March 23, 2020

TBN rides canceled through end of April TBN rides canceled through end of April The official TBN cycling season is canceled through the end of April as we adhere to social distancing guidelines mandated by the COVID-19 crisis. While cycling seems a stay-apart activity, there are too many times that riders are unacceptably close to each other for our rides to go ahead in safety. We hope you find ways to keep fit and to stay safe in these difficult times. Please watch the website for updates about when TBN rides will get under way. Want to be a TBN Ambassador TBN introduced its popular ambassador role last year, pairing new members with club volunteers who will help them meet new people and enjoy new rides. The program will continue once we start this year's season. Please contact member experience director Mary Newman if you want to get involved.  TBN introduced its popular ambassador role last year, pairing new members with club volunteers who will help them meet new people and enjoy new rides. The program will continue once we start this year's season. Please contact member experience director Save the date for TBN's kickoff breakfast Watch the website for news on TBN's spring kickoff breakfast, currently scheduled for May 9 at Etienne Brule Park in Etobicoke. Note that this event may be postponed if the COVID-19 situation does not improve.   Mary Newman if you want to get involved.

The official TBN cycling season is canceled through the end of April as we adhere to social distancing guidelines mandated by the COVID-19 crisis. While cycling seems a stay-apart activity, there are too many times that riders are unacceptably close to each other for our rides to go ahead in safety. We hope you find ways to keep fit and to stay safe in these difficult times. Please watch the website for updates about when TBN rides will get under way.

Travel with TBN

All trip planning for 2020 is subject to the travel and social distancing requirements of COVID-19. That means that registrations are on hold and the schedule is subject to change. Updates will be available on TBN's Facebook page, through this Chain of Events newsletter and on the TBN website.

Please email Lora at weekendtrips@tbn.ca if you have questions.

Springtime in Washington April 8-13 CANCELED

Trip canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Niagara Hike and Bike May 15-18 REGISTRATION ON HOLD

We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation very closely and will make a decision about this trip in April/early May. If the situation improves, we will reopen registration. If we have to cancel the trip, all registrants will receive full refunds. More details on the TBN website.

Toronto-Niagara-Toronto June 19-20 COMING SOON TO TBN WEBSITE

Our popular Toronto-Niagara-Toronto weekend will open for registration soon, provided the COVID-19 situation allows. The weekend offers you the chance for back-to-back century rides (metric or imperial) from Toronto or Hamilton to scenic Niagara Falls. We have a new hotel this year, the Falls Lodge and Suites. 

Bass Lake Boogie July 17-19 REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 19

Registration opens on April 19 for our July 17-19 weekend camping trip to popular Bass Lake for two days of cycling in the Lake Simcoe area. Details are on the TBN website. 

Cyclon July 31-August 1 REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 23

This year's Cyclon takes place at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, on the August long weekend, with a selection of routes to ride and a number of evening events. Early bird registration opens on April 23.

Cyclon July 31-August 1 REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 23

This year's Cyclon takes place at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, on the August long weekend, with a selection of routes to ride and a number of evening events. More details coming on the TBN website. Early bird registration opens on April 23.

If you can volunteer at Cyclon, please email Mireille at cyclon@tbn.ca. We are seeking ride leaders and sweeps, as well as people who can test ride our routes over the May long weekend. Other opportunities: helpers for our Friday night social and icebreaker; people who can prepare après-ride snacks or host Saturday night dinners; a leader for post-ride yoga/stretch classes.

Tecumseth Tranquilizer August 14-16 REGISTRATION DUE TO OPEN JULY 19

Come to Earl Rowe provincial park for two days of camping and cycling around in the Alliston area, and explore some favourite TBN destinations North of the city. Arrive Friday after 2 pm and stay until Sunday afternoon. The park is approximately an hour drive north of Toronto, off Highways 400 and 89. See the website for more details. Registration is expected to open on July 19

Mont Tremblant September 4-7 REGISTRATION ON HOLD

Check the website for details of our Labour Day weekend in Mont Tremblant, Quebec, with bike rides, evening adventures and free time to hike, kayak and canoe. We'll be sharing a cottage 20 minutes from the Tremblant pedestrian village and there will be a chance to explore Montreal by bike on your way back to Toronto.

Reminders

Important volunteer opportunities at TBN

Director of Touring

This is a key role at TBN: the volunteer who oversees our regular programs for cycling and winter activities. As touring director you will be an important member of the TBN board, and you will work with the coordinators of individual ride programs and act as a liaison between coordinators and the board. What do we do well? What can we do better? How do we make TBN activities better, safer and more fun?

Please email President John Clausen if you are interested.

Buying at a discount

Many bike stores in the Toronto area offer hefty discounts for TBN members, as do a number of bicycle related services. Check the website for the full list.

As always, check the TBN website for details of all rides and other events, and remember to check back a couple of hours before a ride in case it's changed or cancelled because of poor weather or other factors beyond our control.

Remember to visit the TBN calendar of events to find out more about what's coming up. The little TTC logo below will help alert you to any subway closures.

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