This is a very scenic ride, especially the 60-miler!  Woods trails, abandoned logging roads with soft sandy gravel, power-line trail, and dirt & paved roads. Some rocky footing. Padding optional but shoes or boots recommended. Lots of hills, some steep; breastcollars are strongly recommended (especially for the 60-milers). Route will include water stops at ponds, and there will be plenty of spots for crews to meet their riders and horses. Crews should come prepared to bring water to their riders at on-trail crew stops. Maps and directions will be provided for the riders and their pit crews.

SCHEDULE

Mountain View Farm will be open for camping from Friday to Monday; early arrivals OK with permission!
Hot Toddy Hustle I:  Friday’s vet-in will be from 2-6pm, with the ride meeting held promptly at 6pm. 
Hot Toddy Hustle II:  Vet-in will begin on Saturday after the vets have returned to camp, as their workload allows.  Saturday's ride meeting will be after the awards ceremony.

AMENITIES

Indoor and outdoor arenas available for vetting. Hayfield camping with port-a-potties. A limited number of large pipe corrals may be available with advance notice for $15 per night; sharing encouraged. Tie-rail for baths (cold water only). Horse water available. Farrier available at extra charge. Food and gas/diesel are a mile away on Rt. 1, groceries at Hannaford in Bucksport (although they have a small parking lot). There are several restaurants and sandwich shops within 5 miles.

FOOD

Ride dinners on Friday and Saturday will be potluck, so please bring (or buy) your favorite dish to share. Management will provide a hot entrée and coffee/tea/cider for hot toddies... BYOB! 

RIDE-SPECIFIC RULES

Pack out all trash and manure; scatter hay.  Ridecamp dogs must be leashed or confined at all times. Juniors (riders under 16) must be sponsored by an adult according to AERC rules. 
*** This event is co-sponsored by ECTRA, and therefore helmets are required for ALL riders. ***