The Dancing Bear Bike Bash 2025 is this weekend!

We discussed the details at the meeting last night; if you were unable to attend last night and would still like to participate, contact Lou, WB3JKQ.

OVERVIEW

* The 2025 Dancing Bear Bike Bash will take place in Townsend, TN on Saturday, September 13.
* Race will start and finish at at 137 Apple Valley Way, Townsend, TN 37882 (same as years past).
- Maps available via RideWithGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/events/390541-dancing-bear-bike-bash Participants and volunteers are encouraged download the free RideWithGPS app and save routes offline. Note: Routes will not be fully painted/marked this year.
* The GPX files of the routs are also available at https://ki4hdu.com/mesh/events/2025DancingBearBikeBash/
* The course includes a 28 Mile, 36 Mile and 60 Mile route utilizing local roads in and around Townsend.
* Weather conditions are expected to be partly cloudy with a stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 87F. Winds light and variable.
* Communications volunteers are needed to provide logistical and emergency support along the race route for the duration of the event.

OUR ROLE

Provide reliable, real-time communications coverage along the race routes in order to:

* Relay status updates from race personnel,
* Report medical or logistical issues to race personnel,
* Monitor safety conditions along the course,
* Assist in coordination of race logistics (e.g., water stops, course closures).

Volunteers should be in place and ready for check-in by 08:45 and remain on post until released by Net Control.

Assignments: https://ki4hdu.com/maps/amateur-radio/dancing-bear-bike-bash/2025-dancing-bear-bike-bash/#c-assignments