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Photo provided by Explore <br />Minnesota Tourism <br />MULTI -MODAL RIDES <br />Plan for points to switch modes. Look for outfitters with services <br />that can make these rides easy. <br />Kayaking <br />Canoeing <br />Running <br />Hiking <br />Walking <br />Rollerblading <br />Boating <br />Light rail/commuter trains <br />Road trips/driving - the Great River Road National Scenic <br />Byway is a natural partner for this combination <br />RIDES WITH OTHER RECREATION <br />Pack light and carry some equipment, or plan on renting at <br />stopping points <br />Fishing <br />Golfing <br />Swimming <br />Camping - most campgrounds welcome bicycles, some are <br />bicycle only. <br />FOOD ORIENTED RIDES <br />Pick your own berries, fruit, vegetables - see <br />www.pickyourown.orq or <br />http://www3.mda.state.mn.us/mngrown/ to find available <br />locations <br />Farmers Market Rides <br />Harvest rides - apple, rhubarb, pumpkin, sweet corn, etc. Many <br />communities have existing harvest festivals. Some farms have <br />developed into entertainment centers with food, restrooms and <br />fresh produce available. <br />Wineries, cider shops, local brewers <br />Wild harvest rides - search for edible plants in the wild during <br />brief, seasonal opportunities <br />FUNDRAISING RIDES <br />All fundraising rides can be to raise money and awareness. <br />Consider combining another activity to support the cause. Or collect <br />pledges per mile ridden. <br />Environmental - pick up trash, collect water samples, or ride to <br />an invasive brush clearing event and combine riding with work. <br />Combat illness - join forces with a business, hospital or support <br />group <br />SUMMARY VISION SETTING MARKETING PRODUCT AUDIENCE STRATEGY PARTNERS <br />fool E 543,41, <br />ITtL <br />Minnesota Mississippi River Trail Bikeway <br />SUPPORT <br />Page 8-10 <br />