Bike Trek to Shakertown

Experience the spectacular beauty of central Kentucky backroads on the Bike Trek to Shakertown - Kentucky's preeminent cycling event! Beautiful routes, friendly people, great food, historical sites and first class service. Be part of it!

What is the Bike Trek to Shakertown?

"A cycling adventure with some of the best roads for riding in this part of the country - a 1st rate event!" -veteran trekker Arnold Johnston

The Bike Trek to Shakertown has it all! It’s a 3-day mini-vacation on wheels through gorgeous Kentucky countryside — highlighted by an overnight stay on Sunday at historic Shakertown. There you’ll be treated to a tour of the restored 19th century dwellings, a riverboat cruise, evening entertainment and a fabulous dinner and breakfast. The round-trip route begins and ends in Harrodsburg, with a Saturday overnight at Danville’s famous Pioneer Playhouse.

A 2-day option (Saturday and Sunday only) is available, which includes the Saturday night stay in Danville and a visit to Shakertown, but no overnight stay on Sunday. For safety reasons, baby trailers are not allowed and some age restrictions apply. Participation on the Trek requires that you have a bike with at least 10 speeds. Trust us on this!

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When is the Trek?

The dates for this year's Bike Trek to Shakertown are September 13, 14 & 15. Two day ride is September 14 and 15.

For more information call 502-363-2652 or 1-800-586-4872 (toll-free anywhere from within Kentucky) or e-mail Carolyn Embry at carolyne@kylung.org. Or send your name and mailing address to:

ALA of Kentucky
PO Box 9067
Louisville, KY 40209-0067.

Is the Trek for Beginners or Pros?

"The Trek has something for everyone, whatever your experience level!" -Alex Burgard, Bicycle Sport Bike Shop

But, if you’re looking for more of a challenge, there’s a 69-mile, moderately hilly ride on Saturday and a similar option on Sunday. Monday’s routes are both shorter.

What Does the Lung Association Provide?

"It's the best supported ride around with lots of 'extras' for our comfort and entertainment." -veteran trekker Dottie Inman

You pay a $50 registration fee and raise pledges for the American Lung Association. We pull out all the stops to provide you with amenities galore:

a gear truck to carry your belongings

experienced tour leaders

on-the-road mechanic service

roving hospitality vans

rest stops with bountiful, high energy snacks

medical staff

fabulous food and lodging

pre-trek information programs and warm-up rides

evening entertainment

Add up the Prizes!

When you raise money for the American Lung Association, everyone's a winner. Our prizes are cumulative, so the more you raise, the more you are eligible to receive. (You receive all prizes up to and including your highest pledge total.)

When You Raise... You Receive

More details coming soon on our 2007 incentive prizes.

NEW THIS YEAR – SPECIAL PRIZES FOR TOP RECRUITERS!

Recruit the most new trekkers (people who have never been on the trek and who actually participate in the event), and you’ll win a $300 bike shop gift certificate (Louisville or Lexington).

How Can I Win the Grand Prize?

You could be the winner in our drawing for two round-trip Continental
Airline tickets to any destination in the continental U.S. (courtesy of
The Travel Authority) if you raise over $3000. Go for it!

How Do I Find Out More?

Call our office for more information. To get the full scoop, come to one of our evening programs. You'll see slides, meet other riders, and get information on safety, equipment, fund-raising and physical conditioning.

More details coming soon on dates, times and locations for our 2007 information programs.

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What is "Team Spirit"?

“A company team is a great way to promote camaraderie in the workplace while giving back to the community.” - Tony Disser, Kindred Healthcare

You can get your co-workers into the spirit of bicycle trekking by organizing a corporate team. Teams consist of four or more members. You can even take a team cup back to the boss if your team 1) has the highest pledge total or 2) has the most members. Registration fees, pledge minimums and prizes apply to each individual team member.

Who Benefits From My Pledge Dollars?

Everyone! When you join the Bike Trek to Shakertown, you become an active participant in the fight against lung disease. And your support has never been so important.

The American Lung Association of Kentucky sponsors programs statewide to help ensure a future free from lung disease. Some of the important programs and services supported by your pledge dollars are the following:

medical research

school and community health programs

tobacco control efforts

patient services

support groups for persons with chronic lung ailments

public education

asthma overnight camps and day fairs for children with asthma

clean air initiatives

Have the time of your life on the Bike Trek to Shakertown as we work together to Improve Life, One Breath at a Time.

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Thanks to the following for their generous support
of the 2008 Bike Trek:

Presenting Sponsor

Thanks also to the following for their generous donations: The Louisville School of Massage and Stillpoint Wellness Center, Saffron’s Restaurant, Sal’s Italian Chophouse, Palermo Viejo, Holly Hill Inn, Magee’s Bakery of Lexington, Limestone Restaurant, Pedal the Planet (Lexington), Netter Produce Company, Business First, S&S Produce Company, AAA Kentucky, Kroger, Paul’s Markets, Bob Hook Chevrolet, Tyme-It Transportation, Perryville Battlefield, Kentucky Portable Toilet, Inc., Old Ft. Harrod State Park, Harrodsburg Tourist Commission and Harrodsburg Dairy Queen.

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Click below for a list of information and programs: