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Saturday, April 27, 2024
Time: 7:00 AM
Location: Chesapeake Church, Huntingtown MD
Join us for a day of cycling along the bay-front, marinas, farmland, and wineries of Southern Maryland, all while enjoying the company of friends who share your same passion for cycling and supporting our mission. This is a fully supported event with routes ranging from 16 miles to a metric century, including a 16 mile New Rider Group Ride.
Why we Bike to End Hunger
Health and food security is a critical component to becoming self-sufficient. When you support events like our End Hunger Bike Ride, you are ensuring the families who need it most have food on the table.
Register to Ride
Cycle along the bay-front, marinas, farmland, and wineries of Southern Maryland
Schedule
Friday, April 26, 2024
4:00PM – 6:00PM: Early Check-In & Merchandise
Saturday, April 27, 2024
7:00AM – 10:00AM: Same Day Registration & Check-In
9:00AM: New Rider Orientation
11:00AM – 3:00PM: Post-Ride Picnic
3:00PM: End of Route Service
NOTE: All routes except the 16 mile are encouraged to start between 7:00AM and 9:00AM to take advantage of the rest stop hours and SAG support services.
Cue Sheets
Event Highlights
All proceeds and donations from the event stay right here in Southern Maryland, helping to care for our most needy residents.
Fully Supported Rest Stops
Rest stops along each route are equipped with the best snacks and hydrating drinks to keep you fueled for your ride. Our rest stop volunteers will be there to cheer you on!
Bike Ride Merch
Each year, you can purchase a limited edition bike jersey to commemorate your ride. The jersey design is released in March!
Early Check-In
You can hit the road early, our check-in opens at 6:30am. Coffee will be brewing for you!
Post Ride Party
Cross the “Difference Makers” finish line and celebrate your ride at the Post Ride Party. A picnic lunch with music will be waiting for you!
Our Sponsors
We would not be able to do the work that we do without the generous support of our sponsors. We are proud to be working in partnership with these companies:
MD Department of Housing and Community Development
Steve Brien Realtor
Annapolis Nissan
Herrington Harbour
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Robinson Cycle
Chesapeake Grille
The Lobby Coffee Bar & Cafe
Friday’s Creek Winery
Tacaro Estate
Faith Assembly of God
Rita’s Italian Ice of Dunkirk
Patuxent Adventure Center
National Ink & Stitch
Event Details
- Registration Prices
- Early Registration: $50 until March 6, 2024
- Standard Registration: $60 March 6 – April 6, 2024
- Late Registration: $70 April 7 – April 27, 2024
- You can register online or send in your registration (see below for paper registration instructions)
- Location
- Chesapeake Church
- 6201 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639
- Routes
- New Rider 16 mile (Group Ride) – 38 mile – 50 mile – 63 Metric Century
- For the New Rider 16 mile, there will be an orientation at 9:00am on road rules and safety, and your bikes will be checked for safe road use. A ride leader will guide the group through the 16 mile ride.
- NOTE: All routes except the 16 mile are encouraged to start between 7:00AM and 9:00AM to take advantage of the rest stop hours and SAG support services.
- Check-In Information
- When you arrive, please part and check-in/register in the Children’s Ministry Wing Lobby of Chesapeake Church to receive your ride information. There will be signage to get you to the right place.
- Merchandise
- You can purchase ride merchandise online when you register. Limited supply will also be available the day of the ride.
- If you purchase merchandise online, it can be picked up during check-in on Friday or during the event on Saturday at the Merchandise table.
- Parking:
- Limited parking is available on the Chesapeake Church campus. Please consider carpooling when possible.
- Paper Registration
- Download the documents below. This includes the paper registration form and the waiver. Both must be filled out for each person participating in the ride. Checks can be made out to End Hunger In Calvert County (memo: Bike Ride)
- Paper Registration Form
- Paper Waiver Form
- Submit your completed forms and payments by:
- Email to: bike@endhungercalvert.org
- Mail to: End Hunger Bike Ride, P.O. Box 758 Huntingtown, MD 20639
- Deliver to: End Hunger In Calvert County Monday – Friday (9:00AM – 5:00PM) – 6201 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639
- Questions?
- Email us at bike@endhungercalvert.org
Volunteer
We need your skills to make this event a success! Together, with hundreds of other volunteers, your time makes a difference in the lives of your neighbors struggling with hunger.