Welcome to 2013 Tour de Nebraska! Read This! Check-in Process (Wednesday, June 19): 1) Please arrive about 6:30 a.m. at the Doniphan-Trumbull Jr. Sr. High School located at 302 West Plum in Doniphan, NE. Doniphan is located about 4 miles south of Grand Island and about 85 miles west of Lincoln. Look for Exit 312 (Grand Island/Hastings) and head south 4 miles on Hwy. 281. 2) Check-in, get your t-shirts and FINAL route maps/itineraries (not the same as sent earlier). Check-in/cafeteria area is located on the west end of the school. Enter through Door #5 (south side, west end). 3) Then load your gear in the Penske truck parked outside the school (will be located near check-in/breakfast area). 4) Drive your car to long-term parking area as directed by friendly staff and volunteers. These areas are primarily located on the east and northeast sides of the school building. 5) Return to the cafeteria to enjoy a pancake breakfast along with scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, coffee and orange juice. 6) Assemble outside school about 7:20 a.m. We'll aim to roll out by 7:30 a.m., after Rich goes over the rules of the road, introduces our SAG crew and makes any last minute announcements. General Announcements: *MEAL TIMES: All breakfasts will be served from 6 a.m.-7:30 a.m. and suppers from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. *SUPPORT THE LOCAL TOWNS: Our goal is to have a rest stop every 15-20 miles. The written itinerary will have more detailed information about our daily route and available stop points. The sags always stop in these towns as well, so it is a good way to catch them if needed. Be a good TDN Ambassador and support the local communities! *OBEY THE LAW: Nebraska law requires you to ride single file. Be courteous to passing vehicles. Never ride in the middle of the road! Inconsiderate cyclists give TDN a bad reputation! Try waving at vehicles who move over! *SAGS--The Cycle Works crew serve as the TDN official SAG crew. They are ready to provide EMERGENCY mechanical or medical assistance. Be prepared to do your own minor repairs. Please help yourself to fruit, water and air from any of our official SAG vehicles. *REPAIRS: Minor repairs by Cycle Works mechanics at campsite every afternoon. If you need adjustments, please ask to have these done before supper (5 p.m.). *COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGES: You'll find cold refreshments by the Penske truck at the end of each day's ride. It is illegal to have beer on school property, so look for nearby hospitality areas.Have one on us, then buy from the locals. *MASSAGES: Lauren Warthen and Lynn Potter our licensed therapists will be at the campground every night! *MOTEL/HOST HOME PEOPLE: Those staying in motels can leave their gear outside the lobby's front door for pickup by the Penske the following morning. Those staying in Host Homes need to arrange for their gear to be returned to the Penske. RAILROAD TRACKS & CRACKS ON THE HIGHWAYS: Please approach at a right angle if possible and be careful! ELSIE: Please do not feed Elsie as she has a weak stomach. Also, if you pet her, pat her on the top of her rear not up by her head and neck as she has spinal issues and can be cranky! Sorry she has issues!! Thank you!!
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Welcome to 2013 Tour de Nebraska! Read This!
Check-in Process (Wednesday, June 19):
1) Please arrive about 6:30 a.m. at the Doniphan-Trumbull Jr. Sr. High School located at 302West Plum in Doniphan, NE. Doniphan is located about 4 miles south of Grand Island andabout 85 miles west of Lincoln. Look for Exit 312 (Grand Island/Hastings) and head south 4miles on Hwy. 281.
2) Check-in, get your t-shirts and FINAL route maps/itineraries (not the same as sent earlier).Check-in/cafeteria area is located on the west end of the school. Enter through Door #5 (southside, west end).
3) Then load your gear in the Penske truck parked outside the school (will be located nearcheck-in/breakfast area).
4) Drive your car to long-term parking area as directed by friendly staff and volunteers. These areas are primarilylocated on the east and northeast sides of the school building.
5) Return to the cafeteria to enjoy a pancake breakfast along with scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, coffee andorange juice.
