Lewiston Loop: 31.61 miles
TANDEM: Ride Time was 2 hours 35 minutes, average speed: 12.2
Current activity in our neighborhood is being threatened by the introduction of sand mining
The town of Lewiston was hosting a Wind Event today and we decided to pedal to this informative display of wind energy. The event took place at the base of two Liberty Wind Turbines located in the fields around Lewiston and was hosted by Gunderson-Lutheran Clinic out of La Crosse, WI. Staff was around to answer any questions or concerns about the appearance of these enormous, spinning towers. It is the Clinic’s hope that by 2014 they will be energy independent and will be acquiring their energy needs from a variety of other natural sources—way to go Gunderson!
Many Wisconsin vehicles passed us on our route towards Lewiston and we figured they were heading towards the Wind Event to assist in the presentation. We generated many smiles and comments from the crew as our tandem was again spotted turning towards their tent and into the fields surrounding the windmills. We were offered grilled brats and a beverage and after touring the inside of the Windmill, readied ourselves to continue our ride back towards St. Charles.
Today’s biking event coupled with neighborhood activities, some good food and very fine weather, was a great way to spend this work-free Friday and a simple, cost-effective way to enjoy the great outdoors.
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