The 5th annual Busse Woods Night Ride will take place on Saturday August 24th, 2019.
The Friends of Cycling in Elk Grove and Forest Preserves of Cook County are hosting this exciting, unique event. It's the one and only day when you can ride the trail at Busse Woods after dark! The event/fundraiser takes place at the Busse Lake Boating Center in Busse Woods.
The Friends of Cycling in Elk Grove and Forest Preserves of Cook County are hosting this exciting, unique event. It's the one and only day when you can ride the trail at Busse Woods after dark! The event/fundraiser takes place at the Busse Lake Boating Center in Busse Woods.
Schedule and Wave Start Times
6:00pm - 8:30pm: check-in and bike checks courtesy of 7 Mile Cycles.
Wave 1: 7:15pm (Sunset Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 2: 7:30pm (Twilight Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 3: 8:06pm (Slow Roll/Family Wave) - JUST 4 TICKETS LEFT!!
Wave 4: 8:12pm (Extended Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 5: 8:18pm - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 6: 8:24pm (Extended Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 7: 8:30pm - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 8: 8:36pm - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 9: 8:42pm (Extended Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 10: 8:48pm - 16 TICKETS LEFT!
Wave 11: 8:54pm - 4 TICKETS LEFT!
Wave 12: 9:00pm - 15 TICKETS LEFT!
IMPORTANT NOTES
Wave 1: 7:15pm (Sunset Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 2: 7:30pm (Twilight Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 3: 8:06pm (Slow Roll/Family Wave) - JUST 4 TICKETS LEFT!!
Wave 4: 8:12pm (Extended Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 5: 8:18pm - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 6: 8:24pm (Extended Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 7: 8:30pm - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 8: 8:36pm - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 9: 8:42pm (Extended Tour) - SOLD OUT!!
Wave 10: 8:48pm - 16 TICKETS LEFT!
Wave 11: 8:54pm - 4 TICKETS LEFT!
Wave 12: 9:00pm - 15 TICKETS LEFT!
IMPORTANT NOTES
- All cyclists must be in good physical shape and able to ride the distance of their wave without assistance.
- All cyclists must wear a helmet and have a front white headlight in order to ride.
- Regular waves are 9 miles, lasting about 1 hour with a rest stop. Extended Tours are 12 miles, lasting about 1 hour and 15 minutes with a rest stop.
- All attendees must enter Busse Woods no later than 8:15pm. The entrance gate will be locked at 8:15pm. The exit gate will remain open for the duration of the event.
- This event will take place rain or shine. It will only be canceled if there is thunder and lightning. Because this is a fundraiser, no refunds will be available if the event is canceled due to weather.
Activities and Entertainment
6:30pm - 10:30pm: food (for purchase) from Poncho's Tacos
7:00pm - 9:00pm: live raptors on display from Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation
7:30pm - 10:30pm: music from the Dill Spears Band
8:30pm: flashlight tour
10:30pm: raffle drawing and awards for Best Decorated Bikes
7:00pm - 9:00pm: live raptors on display from Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation
7:30pm - 10:30pm: music from the Dill Spears Band
8:30pm: flashlight tour
10:30pm: raffle drawing and awards for Best Decorated Bikes
Sponsors and Partners
We'd like to recognize and thank our partners. Without their assistance and support, this fun, unique event/fundraiser would not be possible!
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Photos from the 4th annual Busse Woods Night Ride
Click HERE to view photos from last year's event. We had so much fun!
Map and Route
Below is a map of the event and the route for the Night Ride
FAQs
For safety and convenience, no trailers or tagalongs are allowed. All cyclists must have a helmet and a front light attached to their bike or helmet. Lights will be available for purchase at the event. Youth cyclists ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Q: Where is the Busse Lake Boating Center?
A: The Busse Woods Lake Boating Center is in Busse Woods, which is part of the forest preserves. You must enter the forest preserves to get to the boating center. Enter Busse Woods off E. Higgins Rd. / 72. You will drive for some time and dead end at the boating center.
Q: Is this a family-friendly event?
A: Yes! Children of all ages are welcome, however you must be 12+ to ride. There is special pricing for children to ride or just hang out. Children under 5 years old can attend for free. There will be bonfires, s'mores, raptor displays, live music, and games for all to enjoy.
Q: What if it rains?
A: This event will take place rain or shine. It will only be canceled if there is thunder and lightning. Because this is a fundraiser, no refunds will be available if the event is canceled due to weather.
Q: Where is the Busse Lake Boating Center?
A: The Busse Woods Lake Boating Center is in Busse Woods, which is part of the forest preserves. You must enter the forest preserves to get to the boating center. Enter Busse Woods off E. Higgins Rd. / 72. You will drive for some time and dead end at the boating center.
Q: Is this a family-friendly event?
A: Yes! Children of all ages are welcome, however you must be 12+ to ride. There is special pricing for children to ride or just hang out. Children under 5 years old can attend for free. There will be bonfires, s'mores, raptor displays, live music, and games for all to enjoy.
Q: What if it rains?
A: This event will take place rain or shine. It will only be canceled if there is thunder and lightning. Because this is a fundraiser, no refunds will be available if the event is canceled due to weather.