Pictures from the 2007 Captain Scheetz Bike Ride

First photo is of Gary and Cynthia Wedde preparing for their ride. Dave Hoffman chats with Ralpho Township police chief, Stuat Appel about the start of the tour. The riders taking part from left to right are: Andrew Sinegra, Joe Sinegra, Craig Santucci, Charles McCollum, Misty Carew, Gary Wedde, Cynthia Wedde, and Dave Hoffman. Not pictured is Ed Washuta who snapped the pictures.

This years Captain Scheetz Charity Bike was a scenic 25 mile ride through the back roads of Columbia and Northumberland County between Elysburg, Numidia and Bear Gap, Pennsylvania. Due to numerous road constructions around the area and of previous routes, the ride was eventually pushed to Labor Day weekend. We had 8 new riders this year and many of riders in the past plan to return. We will establish a goal of 50 riders for May 3rd, 2008.

The bike tour started as a simple way to honor Captain Robert Scheetz formerly of Paxinos who was killed in action on May 31st, 2004. When Captain Scheetz joined the military, his final duty station was not even on the USA radar. He volunteered for the military and loved the job he was doing. Through his upbringing in the region, he earned the respect of the men he commanded and the Iraquis who he tried to help.

Whether you agree with the Iraq War or not, we honor his strength, character and his commitment to make the world a little safer for all of us. For Captain Scheetz, that's why we ride, remember and say thank you.

Route for the Scheetz Tour

Here is the route for the 3rd Annual Scheetz Charity Ride.

Beginning at Family Practice/Sun Othopedic just yards away from the Intersection of Route 54 and 487.

The Tour will leave the parking lot and head weston Route 54 via police escort and immediately turn North on Route 487 and head toward Knoelbels Amusement Park.

2.2 miles - RIGHT on to Jepko's Road and wind though Knoelbels Golf Course and through a covered bridge.

3.4 miles - LEFT on to Bear Campground Road - this will ride behind Knoebels Campground with the smell of cotton candy still in the air.

4.4 miles - RIGHT on to Pine Swamp Road - small climbs

7.1 miles - RIGHT on to Middle Road only for .10 of a mile.

7.2 miles - LEFT on to Jefferson Road

8.3 miles - LEFT on to Fisherdale Road (Road Sign is hidden behind stop sign.

9.5 miles - RIGHT back on to Middle Road

11.4 miles - RIGHT on to Route 42 (Numidia) plenty of berm.

11.9 miles - RIGHT on to White Church Road - this is the halfway point.

14.0 miles - RIGHT on to Bear Gap Road

18.3 miles - RIGHT on to Berks Road

18.7 miles - LEFT on to Happy Valley Road

21.4 miles - LEFT back onto Jepko's Road. NOTE: There is a stop and you should see the covered bridge.

22.2 miles - LEFT on to 487. LOCAL TRAFFIC CONTROL will be in place.

24.3 miles - Intersection of 54 and 487 - stop, dismount and walk bike across 487 into Turkey Hill lot adjacent to Family Practice/Sun Orthopedic.

90% of the ride is NOT on heavily traveled roads. You may see deer or even bear. Stay alert and alway practice safe road cycling.

Captain Scheetz Scholarship Bike Ride 9/1/2007

SEPTEMBER 1, 2007

The Captain Robert Scheetz charity bike ride will take place on Saturday, September 1st 2007. The ride which will be about 20 miles long will include refreshment. The donation is $20 and helmets will be required. Registration will be from 7:30 until 9:00 am. The ride will begin short after. Registration will be at Sun Orthopedic in Elysburg, PA at the intersection of Route 54 and Route 487.





The ride will be about 20+ miles and the final course is still being in the process of being set.



Captain Robert Scheetz was KIA on May 31st in Iraq from wounds received the previous day by an IED. Proceeds from the scholarship benefit students in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania.








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