located at 424 W. Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square.
    • Join us for an exciting and spooky interactive walking tour as we learn about the town's history and uncover little-known stories about Colonial Williamsburg. Paranormal stories and candlelight add an interesting twist to this walking tour. 

Sunday, 09/27 – Last Day of trip

  • 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM - Coffee, tea, and light breakfast items will be available in the HBC townhouse.
  • Bike Rides – see schedule below or on the Ride Calendar.
  • 10:00 AM – you may request a later check-out time; it is up to the hotel to approve.

Entire Trip Agenda: Williamsburg VA Trip_ Revised Agenda

Thanks for joining us on the Williamsburg Trip!  

Sue Casto and Rick Nevins / Trip Organizers
Sue Cell – 717-891-6348
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25 Sep
Powhatan - Colonial Williamsburg & Jamestown Scenic Ride
Powhatan Resorts
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
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Powhatan - Colonial Williamsburg & Jamestown Scenic Ride
Book Capacity 8/50 Prices Free event
Date Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
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Ride Description

This route provides a tour of Colonial Williamsburg (CW) and Historic Jamestown Island. The route proceeds first to CW and passes by many of the historic buildings such as the Governor's Palace and the colonial Capital building. After leaving CW, a quick trip through the William & Mary Campus, then on to the Williamsburg Winery. After a stop at the winery, the route gets on the Colonial Parkway and proceeds around Jamestown Island. A restroom stop at the Glass Blowing exhibit can be taken prior to the Island loop. After the Island loop, this route proceeds on the Virginia Capital Trail and returns to the Powhatan Resorts, but if more miles are desired, they can easily be added by going west on the Virginia Capital Trail, before doubling back towards Spoke & Art.

Leader
Rick Nevins
Meeting Point
In front of Manor House
Distance
35 miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan Williamsburg - Jamestown Scenic Tour - 34 mi
25 Sep
Powhatan - Sandy Point Loop
Powhatan Resorts
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
[C Pace]
Powhatan - Sandy Point Loop
0/50 Free event
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Ride Description

This is an easy route that starts at the Powhatan and does the "Sandy Point Loop" a local favorite. Most of the ride is on the Virginia Capital Trail, except for about 14 miles on rural Charles City County Roads and Monticello which has a bike lane. A rest stop is available at the Breezin' convenience store at mile 18. Optional stops at Chickahominy Riverfront Park and Spoke & Art.

Leader
Will and Diane Ameen (WAB Members)
Meeting Point
In front of Manor House
Ride Classification
Select from List
Distance
32 Miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan Virginia Capital Trail Sandy Point 32 miles
25 Sep
Powhatan - Charles City
Powhatan Resorts
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
[C Pace]
Powhatan - Charles City
0/50 Free event
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Ride Description

This route begins at the Powhatan Resorts and goes largely on the Virginia Capital Trail to Charles City and back. There is a great lunch spot in Charles City (Cul's Courthouse Grill). On the way back, consider stopping by Spoke & Art for a refreshment or just to enjoy their deck prior to returning to the Powhatan.

Leader
Jim and Martha Gullo (WAB Members)
Meeting Point
In front of Manor House
Distance
43 Miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan Resorts to Charles City 43 Mi
26 Sep
Powhatan - Surry County Loop
Powhatan Resorts
Saturday, 09/26 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
[C Pace]
Powhatan - Surry County Loop
0/50 Free event
Saturday, 09/26 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
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Ride Description

This route starts from the Powhatan Resorts and takes the ferry over to Surry County. After passing through the small town of Surry, pleasant country roads take you to Chippokes State Park, which lies along the James River. Visit the Farm Museum at the park, or just enjoy a break before making your way back to the ferry to return. There is no fee to ride the ferry and bicycles are permitted to ride onto the ferry - the attendants will instruct you where to position your bicycles. Restrooms are available on the ferry, in Surry and at Chippokes State Park. NOTE: Ride With GPS distance is shown as 35 miles but excluding the ferry ride, this is a 30 mile route.

Leader
Raul Zavellos (WAB Member)
Meeting Point
In front of Manor House
Distance
30 Miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan - Surry County - Chippokes - 30 Miles
27 Sep
Powhatan - Jamestown Island
Powhatan Resorts
Sunday, 09/27 8:30 am - 10:30 am
[C Pace]
Powhatan - Jamestown Island
0/50 Free event
Sunday, 09/27 8:30 am - 10:30 am
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Ride Description

Let's get in one more ride before returning to Harrisburg.  This short tour of Jamestown Island begins and ends at Powhatan Resorts. The island offers two loops: a shorter one of 3 miles and a longer 5 mile version. Technically a pass to ride the Island is required but this is not enforced. If you have a Senior Lifetime National Park pass that is accepted.

Leader
Raul Zavellos (WAB Member)
Meeting Point
Manor House
Distance
17 miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Williamsburg Powhatan to Historic Jamestowne Island 17 mi

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25 Sep
Powhatan - Charles City
Powhatan Resorts
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Powhatan - Charles City
1/50 Free event
Friday, 09/25 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Ride Description

This route begins at the Powhatan Resorts and goes largely on the Virginia Capital Trail to Charles City and back. There is a great lunch spot in Charles City (Cul's Courthouse Grill). 

Leader
Hal Michael (WAB Member)
Meeting Point
In front of Manor House
Distance
43 Miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan Resorts to Charles City 43 Mi
26 Sep
Powhatan - Smithfield
Powhatan Resorts
Saturday, 09/26 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
[C+ Pace]
Powhatan - Smithfield
2/50 Free event
Saturday, 09/26 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
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Ride Description

When you exclude the distance on the ferry, this is approximately a 60 mile route to Smithfield and back. There are several great lunch spots available in Smithfield. The route is mostly on very quiet country roads. The return trip goes by Chippokes Plantation State Park which makes a nice stop but keep in mind the extra time consumed by taking the ferry.  I am hoping we can catch the 9 AM ferry.  The ferry is a 20 minute ride over the James.  Reminder to pause your bike computer while on the ferry if you care about exact distance and average.  Average pace will be 13-15 mph.  The route is fairly flat with some hills on the return leg but we will re-group as needed.

Leader
Rick Nevins and Dave Hand (WAB Members)
Meeting Point
In front of Manor House
Ride Classification
Select from List
Distance
60 Miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan Resorts to Smithfield Loop 60 mi
27 Sep
Queens Lake Loop
Powhatan Resorts
Sunday, 09/27 8:00 am - 11:00 am
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Queens Lake Loop
2/50 Free event
Sunday, 09/27 8:00 am - 11:00 am
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Ride Description

Let's get in one more ride before returning to Harrisburg.  We will meet in front of the Manor House and do the 23 mile Queens Lake loop.  We will take a break at Quarterpath Park and expected average about 14 mph.  

Leader
Rick Nevins
Meeting Point
Manor House
Ride Classification
Select from List
Distance
29 or 33 miles
Ride With GPS Route from Collection: HBC Powhatan - Queens Lake Loop - 23 Miles

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