10/23 UAP Cycling on Ashuwillticook Rail Trail in Cheshire, MA

Join us for accessible cycling on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail in Cheshire, MA! We have an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent trikes to handcycles to tandem recumbent trikes to wheelchair tandems. This program is open to people with disabilities and their families and friends.  Seniors are invited to register as well. Instruction, equipment, and assistance as needed are provided. Pre-registration is required by 3PM the day before the program. You will receive an email confirmation for participation. Participants may sign up for a one-hour timeslot during the program time between 10AM - 3PM.

AOA staff will:

• Host a sign-in and registration table at the Program Base area
• Loan you and teach you how to use the cycle you have reserved, including steering, braking, and shifting
• Be available by cell phone in case you need anything while out for your ride

To participate in these programs, participants will (either on their own or with the assistance of a caregiver who attends with them):

• Be able to steer, brake, and shift the cycle
• Consistently stay to the right while riding and stop at intersections
• Be able to transfer on and off the cycle
• Be able to use the equipment independently (though staff will provide support at the base in getting set up and adjusting the equipment

Parking: Park at the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail - Farnam's Crossing - 50 Farnams Road, Cheshire, MA, 01225

Program fee: $5/person