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Lead Monthly Bike Rides on the Montpelier Bike Path!

Posted on 02/17/25 by Laura McDonough

Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.

What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader:

• Lead the Pack: Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).
• Ensure Rider Safety: Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.
• Create a Welcoming Environment: Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).
• Make It Social: Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.
• Support Logistics: Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).

Why Volunteer?

• Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.
• Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.
• Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.

What You’ll Need:

• Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.
• Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.
• Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.

Extras We Provide:

• Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.
• Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.
• Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.

Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!

To Get Started:
Contact Linda Bowden at lbowden@aarp.org for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!

This story is provided by AARP Vermont. Visit the AARP Vermont page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.

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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.<br><br><b>What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader: </b><br></p><ul><li><b>Lead the Pack:</b> Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).</li><li><b>Ensure Rider Safety:</b> Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.</li><li><b>Create a Welcoming Environment:</b> Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).</li><li><b>Make It Social:</b> Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.</li><li><b>Support Logistics:</b> Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).</li></ul><p><b>Why Volunteer?</b><br></p><ul><li>Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.</li><li>Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.</li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Need:</b><br></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.</li><li>Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.</li></ul><p><b>Extras We Provide:</b><br></p><ul><li>Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.</li><li>Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.</li><li>Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.</li></ul><p>Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!<br><br><b>To Get Started:</b><br>Contact Linda Bowden at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:lbowden@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lbowden@aarp.org</a></span></span> for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!</p></div>
    
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				Posted on 02/17/25 
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">Lead Monthly Bike Rides on the Montpelier Bike Path!</h1></header>	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.<br><br><b>What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader: </b><br></p><ul><li><b>Lead the Pack:</b> Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).</li><li><b>Ensure Rider Safety:</b> Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.</li><li><b>Create a Welcoming Environment:</b> Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).</li><li><b>Make It Social:</b> Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.</li><li><b>Support Logistics:</b> Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).</li></ul><p><b>Why Volunteer?</b><br></p><ul><li>Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.</li><li>Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.</li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Need:</b><br></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.</li><li>Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.</li></ul><p><b>Extras We Provide:</b><br></p><ul><li>Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.</li><li>Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.</li><li>Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.</li></ul><p>Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!<br><br><b>To Get Started:</b><br>Contact Linda Bowden at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:lbowden@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lbowden@aarp.org</a></span></span> for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!</p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.<br><br><b>What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader: </b><br></p><ul><li><b>Lead the Pack:</b> Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).</li><li><b>Ensure Rider Safety:</b> Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.</li><li><b>Create a Welcoming Environment:</b> Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).</li><li><b>Make It Social:</b> Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.</li><li><b>Support Logistics:</b> Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).</li></ul><p><b>Why Volunteer?</b><br></p><ul><li>Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.</li><li>Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.</li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Need:</b><br></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.</li><li>Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.</li></ul><p><b>Extras We Provide:</b><br></p><ul><li>Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.</li><li>Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.</li><li>Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.</li></ul><p>Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!<br><br><b>To Get Started:</b><br>Contact Linda Bowden at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:lbowden@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lbowden@aarp.org</a></span></span> for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!</p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.<br><br><b>What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader: </b><br></p><ul><li><b>Lead the Pack:</b> Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).</li><li><b>Ensure Rider Safety:</b> Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.</li><li><b>Create a Welcoming Environment:</b> Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).</li><li><b>Make It Social:</b> Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.</li><li><b>Support Logistics:</b> Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).</li></ul><p><b>Why Volunteer?</b><br></p><ul><li>Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.</li><li>Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.</li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Need:</b><br></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.</li><li>Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.</li></ul><p><b>Extras We Provide:</b><br></p><ul><li>Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.</li><li>Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.</li><li>Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.</li></ul><p>Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!<br><br><b>To Get Started:</b><br>Contact Linda Bowden at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:lbowden@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lbowden@aarp.org</a></span></span> for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!</p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.<br><br><b>What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader: </b><br></p><ul><li><b>Lead the Pack:</b> Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).</li><li><b>Ensure Rider Safety:</b> Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.</li><li><b>Create a Welcoming Environment:</b> Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).</li><li><b>Make It Social:</b> Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.</li><li><b>Support Logistics:</b> Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).</li></ul><p><b>Why Volunteer?</b><br></p><ul><li>Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.</li><li>Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.</li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Need:</b><br></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.</li><li>Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.</li></ul><p><b>Extras We Provide:</b><br></p><ul><li>Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.</li><li>Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.</li><li>Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.</li></ul><p>Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!<br><br><b>To Get Started:</b><br>Contact Linda Bowden at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:lbowden@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lbowden@aarp.org</a></span></span> for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!</p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Vermont. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/vermont/" target="_blank">AARP Vermont</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>Join us as a volunteer leader for our monthly bike rides along the scenic Montpelier Bike Path! This is a fantastic opportunity to share your love for biking, connect with fellow enthusiasts aged 50+, and help foster confidence, health, and social connections in your community.<br><br><b>What You’ll Do as a Volunteer Ride Leader: </b><br></p><ul><li><b>Lead the Pack:</b> Plan and lead fun, casual bike rides once a month from May to August (timeframe can be shortened if needed).</li><li><b>Ensure Rider Safety:</b> Act as the group leader, with a designated “sweeper” for added safety.</li><li><b>Create a Welcoming Environment:</b> Choose beginner-friendly routes (3–5 miles, flat, and traffic-safe).</li><li><b>Make It Social:</b> Coordinate post-ride gatherings at nearby establishments to relax and share stories.</li><li><b>Support Logistics:</b> Collaborate with AARP VT to manage registrations, track attendance, and prepare for each ride (we’ll provide necessary check-in equipment).</li></ul><p><b>Why Volunteer?</b><br></p><ul><li>Share your enthusiasm for biking with others.</li><li>Help community members rediscover biking or build confidence.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and fun group environment.</li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Need:</b><br></p><ul><li>Familiarity with the Montpelier Bike Path or willingness to explore routes.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and enthusiasm for leading group activities.</li><li>Ability to commit to 3 - 4 rides, from May to August.</li></ul><p><b>Extras We Provide:</b><br></p><ul><li>Support from the AARP VT team for advertising and registration.</li><li>Cost coverage for post-ride refreshments for participants.</li><li>Access to resources like a bike mechanics workshop to kick off the season.</li></ul><p>Let’s pedal towards stronger connections and active living together!<br><br><b>To Get Started:</b><br>Contact Linda Bowden at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="mailto:lbowden@aarp.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">lbowden@aarp.org</a></span></span> for more information. Let’s make this biking season unforgettable!</p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Vermont. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/vermont/" target="_blank">AARP Vermont</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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