6) Assemble outside school about 7:20 a.m. We'll aim to roll out by 7:30 a.m., after Rich goes over the rules of theroad, introduces our SAG crew and makes any last minute announcements.
General Announcements:
*MEAL TIMES: All breakfasts will be served from 6 a.m.-7:30 a.m. and suppers from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. unless otherwiseindicated.
*SUPPORT THE LOCAL TOWNS: Our goal is to have a rest stop every 15-20 miles. The written itinerary will havemore detailed information about our daily route and available stop points. The sags always stop in these towns aswell, so it is a good way to catch them if needed. Be a good TDN Ambassador and support the local communities!
*OBEY THE LAW: Nebraska law requires you to ride single file. Be courteous to passing vehicles. Never ride in themiddle of the road! Inconsiderate cyclists give TDN a bad reputation! Try waving at vehicles who move over!
*SAGS--The Cycle Works crew serve as the TDN official SAG crew. They are ready to provide EMERGENCYmechanical or medical assistance. Be prepared to do your own minor repairs. Please help yourself to fruit, waterand air from any of our official SAG vehicles.
*REPAIRS: Minor repairs by Cycle Works mechanics at campsite every afternoon. If you need adjustments, pleaseask to have these done before supper (5 p.m.).
*COMPLIMENTARY BEVERAGES: You'll find cold refreshments by the Penske truck at the end of each day's ride. Itis illegal to have beer on school property, so look for nearby hospitality areas.Have one on us, then buy from thelocals.
*MASSAGES: Lauren Warthen and Lynn Potter our licensed therapists will be at the campground every night!
*MOTEL/HOST HOME PEOPLE: Those staying in motels can leave their gear outside the lobby's front door forpickup by the Penske the following morning. Those staying in Host Homes need to arrange for their gear to bereturned to the Penske.
RAILROAD TRACKS & CRACKS ON THE HIGHWAYS: Please approach at a right angle if possible and be careful!
ELSIE: Please do not feed Elsie as she has a weak stomach. Also, if you pet her, pat her on the top of her rear notup by her head and neck as she has spinal issues and can be cranky! Sorry she has issues!! Thank you!!
2013 Tour de Nebraska Overall Route Map
Wednesday, June 19: Doniphan-Loup City 62 miles
Thursday, June 20: Loup City-Callaway 67 milesAdditional scenic loops available!!
Friday, June 21: Callaway-Holdrege 76 miles
Saturday, June 22: Holdrege-Blue Hill 59 miles
Sunday, June 23: Blue Hill-Doniphan 42 miles
TOTAL estimated miles: 306 miles
Wednesday, June 19 Doniphan-Loup City 62 miles
DAY 1, Wednesday, June 19: Doniphan-Loup City, 62 milesRoute: West on Platte River Road for 7 miles to Alda Road (County Road 26). North on Alda Road 4 miles toSchultz Road (County Road 15). West on Schultz Road 6 miles to Wood River. North on Hwy. 11 for 13 miles toCairo. Continuing north on Hwy. 11 for 6 miles to Hwy. 58. West on Hwy. 58 for 5 miles to Boelus. Continuing weston Hwy. 58 for 7 miles to Rockville. Continuing on Hwy. 58 for 12 miles to Hwy. 92. Turn left (weset) at the Hwy. 92T-intersection and continue for approximately 2 miles until you have reached the 7th St. entrance of Loup Citywhich is marked by the large sign "Polish Capital of Nebraska" brick sign. Follow the signs through downtown LoupCity which directs you to the 8th Street heading north until you reach Loup City High School at 800 N. 8th Street.Approx. Mileage = 62 Towns Visited: Wood River; Cairo; Boelus; Rockville
PIT STOPS: (mileage counts reflect total miles traveled)Wood River (Watch for signs for the rest stop/fundraiser at the high school on theeast side of town (go through town). Variety of drinks and snacks. Money will go to resurfacethe playground at the elementary school.) ....................................................................... 17 miles
Cairo (Snacks, restrooms and drinks at Community Center served by church ladies and kidsThis is a fundraiser for the Cairo Roots Museum. "This will be a fun day!")................................... 31 miles
Boleus (LUNCH--Whitefoot Market is catering lunch at the Community Hall because they "hateto miss a party!" Lunch buffet includes their signature country chunk potatoes, vegetarianoptions, pie and ice cream!; Golden Nugget bar is second option. Both close to each other!)..........41 milesRockville (Dam Bar has food specials and pasta dishes; park nearby).........................................48 milesLoup City.......................................................................................................... 62 est. total miles
This quaint little town of just more than 1,000 was named for its location in the beautiful Loup River Valley and callsitself the "Polish Capital of Nebraska." The host committee has worked very hard to make sure that our visit is funand entertaining. Enjoy!
