Event Info

Next Ride: Saturday, April 21, 2012 in Amelia Island, Florida.

Ride & Walk Options for Everyone

  • 18-mile ride
  • 36-mile ride
  • 62-mile ride
  • 100-mileride
  • 6 or 12-mile mountain bike ride
  • 5-mile family fun ride
  • 5K walk
  • 10K walk

 

Fundraising

In order to fulfill the mission of increasing organ donor awareness, all riders are required to raise a minimum of $100 by the day of the ride. Walkers are required to raise a minimum of $25. Registration for riders and walkers is an additional $25 through 03/21/11 and $35 after 03/21/11. Please note: online funds must be submitted through the Participants Page. If you have checks or cash to apply, please contact the Katie Ride for Life office directly.

98 S Fletcher Avenue | Amelia Island, FL  32034 | 904.491.0811 | info@katierideforlife.org

All riders must be registered and wear a helmet.

Start Location

The Atlantic Recreation Center
2500 Atlantic Ave.
Amelia Island, FL  32034

Click here for mapquest directions to the start.

 

Schedule

6:30am – Event day registration starts

8:00am – 100-mile, 62-mile, 36-mile and 18-mile riders start

8:30am – 5K and 10K walks start

9:00am – Off-road and Family Fun Ride start

10:00am-11:00am — Snacks and celebration for Family Fun Riders

10:00am-3:00pm – Post-event celebration with brunch/lunch and music for all other riders/walkers

18-Mile Route

Riders will continue through Fort Clinch and out the back gate, down 14th Street and across the center of Amelia Island where they will then loop around at the end of Amelia Island Parkway and head back to the Recreation Center.

36- and 62-Mile Routes

You can do it!This route will take riders towards and around Amelia Island Plantation. It then turns south and crosses Amelia Island over to Big Talbot Island where the 36-milers will turn around and head back. Riders will have spectacular views of the ocean on one side and the marsh on the other.

The 62-milers will continue towards Little Talbot Island and then on to the Ribault Club on Fort George Island. The Club will have a special water stop and riders may view the restoration of this 1928 private club nestled two miles into the island. The ride will then return north along the coastline and back to the Start/Finish for lunch, music and fun!

100-Mile Century Ride

Go Katie Riders!Riders will continue south and then west along Heckscher Drive, New Berlin Road and out Cedar Point Road. They will return over the same course.

Off-Road Mountain Bike Ride

The off-road ride is for mountain bikers experienced with dirt trails and uneven terrain. This course includes sand, dirt, hills, roots and rocks to navigate around. It is a challenging ride. A “fat tire” mountain bike and helmet are required. The total distance is approximately six miles for one loop and 12 miles for two loops. Not advised for children under 10.

Family Fun Ride

The Family Fun Ride is for all ages. The overall distance is six miles, and there will be aid stations with beverages and snacks along the way.

Adult registration fees are $25; kids under 18 are FREE. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. The school with the most number of kids participating will receive a $250 grant towards their PE program.

5K or 10K Walk

Walkers can choose from a 5K (3.1 mile) or 10K (6.2 mile) walk through scenic, canopied-covered Fort Clinch or the greenway trails (depending on weather). The course is flat and shaded, and there is an aid station along the way for drinks and snacks. Enjoy a leisurely stroll or a more competitive walk with your group.