A
look forward to Hoosic River Ride 2008: This year, our annual
3-state bike touring event will be on Saturday, August 23. It will
start from Bennington College, Bennington, VT and will include THREE routes
highlighting the beautiful Hoosic Valley. Approximate distances will be
15, 30, and 65 miles. Check back soon for more details!
Many Thanks to our Sponsors
Who Make the Hoosic River Ride a great success!
Riders,
please be sure to thank our 2007 sponsors below!
Businesses
in our communities are asked to support many worthwhile causes.
Let them know that you appreciate their support for the 2007 Hoosic River
Ride!
Grinnell,
Dubendorf
& Smith
Attorneys
at Law
Their motto is "The Confidence of Experience" and they are one
of the most respected law firms in Western Massachusetts, Grinnell, Dubendorf
& Smith, LLP, is an eight-attorney firm with expertise in the areas
of commercial and corporate law, financing, venture capital, estate planning
and administration, real estate, zoning and land use, and mediation.
Williamstown Office
One Bank Street
P.O. Box 576
Williamstown, MA 01267-0576
(413) 458-9601
Fax: (413) 458-9435
E-Mail: gds@gdslaw.com
Heliocentrix
Solar Thermal Solutions
Heliocentrix is a family owned business dedicated to using solar energy to begin solving the world's energy problems. Based in Williamstown, Massachusetts, Heliocentrix sells and installs Thermomax evacuated tube collectors. These advanced, efficient systems are used to heat domestic and commercial hot water, and to heat hot tubs, pools and as part of radiant heating systems.
281 HENDERSON ROAD
WILLIAMSTOWN, MA 01267
(413) 458-2255
INFO@HELIOCENTRIX.COM
The
Store at
Five Corners
Welcome to the Berkshire's Gourmet Marketplace, the oldest continuously
operated country store in America. Here you'll find local specialties
from around New England as well as throughout the world. World-class coffees,
chocolates, wines, unique gifts, gift baskets, and more made to order…
all for local pick up or shipped to your door. They'll be contributing
their great fruit salad to our picnic.
info@5-corners.com
Routes 7 & 43
Williamstown MA 01267
Phone: (413) 458-3176; Fax: (413) 458-0931; Toll-free: (888) 745-1770
www.wildoats.coop
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 - 7: Weekends 9 - 7
Thanks for the fruit for our aid stations!
Wild Oats Market opened a storefront as Wild Oats Coop in 1982, and they're still going strong. They are now a community marketplace, supporting local agriculture, natural, organic, gmo-free and whole foods, plus some real treats!. They have an in-house bakery and a "grab and go" deli. They also offer natural household and pet products, nutrition supplements, local crafts, books on related topics, and community-welcome events. Route 2 in Williamstown.
New to this year's ride is our Hoosic Happy Hour to be held at The '6 House Pub in Williamstown with beer supplied by the Berkshire Brewing Company. Berkshire Brewing Company Inc., is a local Micro brewery located in South Deerfield, Ma., established in 1994 by Christopher T. Lalli and Gary A. Bogoff. Their goal is to produce clean, fresh, well-balanced ales & lagers in small batches (620 gallons). At the present time they are capable of producing 420 barrels (13020 gallons) of fresh beer each week. All of their beer is unfiltered, un pasteurized and contains no chemical additives or preservatives. As craft brewers, they are now producing nine styles of beer year round and a number of seasonals. Visit them in Deerfield for a tour or at www.berkshirebrewingcompany.com
The Chef's Hat
413-458-5120 All-American food served fast and hot. 905 Simonds Rd. (Rte.
7). Lucky for us they'll be contributing food to our post ride picnic.
Clif Bar
www.clifbar.com
"At Clif Bar Inc, a portion of the money we earn and hours we work
will always serve to support and improve environmental, social and cultural
needs-from our local to our global community. Putting our values into
action goes beyond our bars. Serving our community and supporting important
causes is not a by-product of our business. Rather, it is one of the reasons
we are in business." Thanks Clif Bar for providing the fuel to our
participants!
Adams Cooperative Bank
At Adams Co-Operative Bank, we've been serving the financial needs of
local residents and businesses since 1895. www.adamscooperative.com
Arcadian Shop
An outdoor specialty store. www.arcadian.com 413-637-3010
Ashley Swift & Sons
Over 50 years of service-since 1948. 413-664-6701. www.ashleyswift.com
Baker Agency
"Helping you to insure the things you love" 518-686-7494 www.thebakeragency.net
Bennington Subaru
A "Stellar Performer Dealer" - Committed to finding the perfect
Subaru for you. 802-442-3400 www.bennington.sne1.com
Berkshire Gas Co.
Serving the energy needs of western Massachusetts for more than 150 years.
www.berkshiregas.com
C.H. McNally & Son, Inc.
Po Box 96, Eagle Bridge, NY (518) 686-9442 or mcnallys96@aol.com
Country Properties Real Estate
"At your service Washington & Rensselaer counties" www.countrypropertiesre.com
or 518-677-8588
Greylock Federal Credit Union
"Member Owned. Value Driven" www.greylock.org
Helen's Place
"Innovative deli food" at 60 Spring Street Williamstown 413-458-1360
Fax: 413-458 1361
Hoosick Tire
Your source for tire sales and tire repairs. 518-659-1168 @ 93 Spicer
Road
Hoosick Falls, NY
Hoosick Federal Credit Union
518-686-4504 "A community credit union" in Hoosick Falls, NY
Overland Summers
A credited summer travel programs
for 11-18 year olds www.overlandsummers.com
Pella Products Windows and Doors.
For a dealer near you see www.pellla.com
Powers Market
A country store, deli and wine shop (gift baskets too) in No. Bennington
www.powersmarket.com or phone 802-442-6821
Rickert Electric serving all your electrical needs. 413-458-9632
r.k. Miles Inc.
One of the leading hardware and building material suppliers in the state
of Vermont-now with a store in Williamstown. www.rkmiles.com
Stewart's Shops
An employee and family owned business with convenience stores throughout
NY and VT-"We are closer to you." www.stewartsshops.com
Trustco Bank
Their mission is "to provide the lowest cost of high quality services
to its customers in the communities it serves and return to its owners
an above average return on their investments." 800-670-3110 www.trustcobank.com
Williams College Dining Services
Seeking more organic, fresh and locally-produced foods for its dining
halls through partnerships with local farmers. www.williams.edu
Williamstown Physical Therapy
Helping people get healthy at 413-458-8090
The 1896 House and The '6 House Pub
Charming accommodations with the great '6 House Pub open daily from 5:00
p.m. www.1896house.com
or call 888-242-6479