TDN Headquarters, Showers, Indoor Camping, Restrooms: Follow signs to Loup City High School, 800 N. 8thStreet. Indoor camping will be in the north gym which can be accessed using the doors on the north side of theschool. The showers are located inside the Loup City High School and are virtually next to the north gym.Directions to showers and gym and emergency procedures will be posted on the outside doors of the school.
Outdoor Camping: North of the high school and north of the parking lot, in the practice field area.
Welcome Booth/Hospitality Tent: Discounts, transportation, and other information on the pool will be available atthe welcome booth at the campground. There will be a beer tend right across from the school on the corner of 8thand G. Enjoy a cold beer then go downtown and support the local economy!
Restrooms: Restrooms will be available inside the school in the same location as the showers. Other bathroomsare available in the Loup City school commons area.
Shuttles: Two “trolley trailers” from Trotter Grain & Fertilizer, which can hold up to 30 people. The Loup City“Handibus” which can hold 12 people, will also be available on a more limited basis. Several other micro buses orvans that can carry 6 or 7 individuals can take groups to Bowman’s Recreation Area (2 miles west of town) whichhas access to the Middle Loup River and Gasteyer Sanctuary (2 miles south of town), an untouched, unspoiled 40acres of trees, vegetation, and a variety of animals adjacent to the Middle Loup River. Sherman Reservoir isapproximately 7 miles east of Loup City, and is one of the main tourist destinations for fishing and recreation.
Pool: Swimming pool will be open from 1:00 to 5:00, and then from 6:00 to 8:00. 154 S 1st is the location of thepool.
Evening meal available at several locations, including:Loup City Lanes, 836 O Street: Homemade pizza, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken strips, appetizers,more. Tami Coffin, Loup City Lanes, 308-745-0440. Will be available for delivery after 5 p.m.
Loup City Diner, 705 O Street: Hot beef and gravy over mashed potatoes, green beans, cake for dessert. Servedbuffet style. Normal menu items also available. Chuck or Cheri Radtke, 308-745-2021, facebook.com/LoupCityDiner
Subway, 700 NE Highway 92: Sandwiches, pizza, ice cream and specials available. 308-745-0190.
Colony Bar and Grill, 700 NE Hwy. 92: Special is chicken fried steak. Full menu includes hamburgers, chicken,steak, and variety of other items. Doug Daake, Colony Bar and Grill, 308-745-0164.
Frederick Hotel, 810 O Street: Varied menu, will be posted. Cheri Kowalski, Frederick Hotel, 308-745-1241.
Entertainment: After supper Loup City is presenting a melodrama performance called "Treachery at CartilateCreek" or "Our Hero has a Bone to Pick" located at the Loup City High School Theater (north side of the highschool, southwest of the gym) at 7 p.m. Free! Check it out for some fun, local entertainment!
Breakfast – Loup City Diner, 705 O Street: A variety of egg dishes, pancakes, bacon and sausage, fruit, servedbuffet style. Price is $5 for breakfast. Chuck or Cheri Radtke, 308-745-2021, http://www.facebook.com/LoupCityDiner. The Colony Bar will serve a breakfast special starting at 5:30 a.m. Joe's Market will open at 6:30 a.m.
