Events

Cycle Back in Time on the Albany-Hudson Electric Trail

Location

North Chatham

North Chatham, NY 12132

County: Columbia
Region: Upper Hudson

Date(s)

• September 29, 2024, 10:00AM

Details

Event Type Bike Tour Description Join the Hudson River Valley Greenway for our inaugural guided trail ride! Experience the Albany-Hudson Electric Trail (AHET), a non-motorized “rail trail” suitable for cyclists of all abilities. The group will stop at various points of interest to learn more about the first interurban rail line to use an electrified third rail, the site of the largest amusement park between NYC and Montreal in the early 20th century, and more. This leisurely ride will begin at North Chatham and head south to Kinderhook where participants will have time to enjoy ice cream and snacks on their own at the turnaround point. The event will begin with a behind-the-scenes look at the North Chatham Trolley Depot Station (one of two power substations for the trolley line in the early 19th century) presented by the North Chatham Historical Society. Organization Hosting the Event Hudson River Valley Greenway Phone Number (518) 473-3835

Registration

Advance registration required.
Register by 9/27 at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/SLnswI6/ahetramble

Additional Information

The ride consists of gentle grades, with some small hills, along a primarily stone dust surface with sections of asphalt. The majority of the ride will be off-road with short on-road sections and road crossings.
Additional Equipment Required: Participants must bring their bicycles, helmets (required), and water.

Event Duration (hours): 3.5
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 12
Length (miles): 12

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes