Beginner Ride Highland Park to Lake Bluff (Do not sign up for Intermediate Ride)

THIS IS THE BEGINNER RIDE (shorter & slower). THIS RIDE STOPS FOR LUNCH IN DOWNTOWN LAKE BLUFF! PLEASE READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP! This is a no drop ride, HOWEVER, Please make certain you are capable of riding 22 miles at an average pace of 11 mph or better! As there are two rides posted for this date, please only RSVP to either the beginner or intermediate ride. This ride is 22 miles (total) round trip. It is mostly a ride on paved trails but we will be on city streets passing through Highland Park, Fort Sheridan, and Lake Bluff. ROUTE: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49794908](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49794908) There is a 40 mile intermediate ride (faster riders) riding from the Wilmette Train station to the Panera Bread in Lake Bluff. THE BEGINNER RIDE STOPS FOR LUNCH IN DOWNTOWN LAKE BLUFF! If you wish to continue on to Panera Bread you may do so. Here is a link to the intermediate ride from Wilmette: [https://www.meetup.com/lets-ride-ages-40-fun-fit-social-riding/events/306362056/](https://www.meetup.com/lets-ride-ages-40-fun-fit-social-riding/events/306362056/) We will pedal our way up through Historic Fort Sheridan and make two stops for "photo-ops" at scenic overlooks of Lake Michigan. We will continue through the neighborhoods of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff including a tour along some of the ravines. We will rest and luncheon in downtown Lake Bluff where there are MANY choices for food and refreshment. A list of establishments is at the end of this post. We welcome a variety of riders and bike types who can maintain an 11 MPH average ride pace. Depending on the size of the group, we may divide into 2-3 groups based on rider ability. A HELMET IS MANDATORY for all Let's Ride bicycle rides. Also required, a working and properly maintained bicycle that will allow you to travel the distance and pace you have elected to ride. As 'situational awareness' is critical to safe…