Day 2, Thursday, June 20: Loup City-Callaway, 67 milesRoute: North on Hwy. 58 for 11 miles to Hwy. 70. West on Hwy. 70 for 6 miles to Arcadia. Continue west on Hwy.70 for 14 miles to Westerville. Go north 1 mile on Hwy. 183 then continue west on Highway 70 for 12 miles toBroken Bow. At the N2/N70 intersection, continue west on Hwy. 2/92 through town past all the restaurant options.Continue on Hwy. 2/92 through town, then follow curve north to the Callaway Road intersection. Please use cautionalong this last stretch of Hwy. 2/92 and at the intersection as it has heavier traffic. Turn left and ride west onCallaway Road for 19 miles to Callaway. Approx. Mileage = 67 Towns Visited: Arcadia; Westerville; Broken Bow
PIT STOPS: (mileage counts reflect total miles traveled)Arcadia (Hruby's Market is providing sport drinks and snacks at the American Legion Post; Brock's CountryKitchen/Arcadia Cafe for more than a snack. Also the Bridge Street Bar and Grill will be open. The Veteran'sMemorial Wall, Gathering Place Museum and Carnegie Library welcome all riders to enjoy "a memorable stoppingplace." View of the valley is quite impressive and will be "nice and green by then with some corn up." Ride by thebeautiful Riverside Park as you leave town!)..................................................................... 17 miles
Westerville (Alberta with the Broken Bow Public Schools Foundation has organized a rest stop at the mainintersection with the flashing light. There'll be a tent, picnic tables, snacks, drinks, fruit, water for refilling waterbottles, and 2 portapotties! We are very grateful for this rest stop!)..................................... 31 miles
Broken Bow (LUNCH--choose between lots of local restaurants; Alberta will hand out mapsin Westerville that show restaurant locations and points of interest, even coupons!) ...................... 46 miles
Democrat Hill (Hosted by Callaway Summer School Program, light snacks and beverages on top of the veryscenic Democrat Hill just before your descent; This is a MUST stop to catch the scenary. Locals stronglyencourage you to stop here "for safety reasons" before riding down the steep hill.) ..................... 54 miles
Callaway.......................................................................67 est. total miles
ELSIE'S TIP: How to Signal for Help
As you ride the route, you will see the sag wagons pass you during the day or stopalong the road to hand out fruit and water. Drivers will give you a friendly toot of the hornas they pass. If you are okay and don't need help, simply give the thumbs up sign. Ifyou need the sag to stop to give you immediate attention, signal them by placing yourhand on top of your head (see right). The sag will pull over at the next crossroad or atthe top of the next hill.
More about CALLAWAY
Named for S. R. Callaway of the Union Pacific Railroad, this little community has much to offer. We are veryexcited to visit Callaway! Make sure you stop by the hospitality tent at the main intersection in town. Stop byJo's Cafe, Triple T Steakhouse for "to die for" cinnamon rolls and Corner Stop for food.
TDN Headquarters, Showers, Indoor Camping, Restrooms: Follow signs to Callaway High School located at101 S Needham Ave. which will serve as our TDN Headquarters. Showers, indoor camping and restrooms inside.
Outdoor Camping: Set up tents on football field, adjacent to the high school or 2 blocks away at the villagepark.
Hospitality Welcome Center: Denise and John Howard's, 79116 Rd. 425, which is 3 blocks away from theschool. One block east of the east end of the football field and 2 blocks north.
Shuttle service: Courtesy vehicles will be marked and a school van will transport guests to and from theoptional log house tour. There are three places to eat in Callaway (Jo's Cafe, Triple T Steakhouse with "to die forcinnamon rolls" and the Corner Stop).
Pool: The pool is 2 blocks from the school.
Host homes: Also available! Call Shirley at 402-310-9070 to request in-home sleeping arrangements. Verysweet!
