The Fall River Bicycle Committee sponsored a 27-mile ride around Fall River's bioreserve, a 14,000 acre tract of wooded land that borders the City's northeast corner, on August 24, 2013, a picture-perfect day. The ride left Fall River and rode into Freetown, Dartmouth and Westport before turning back. The ride was part of a series that the Committee has been sponsoring over the summer to bring together cyclists who want to explore the many routes that are available in the GreaterFall River Area. The bioreserve protects Fall River's drinking water supply and is home to various animal and plant species. The area is also rich in history as native leaders King Philip and Weetamoe used paths across this area to escape from the pursuing English militia at the start of King Philip's War in 1675. The bioreserve offers an "off road" experience through a natural setting that is rarely traveled by motorized vehicles. Despite the poor condition of the pavement in many areas, the cyclists can navigate about fifteen miles. Click here, here, here, here and here for photos of other rides organized by the Committee. For more information, contact Brian Pearson. (Photos courtesy of Brian and Karen Pearson)

(Top row) Frank Menezes starts out with the group after gathering at from Wilson and Riggenbach Roads in the Fall River Industrial Park and pauses on Bullock Road for a break. (Middle row, left and right) George Bannville starts out with Margaret Kelly and Bruce Souza. (Bottom row)  Karen Pearson pauses as Frank, Bruce and Margaret catch up.