Regrettably, we have made the very difficult decision
to cancel the 2020 Willkie Days Five in 50 Bike ride due
to the risk posed by COVID19. After careful consideration
we felt that this decision was in the best interest of
protecting the health of our riders and volunteers. We
hope that you will be able join us on September 18, 2021
for a bigger and even better ride and event.
About Willkie Days Five in 50 Covered Bridge Ride
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Why Participate?
Take in breathtaking scenery, improve your fitness, and support a community's efforts to preserve a piece of history. The Five in 50 Covered Bridge Ride offers riders the premier riding experience in our region. In a post-event survey, 100% of last year's riders indicated that they will return this year. Here's what else riders had to say:
- "Fantastic event and a total bargain. The course was pretty, well marked, and not too tough. The parade start was super fun!"
- "I brought 7 friends and sure more would like to come next year. We enjoyed everything. The people running the ride and all the SAG stops were incredibly kind."
- "I've ridden hundreds of organized rides, and I will definitely be back. I enjoyed your ride, and all the volunteers were very friendly. Was a very enjoyable ride."
- "It was a nice ride in a very welcoming city that I had never been to!"
- "This was an extraordinary event for the first time. Congratulations to you all for doing such a fine job! I loved starting the parade....Thanks for a great route and super organization!!!!"
How Your Support Makes a Difference
Your support of the Five in 50 Covered Bridge Ride directly impacts the Rush County community.
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Learn about the Five Covered Bridges
The bridges featured in our event are historic covered bridges, dating back to the 1870s. Less than 2000 covered bridges remain in the world today, and Rush County is proud to be home to five functioning bridges. Three generations of the Kennedy family built 23 bridges in Rush County between the 1870s and early 1900s. The "Five in 50" ride provides you the unique opportunity to cycle through each of the bridges that remain operational in our community today.