Afternoon entertainment options:! 7 Valleys Museum’s 3 buildings will be open! Vintage photos will be available at historic log building (Custer County’s 1st court house) in Morgan Park
(near swimming pool and secondary tenting area).! Tours of a sod house/personal-collection “museum” on a ranch 2 miles out of town (transportation will be
provided).! Guided tours of Callaway and Podunk.! We invite any riders interested to visit our nursing home to share their talent or just their time.! Mini-ride suggestions for additional, drop-dead-gorgeous scenery; vehicles will be available for those
wanting to see these sites without the effort.! Pick-up 3-on-3 Basketball – indoor or outdoor.! A movie will be shown in the school auditorium at scheduled times.! Ice cream and pie will be featured at Triple T restaurant all afternoon.! Pedal-Powered Smoothies will be available mid-afternoon and evening, provided by Wes Trout.! School computer lab will be available for use.! If people want to ride horses, we can arrange for either arena rides or moderate trail rides.Riders will ride
at own risk! Will need advance notification. Make reservations by calling Shirley at 402-310-9070.
! Possible tour to the Mitchell & Ketchum hanging site (depending on weather and level of interest; pleasecontact Shirley if interested: 402-310-9070).
Evening meal: Potluck supper for $7 will be served at the Community Building by the Callaway Chamber, whichsupports many causes and activities that benefit the greater-Callaway community. There will be live entertain-ment provided by a local country western band, South Loup Sunrise. The Steakhouse also will be open. Lots ofgreat homemade food!
Entertainment options: Hangar 22 is the new bar in town! Check it out!Breakfast: Enjoy pancakes, homemade breakfast burritos, sausage, bars, juice, coffee, milk and water at theschool cafeteria.
Day 3, Friday, June 21: Callaway-Holdrege, 76 milesThe route: Go one mile south, then southeast on Hwy. 40 for 14 miles to Oconto. Continue southeast on Hwy. 40for 11 miles to Eddyville. Continuing east on Hwy. 40 for 8 miles to Overton Road (Road 444). South on OvertonRoad (Road 444) for 15 miles to Overton. South on L24B (Road 444) for 5 miles to 748 Road. East on 748 Road for1.5 miles to Loomis Road (G Road). South on Loomis Road (G Road) for 13 miles to Loomis. East on Hwy. 23 for8 miles to Holdrege. Approx. Mileage = 76 Towns Visited: Oconto; Eddyville; Overton; Loomis
PIT STOPS: (mileage counts reflect total miles traveled)Oconto (Rest stop at the Community Center. Also Eggleston gas station)................................... 14 milesEddyville (The Busted Knuckle with inside and outside seating)................................................. 26 milesBetween Eddyville and Overton: (Special rest stop about 1.5 miles west of Sumner.Enjoy Pedal-Powered Smoothies provided by Shifting Gears (Wes Trout of Waverly) before you hit the toughhills!)............................................................................................................................. 33 milesOverton (LUNCH at Popken's Steakout. Salad and deli sandwich buffet!).................................. 48 milesLoomis (PB&J Stop at Community Center for Feed My Starving Children Program;Town Mart convenience store)......................................................................................... 68 miles
Holdrege................................................................................................................76 est. total miles
More about Holdrege:
Holdrege is a community that combines old-fashioned small town values with modern amenities, including a movietheater,bowling alley and a golf course! The locals guarantee we'll have a great time in Holdrege.
TDN Headquarters, Showers, Indoor Camping, Outdoor Camping, Restrooms: Follow signs to the YMCA ofthe Prairie in Holdrege located at 1415 Broadway, which will serve as our headquarters. YMCA is providing half-price day pass for all TDN cyclists to enjoy amenities at the YMCA (swimming, fitness center, gym, etc.).
Fast Casual— Country Cookin’ (1108 Brown Rd) Cozy Inn Café (1120 4th Ave.)
Gourmet House Chinese Restaurant (1503 Burlington St.) La Mexicana Mexican RestaurantSit Down/Fine Dining— Taste of Texas BBQ (302 East Ave.) Holdrege Country Club (314 W 18th) Speakeasy (3 miles from Holdrege on the Polyline Road)Bar & Grill— East Avenue Pub (313 East Ave.) Sail Inn Restaurant & Lounge (1507 Burlington St.)--close to YMCA. Gutterz Fun Center/Aviator’s Lounge
Entertainment: Local options include Gutterz Fun Center & the Historic Sun Theater; North Park at 14th andBurlington has a lake and outdoor shelters; South Park at 2nd and Blaine has a frisbee golf course and outdoorpublic swimming pool. There will be Legion baseball games at the baseball fields around town.
