May Is Bike Month

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May is National Bike Month. In May in Rhode Island we can really enjoy getting outside. There is nothing that beats the feeling of experiencing the air, bird song, fragrances and beauty of our South Shore. May is Bike Month so pump up the tires and go!

To celebrate National Bike Month, the Breachway Bikers Community Group and Charlestown’s Block Island Sound Bikeway Committee invite interested cyclists to join them for a ride.

When: Saturday, May 4 at 9 am sharp – NO RAIN DATE
Where: Meet at South Farm Preserve, 427 Old Coach Rd, (ample parking)

  • The ride will start and finish at the South Farm Preserve and will cover
 approximately ten miles on the signed Be-Fit Road Bike Trail.
  • The Trail is on state designated roads suitable for cyclists.
  • Cyclists must be at least thirteen years of age and wear a helmet.
  • Consider bringing a picnic to enjoy at the South Farm Preserve after the ride.
  • Questions call: 401 364-6400

Charlestown’s Be-Fit Bike Trail is a really pretty exploration of Charlestown north of Rt. 1. The 25-mile trail passes about 5000 acres of open space, restaurants, historical sites, and beautiful farms all signed and easy to follow, right here in town. A full description, map, and disclaimer are available online at Charlestown Be-Fit Bike Tour.

The Breachway Bikers Club is a community bicycle group that explores our beautiful part of the world at a leisurely pace. You can join them on Saturday mornings at 8:00 am for around 10 miles and Wednesday nights at 5:00 pm for between 15-20 miles for a non-competitive bike ride throughout our beautiful area. Visit the club at Facebook/Breachway Bikers or email the group with questions at Breachwaybikers@gmail.com.

Charlestown’s Block Island Sound Bikeway Committee is working to improve biking and walking safety. A long-term goal is a safe route from the village center to Ninigret Park.


The banner image is a photo of deer crossing Old Coach Road in Charlestown by Frances Topping. The deer are leaving the South Farm Preserve woodland on the left and crossing the road to go into the Pasquiset Preserve. On a bike you’ll see more wildlife than in a car.