Join us for a special Mindful Bike Ride on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. sharp. We’ll ride the scenic Hop River State Park Trail from Vernon to Bolton State Park and back—a peaceful round trip just over 2.5 hours, with a relaxing stops along the way. Feel free to bring your e-bike or a standard bicycle—whatever suits your ride.

Please arrive by 9:50 a.m. to get ready. We’ll meet at Hop River Trail Parking Lot in Vernon (51 Church St, Vernon, CT). Look for a silver Honda CR-V with brightly colored Tibetan prayer flags on the bike rack—that’s your organizer(s)!

Weather Note: This is an outdoor event. In case of rain or poor weather, the event may be canceled. Please check this event page for updates 2 hours before the gathering.

This weekly ride is open to everyone—you don’t need to be Buddhist or know anything about mindfulness. It’s about riding in nature, connecting with others, and being present. The organizer will offer mindfulness suggestions during the ride to help deepen your awareness and enjoyment.

This is a free event, but a suggested donation of $10 is greatly appreciated to help support our programs. To donate, visit our WEB SITE DONATION PAGE HERE.

Just bring your e-bike, helmet, water, and a spirit of openness. See you on the trail!

Visit our main web site: https://bffct.org/bff/

Mindful Bike Ride – Hop River Trail - from Vernon, CT