Off Road Bike Hikes FOR WOMEN ONLY at the T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve

Do you love nature and like off road bicycling, but are reluctant to go out in this wilderness area alone? Looking for experienced women off-road bicyclists that are physically fit! Discover the natural beauty of the T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve with WOMBAT (Women (Only) Mountain Bicycling and Tea Society) and Friends of the Carlton Lori Biagini. Lori will lead you on a choice of two bike adventures through the beautiful but rugged T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve on Saturday, January 9 or Saturday, January 23. Choose from:
• For experienced riders only - 8:00 AM for 3 + hours at a strenuous pace.
• For those new to off road riding - 12:00 PM for 1 hour at a relaxed pace.

Expect to see lots of wildlife and breathe fresh air!
The T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve located at 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway in Venice was purchased in the 1980's for public water supply source and for conservation/ recreation purposes.
Participants should bring their own (Off road/mountain trail type) bicycle with fat, knobby tires required for trail riding, hat or visor, sun glasses, sun screen, insect repellent, and plenty of drinking water.
To reach the reserve, drive south from Sarasota along I-75 to Exit 193 (Jacaranda Boulevard). Turn left at the exit and then right again at the next intersection (Border Road). Drive 2 ½ miles to the next intersection and turn left at the Carlton Reserve’s entrance. Follow signs to parking lot.

Space for this walk is limited to 8 participants. Reservations are necessary and should be secured by calling Lori Biagini at 941-492-4639 with your date and choice of riding adventure. You MUST RSVP to receive the actual meeting location. This event is for experienced women off road bike riders only.
If you would like more information regarding the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program (ESLPP) and/or the T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve, please go to www.scgov.net, County A to Z, Natural Lands, or contact the Sarasota County Call Center at 941-861-5000 and ask for Natural Resources.