Great Lakes to Greenbelt Farm Fresh Ride and Six Nations Tourism Grand River Paddle
Saturday 26 September cycling the Rural on the Ridge
Sunday 27 September - paddling experience on the Grand River with Six Nations Tourism
Ride Day One, Paddle Day Two or for the best value join us for the weekend to both ride on Saturday and paddle on Sunday
Day One - 26 September - 43km/20km loop - Rural on the Ridge Featuring a mainly flat signature cycling loop, developed in conjunction with the Hamilton Halton Brant Tourism organization. This route highlights the rural businesses and heritage attractions of the escarpment and features incredible lakefront views. Rest stops will feature fresh local produce. Registration fee includes a glass of wine (or soft drink) and light sandwich lunch at the finish at the beautiful Ridge Road Estate Winery.
- Day one ride starts and finishes at Ridge Road Estate Winery, 1205 Ridge Road, Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2X5
- Registration opens at 8:30am and ride starts at 9:30am 20km ride starts at 9:40am
- Short 20K ride option available featuring Ridge Road and the Dofasco Trail - gravel and some sections of boardwalk - gravel/hybrid bikes recommended for the 20km ride
- 43km route is flat and follows paved country roads. Suitable for all bikes.
- This is apple country; enjoy rest stops featuring local apple cider and fruit.
- Registration rate for Day One- $38.00 + processing fee - includes a glass of Ridge Road Winery wine and light lunch on your arrival at the Finish.
- Helmets mandatory - No helmet, no ride
- Day One Registration $38.00 + 4.94 HST +2.18 Processing Fee = $45.12
Day Two - 27 September -Join Six Nations Tourism for a paddle and lunch experience
- Join an indigenous led and interpreted 3-hour Canoe trip along the Grand River, (includes mandatory safety training)
- Arrive at 10:30am at Chiefswood Park, Brant County Highway 54, Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0.
- Learn about the history of Six Nations, the cultural and spiritual importance of the River itself and how traditional teachings are still kept alive today.
- Post paddle, come ashore for lunch, and indulge in culinary creations of Chef David of DEVOUR Food Co., an indigenous chef and caterer who uses locally harvested and foraged ingredients from the Carolinian forests of Six Nations in all that he offers.
- Day Two Registration: $85.00 + 4.33 Processing Fee = $89.33
- 16 Seats Available
Cycle Paddle Weekend Combination
- Join us for both days for a great weekend of cycling and paddling with local and Indigenous flavours.
Weekend Registration: $120.00 + 6.10 Processing Fee = $126.10
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Saturday 26 September – 43 km or 20km
Join us as we ride a new and flat route on the top of the escarpment. The route features flat and quiet country roads as well as part of the Defasco Trail. Take in the lakefront vistas as you ride the Great Lakes to Greenbelt Rural on the Ridge Route. Celebrate your achievements and the bounty of the Fall with rest stops featuring fresh local produce. Both the 43Km and 20km route starts and finishes at Ridge Road Winery. A glass of wine and light sandwich lunch are included in your registration fee.
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Register for Saturday 26 September – 43 km or 20kmCA$40.18Jun 1 - Sep 24
Sunday 27 September - Grand River Paddle - Chiefswood Park, 1037 HW 54, Oshweken
Join the Six Nations of of the Grand River Territory for a unique Indigenous paddling experience along the Grand River in traditional voyageur canoes. Seats for this unique tour are strictly limited. Your registration includes a lunch prepared by Chef David of Devour Food.
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Register for Sunday 27 September - Grand River Paddle - Chiefswood Park, 1037 HW 54, OshwekenCA$89.33Jun 1 - Sep 24
26 & 27 September - cycle on Saturday, paddle on Sunday
26 September –43km/ 20km- Cycle the Rural on the Ridge loop AND 27 September - Paddle the Grand River One weekend two great adventures
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Register for 26 & 27 September - cycle on Saturday, paddle on SundayCA$126.10Jun 1 - Sep 24
Contact information
- Event contact
- Brent Kinnaird
- Phone
- 416 943 8080
- Website
- Visit website
