CATAWBA VALLEY HERITAGE ALLIANCE 2007 MURRAY'S MILL BIKE RIDE JUNE 7, 2008 15, 30 OR 65 MILES RIDE DESCRIPTION: A pleasant ride through the rolling and flat expanse of eastern Catawba County. Visit historic Murrav's Mill water driven gristmill on the National Register of Historic Sites and The Old Country Store. Three routes available - 15, 30 or 65 miles. All three rides follow the same route for the first 11 miles. A scenic and enjoyable ride for the entire family. Good food will be provided during and after the ride. Sag support will also be provided. The ride is sponsored by the Catawba Valley Heritage Alliance, a non-profit organization committed to preserving recreational resources and natural habitats. Visit our web site at www.heritagealliance.org. All proceeds will go to the Catawba Valley Heritage Alliance and Catawba County Historical Association. For more information on historic Murray's Mill visit their website at www.catawbahistory.org. STARTING PLACE / TIME: Ride will start at 8:00 am. The ride begins and ends at Murray's Mill, 2 miles south of Catawba. REGISTRATION: The pre-registration cost is $20.00 (deadline May 30, 2008). Day of the ride registration is $25.00 per rider. Registration will begin at 7:00 am. RAIN OR SHINE! Free T-shirts to first 150 registered riders. DIRECTIONS: From 1-40, take exit 138. Oxford School road south towards Catawba. Follow Hwy 10 west approximately 2 miles. Turn left at Murray's Mill sign and go approximately .3 miles on the right. From Charlotte, take Hwy. 16N through Denver. Turn right at the next stop light after Hwy. 150. This will be route 1003-Buffalo Shoals road. Look for Murray's Mill sign approximately 3 miles on the left. REGISTRATION FORM: Name: ___________________________________ Age: _____ Address: _________________________ City:_____________________ St: ______ Zip: __________ Phone: ( ) _________ Ride: 15______ 30_____ 65_______ T-shirt size: M ______ L _____ XL ______ Signature: ___________________________ Date:________________ Parent or Guardian: _____________________ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in Murray’s Mill Bicycle Ride, related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, appreciates, and agrees that: 1. The risk of injury from the activities involved in Murray’s Mill Bicycle Ride is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death; and 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks, both known and unknown, even if arising from the negligence of the releases or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and 3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If however, I observe an unusual significant hazard during my participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest Murray’s Mill Bicycle Ride representative. 4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release and hold harmless Catawba Valley Heritage Alliance, their officers, officials, agents and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event. X ________________________________________________ DATE:_________________________________ Participants/Legal Guardian Signature* * If applicant is 18 or over at the time of registration, he or she signs for self; if not, the parent or legal guardian signs. Please make check payable to C.V.H.A. and mail to P.O. Box 1327. Newton, NC 28658. Questions call Kathy McAllister 828-464-7730 or e-mail katmcallister@yahoo.com