Elkhart County

Distance From

• South Bend 20 mi. • Chicago 100 mi. • Indianapolis 165 mi. • Detroit 165 mi. • Cleveland 230 mi.

Preview of various routes

A self-guided bike tour through North Central Indiana

BloomNZoom.org

bloom&zoomSaturday, July 25, 2015

FLOWERS

FOOD

BICYCLESSpecial Thanks to our sponsors:

All About Cycling Family Bike Center

Lincoln Avenue Cycling Pumpkinvine Cyclery

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Coming Together to Promote Cycling

Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with God and people from all walks of life to build quality, sustainable and affordable homes in which people can live and grow into all God intends.

United Cancer Services of Elkhart County United Cancer provides assistance to cancer patients and their families to navigate treatment and share knowledge of available resources. We strive to educate Elkhart County residents in the prevention, detection and treatment of cancer.

Bike Elkhart Bike Elkhart is a grass-roots bicycling advocacy group that is working to improve conditions for cyclists in the City of Elkhart and surrounding county areas.

For More Information:

574.293.1683www.bloomnzoom.org www.fb.com/bloomnzoom2

Ride Information

What do the joy of the outdoors, a love of bicycling, colorful quilts and gorgeous gardens all have in common? It is our 5th annual bike ride fundraiser, Bloom & Zoom – benefiting United Cancer Services of Elkhart County, Habitat for Humanity of Elkhart County, and Bike Elkhart. This ride is designed for all skill levels, from experienced riders to energetic families.

Ride at your own pace

Whether you ride for the scenery or ride for the sport, the Bloom & Zoom bike ride is both a challenge and a great introductory experience for first-time riders.

• 10, 20, 40, 62.5, and 100 mile options

• Guided 10 mile option Elkhart only

• Gorgeous scenic views of Elkhart County’s famous Quilt Gardens featuring vibrant flowers creatively planted in colorful patterns.

• Deliciously catered sag stops

• The simple joy of knowing that you’re riding for a reason and helping three great causes!

Safety

• All riders should be in good enough physical condition to ride the course of their choosing

• All riders must wear a helmet

• Bikes should be in good working order

• Participants must sign a waiver

NEW

Register online! www.bit.ly/BloomNZoom2015

SAG Stops are in: • Bristol

Elkhart County Hist. Mus.

• Elkhart Knights of Columbus

• Goshen Old Bag Factory

• Middlebury Krider Worlds Fair Garden

• Nappanee West Park

• New Paris DeFries Gardens

• Shipshewana Menno-Hof

• Wakarusa Town Park

Registration Information

1. Online registration: bit.ly/BloomNZoom2015 2. Reach us by phone: (574)293-1683 3. Send an email: paula@stonesouppromotions.com 4. Mail us the registration form

Registration and rider check-in will begin at three locations at 7 am on Saturday, July 25. Please note the distances offered from each location.

Early Registration / Day of Prices $30.00 / $35.00 Person $45.00 / $50.00 Family

T-Shirts are $10, additional

Make a weekend of it! Don’t just come for the ride but make a weekend of it. There are lots of great places to stay, eat, and experiences to be had. Check out some of the great things you can see and do in Elkhart County from July 24–26, 2015.

ElkhartThings to do

• Wellfield Botanical Gardens • Ruthmere Museum • Midwest Museum of American Art

Places to Eat

• Iechydda Brewing Company • Miles Lab Burger Bar • Moringa Cafe

GoshenThings to do

• Elkhart County 4H Fair (open all weekend)

• Sat. July 25, 8 p.m. Joan Jett & the Blackhearts FREE Grand Stand Seating

• Downtown Goshen – Unique Shops & Places to eat

Places to Eat

• Constant Spring Bar & Restaurant • Venturi – Certified Neapolitan Pizza • Maple Indian Cuisine

For more information on places to stay, eat, and relax please visit bloomnzoom.org and click on make it a weekend.

Rides Starting in Elkhart Parking & Registration: Knights of Columbus Elkhart

112 E Lexington Avenue, Elkhart, IN 46516

10 mi. Guided – 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Elkhart

20 mi. Elkhart to Goshen and back 40 mi. Elkhart to Goshen to Middlebury to

Elkhart60 mi. Elkhart to Wakarusa to Goshen to

Middlebury to Elkhart

100 mi. Elkhart to Wakarusa to Nappanee to Goshen to Shipshewana to Middlebury to Elkhart

Rides Starting in GoshenParking & Registration: Old Bag Factory —

1100 N Chicago Ave, Goshen, IN 46528

20 mi. Goshen to Elkhart and back 40 mi. Goshen to Middlebury to Elkhart to

Goshen

Rides Starting in Middlebury Registration: Krider Worlds Fair Garden —

302 West Bristol Street, Middlebury, INParking: Syndicate Systems — 402 N Main St,

Middlebury, IN 46540

40 mi. Middlebury to Elkhart to Goshen to Middlebury