Families looking for a safe bicycle riding opportunity are welcome to join the Menomin Meander on Sat, August 9th. The Meander follows the trail which loops around Menomonie’s Lake Menomin, about nine miles in length. The ride is totally free.

The ride begins with a helmet give-away for kids, sponsored by the New Richmond law firm of Doar Drill and Skow, at 8:30 a.m. at the Dunn County Fairgrounds. The Meander ride will start at 9 a.m., with a ride leader to guide the bikers, and a sag wagon to follow in case anyone has mechanical difficulty or tires out. Road guards at the few strategic road crossings will help ensure safe riding.  Most of the route is on segregated bike trail.

Halfway around the loop at Wakanda Park will be a food and rest stop, adjoining the playground area, which includes restroom facilities.

The Menomin Meander is sponsored by the Menomonie Optimist Club, the City of Menomonie and Culvers, which is providing free custard coupons for all riders.

For more information visit the City of Menomonie website here.

David Williams is a Menomonie resident and retired UW-Stout administrator.