Where: Downtown Swainsboro (behind Spivey State Bank’s Main Office off of North Main Street)

When: April 24, 2010 8:30am (Registration commences at 7:30am)

Who wouldn’t enjoy spending a day out riding down smooth, quiet roads, across peaceful countryside?  How would you like to see a 200 year old plantation while riding down a beautiful oak alley?  Would you like to ride along the same road that Sherman’s troops marched to the sea on?  If so, then the Pine Tree Breeze is the bike ride for you!

Enjoy a 10, 30, 50, 62, or 100 mile bike ride through scenic East Central Georgia countryside and towns.

THIS IS A CHARITY RIDE FOR THE HERRINGTON HOMESTEAD FOR GIRLS AND BOYS.

The Pine Tree Breeze is a century ride that covers two counties.  Centered in Swainsboro, the ride has many historical features.  Birdsville Plantation, founded in 1785, is one of the many points of interest featured on the route. Another point of interest, Herndon Plantation, located on the Ogeechee River, is where Sherman once set up camp on his March to the Sea.  Also featured on the ride are the towns of Canoochee, Modoc, and Summertown.

After the ride stay awhile to enjoy the atmosphere of beautiful Swainsboro, Georgia.  Stroll through the campus of East Georgia College, dine at one of many local restaurants, or visit the Emanuel Arts Center near downtown Swainsboro.  Other area attractions include the George L. Smith State Park outside Twin City, and Magnolia Springs north of Millen.

The Pine Tree Breeze cycling tour follows a largely flat course through rural East Central Georgia along the northern edge of the Coastal Plain.  The ride is primarily based in Emanuel County, known for its hospitality in hosting the BRAG and other regional rides.  This is the 11th year for the ride, which will be sure to please cycling enthusiasts.

HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDERS.

You can download the registration form here:

Pine Tree Breeze Bicycle Race Registration Form

Please return this form with your registration fee to:

Pine Tree Breeze
c/o Carolyn Thomas
East Georgia College, Humanities Division - EGCSC
131 College Circle
Swainsboro GA 30401

Make checks payable to the Pine Tree Breeze.

Registration fee is non-refundable.  The ride starts at 8:30 A.M., rain or shine (registration will continue until 9:30 for late arrivals).  Maps, SAG, rest stops and refreshments will be provided.  If under 18, parent/guardian must be present on the day of the ride. Registration will begin at 7:30 A.M. behind Spivey State Bank’s Main Office off of North Main Street (US - 1 N) in downtown Swainsboro, GA.
 
The Pine Tree Breeze benefits the Herrington Homestead, located in Emanuel County, just a few miles from the community of Nunez. It is one of five locations for the Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes. See the Georgia Sheriff's Youth Homes website for more information.

Swainsboro is conveniently located midway between Macon, Augusta, and Savannah, just off Interstate 16, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 1 and 80.  Excellent accommodations are available at the Bradford Inn and the Coleman House Inn (located in a Victorian mansion on the National Register of Historic Buildings).  Free camping (with shower access) will be permitted on the campus of East Georgia College in Swainsboro and the Herrington Homestead, 8 miles southwest of Swainsboro in Nunez.