The 11th in a series of events along the many mostly flat, mostly paved biking/walking trails in the Seattle area. For June we will meet at the trailhead for the loop trail around Lake Youngs, SE of Renton.
Per new geocaching.com event guidelines, the actual 'event' is the meet-up from 10-10:30am at the posted coordinates (the trailhead parking lot). You are encouraged to join me afterwards for an optional ride counterclockwise around the lake, but this is not a requirement for signing the log/attending the event.
This being June, it might rain. This event is outdoors, but I will only cancel this event if the weather is terrible: heavy rain, lightning/thunder, snow or ice. Bring a waterproof layer if it might rain.
Information for the ride: We will ride counterclockwise around the lake on the trail. Per the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance (see Related Web Page), the trail is mostly a well-maintained dirt road with short paved and singletrack sections. All but the most skinny bike tires should have no problems. There are minimal facilities on the trail, so pack a lunch.. The trail is mostly flat and car-free, and the total distance is about 9.5 miles. If I were to rate this as a geocaching experience, I'd call it 2/2. Route map is here: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6601038
If you choose to ride, please show up well before 10:30 so we can leave on time. Check your brakes and air beforehand.
Participants in the optional bicycle ride hold harmless the cache owner/event organizer and assume all risks and responsibilties involved in riding a bicycle on trails and streets. Wear a helmet, dress in layers, and bring a spare tube.
If you have any suggestions/requests for trails to visit on future events, feel free to mention them in your log.