The Sail Inn Restaurant and Lounge (close to the YMCA at 1507 Burlington St.) presents magician Chase Hastywho will perform at 7 p.m. Chase is one of the Top 5 youth magicians in the country!
Breakfast: Hosted by United Methodist women at the United Methodist Church, 6th and West.
Emergency procedures: Posted at the YMCA. All go inside and take cover in the bathroom areas and innerhallways.
Weather TIPS:
If threatening weather happens during the day, please find the nearest town and seek shelter. It ismuch safer to get off the road if there is a heavy rain or hail. In these situations, visibility is reduced andvehicles may not see you on the road. Most of the time, a bad weather cell will pass over within 1/2hour or so. Our advice is to find a town, and wait for it to pass. If there isn't a town in site, you can finda farmhouse, or sheltered area to wait it out. Those with smart phones, check the radar and help yourfellow cyclists determine the safest course of action.
If threatening weather happens during the evening at the campsite, we will notify you via email,FB and public announcement if necessary.
Day 4, Saturday, June 22: Holdrege to Blue Hill, 59 milesThe route: Ride east on 732 Road (4th Ave.) 2 miles to Polyline Road. Southeast on Polyline Road 10 miles toWilcox. East on B Road 6 miles to 26 Road. South on 26 Road 1 mile to A Road (or Y Road). East on A Road 1mile to 27 Road. South on 27 Road 1 mile to Hildreth. East on S31B 5 miles to Hwy. 10. South on Hwy. 10 for 1mile to S31A. East on S31A 3 miles to Upland. Turn south on S. Prairie Ave in Upland and go 5 blocks to FairviewSt. VW Road. Turn east (left) and go about 3 blocks to 35 Road. South on 35 Road 2 miles to Hwy. 4. East onHwy. 4 for 7 miles to Campbell. Continuing on Hwy. 4 for 16 miles to Hwy. 281. North on Hwy. 281 for 3 miles toBlue Hill. Approx. Mileage = 59 Towns Visited: Wilcox; Hildreth; Upland; Campbell
PIT STOPS: (mileage counts reflect total miles traveled)Wilcox (Breakfast burritos, cinnamon rolls, rice krispie bars, oranges, bananas, coffee servedby the Community Club at the Wilcox Town Hall starting at 7 a.m.; CPI convenience store; AlsoWilcox Cafe opens at 7 a.m.) ......................................................................................................... 12 miles
Hildreth (Friends of the Library will host stop with "grab and go" breakfast/morningsnack items, variety of homemade muffins, possibly yogurt, coffee and water at theCity Park that has shade, and restrooms just one block off main street.Also Double D's Pub; Fritz's Market and the Fire Hall "coffee shop;"Koopers Korner Bar will be open later in the day.) .......................................................................... 20 miles
Upland (Rest stops at Legion Hall and Community Center with rolls, fruit, juice,water, coffee, cookies, PB&Js) ....................................................................................................... 29 miles
Campbell (LUNCH by CIA and Fire Dept. at Community Hall with AC and restrooms.Fundraiser will help remount school bell in town!) ........................................................................... 40 miles
Historical Marker Rest Stop near Hwy. 4 and Hwy. 281 junction off the road and in the shade,hosted by the Girl Scouts with cookies, fruit, nuts, etc. Fundraiser for their troop and CommunityImprovement Committees for their hometowns of Roseland, Holstein and Bladen...........................50 miles est.
Blue Hill ........................................................................................................................................ 59 est. miles
More about BLUE HILL
Named "because of the bluish atmosphere surrounding the hill on which the village was located." We'vestayed here before and are excited to be back! Make sure you save your strength for the TDN AwardsBanquet which begins at 5 p.m.!
TDN Headquarters, Showers, Indoor Camping, Restrooms: Follow signs to Blue Hill CommunitySchool grounds, 606 South Sycamore. The gym is available for indoor use, plus showers andrestrooms.
Outdoor Camping: Set up tents on football field, adjacent to the school building.
Welcome committee: The local FFA chapter will help unload trucks and provide any assistance begin-ning at 10 a.m. Also, the Blue Hill Booster Club (which provides athletic equipment and funds for extra-curricular activities) will be grilling burgers and/or brats, chips, potato salad for $5 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.or so at the school.
Shuttle: Community Club members will provide a shuttle.
Evening Meal: This year's TDN Awards Banquet will be held at the Community/Senior Center onGage Street (the main downtown street). It is a 5-block walk from the school on a flat well-shadedstreet. Social hour from 5-6 p.m. with cash bar is provided by the Blue Hill Fitness Center Board toraise money for additional equipment for the Fitness Center.
The buffet dinner will be served from 6-7:30 p.m. Menu includes: smoked pork chops, cheesy hashbrown casserole, seasoned green beans, cole slaw, dinner roll, ice cream with toppings, coffee/tea/water. Vegetarian lasagna for those who pre-registered. The cost of this meal is included in your regis-tration fee. Extra meals are available at $15 each and must be ordered by June 10 by emailing Susanat: [email protected]. At 7:30 p.m., we will start the annual Tour de Nebraska AwardsCeremony.Get ready with your best story from the tour!
Entertainment: From 5-6:30 and 8-10 p.m., enjoy music of the Toasted Ponies, a blue grass band fromLincoln featuring Steve Hanson and Jim Pipher!
Breakfast: Breakfast will be available beginning at 6:00 A.M. at the Community Center served by theFitness Center Board. The cost will be $5 for breakfast casserole buffet with fresh fruit and beverageswith a vegetarian choice by request.
Day 5, Sunday, June 23: Blue Hill to Doniphan, 42 milesThe route: Ride north on Hwy. 281 for 8 miles to Ayr. West on Hwy. 74 to Adams Central Road. North on AdmasCentral Road 9 miles to Hwy. 6/34. West on Hwy. 6/34 2.5 miles to Juniata Ave. North on Juniata Ave. 2 miles toJuniata. East on 14th Street (also County Road 75) for .5 miles to No. Alda Ave. North on No. Alda Ave. 11 milesto Platte River road (County Road 11). East on Platte River Road 8 miles to Doniphan. Approx. Mileage = 42miles. Towns Visited: Ayr; Juniata
PIT STOPS: (mileage counts reflect total miles traveled)Ayr (Blue River Champs 4-H Club fundraiser at the Fire Dept. "The kids can't wait for this event!" Beverages,healthy snacks, chocolate options and words of encouragement: "The Club will be ready to greet, serve andsupport the cyclists!") ..................................................................................................................... 8 miles
Juniata (Rest stop at the Fire Station, also Casey's General Store) .............................................. 22 miles
Doniphan ....................................................................................................................................... 42 est. miles
Check out/Say Goodbyes/Meet the Penske Truck/Vote for Favorite Host Town andRest Stop
Showers: Available at Doniphan-Trumbull Jr. Sr. High School. Open until 5 p.m.
Special thanks to our TDN Team!!
Our Host Communities: Doniphan, Loup City, Callaway, Holdrege and Blue Hill.Our on-route communities, chambers, vendors and volunteers.Cycle Works of Lincoln (Kris Sonderup, Rick Dockhorn, Ryana and Andy)Barbara Waite, Waite and Associates, Walk the Talk at WalktheTalkCentral.orgRandy ElDorado, David Schoenmaker and Linda Langdale, Nebraska Dept. of RoadsHonda of Lincoln (Eric Olsen and Brian Kreuzberg)Brian Podwinski, Blue Blood Brewery of Lincoln (Bluebloodbrewing.com)
We do our best to plan a safe, well-organized tour for you to enjoy. Thank you for coming. Ifyou have ideas or suggestions that will help us improve Tour de Nebraska,please let us know:
