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Arcata celebrates Skot, Denise Hill is Back Leaves Reno amid fanfare



 
 
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Old July 26th 03, 09:24 PM
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Default Arcata celebrates Skot, Denise Hill is Back Leaves Reno amid fanfare


Skot Paschal rode the last 15 miles in to Arcata today with Mayor Bob
Orneleas who had the day before wrenched his back and stepped on a
nail. And such misfortune could not have happened to a more loving man.
After working with him this last week, I can see why it is no wonder
that the Arcata citizenry keeps reelecting him and when he says he
needs help with a project everyone pitches in. He told the media he
had a bikes story he wanted coverage for and they were there. He asked
the Chamber of Commerce to help and they got some of the business
community out to celebrate Skot, We'll have a full report soon but for
now, here is a worthy smattering of Pocket Mail (Eugene to Arcata)
reports from another man who everyone, specially children, loves, Skot
Paschal :

**Hanging w/mayor Bob**
Hey Hey What Do You Say?
Now finds me at a party with the cool mayor BobO and his pals. We went
to the hot tubs and then pub time.
The media was there and I'll be on the evening news and morning paper.
This town has treated me and NBG quite well.
Now it's time to figure step next one. Everyone says it cannot be done.
Too hot, weekend traffic and no shoulders. Avid riders say "forget
about it." I'll sleep on it. Maybe if I get to Redding...crazy.

People
are all around that walk.
They talk of houses,
and babies,
bills
Me I think of the redwood avenue
that welcomed me this day,
the fog and road that rolled.
Thoughts that questioned if I can.
There are many things that people say that really are important
but nothing like the soul.
For it takes big effort
away from comfort town
a place that could be queasy,
the road is south of uncertain,
take a chance baby,
'tis easy,
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it's just shy of noon and Mayor BobO is to be here at 12:30 to ride
into town and celebration. I got up at 4:30 and have rode a ton
already. My legs are crashing, the rest of the day in Arcata will be
rest and decision: no way to Ride Chico in a day and a half. There is
up an down major mountain climbing and over 100 deg. heat.

trying to be good,
embrace another long hill
cherish the cold that sends a hundred chills.
sing with the strain and pain,
because
i could be working.
Which is more valuable:health or wealth?
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Put your hands on your knees.now cross your hand and wiggle your
knees, I'm in Charleston. There is a bridge outside of North Bend/Coos
Bay that's a mile long, sheer drops and today the wind was so bad that
I had to fight to keep out of roaring trucks, speeding cars and
crashing water. Halfway across one word kept me going "Beer", so my
pledge was to ride until tap beer could be found. Oyster cove solved
all my woes and a veal special that was BUTTER.

Oregon is resurfacing the roads and they are a joy. The bike lanes have
enough room to dance in. This is THE bike state. That's my story and
I'm sticking to it.
Mr. Mayor, here I come..details sketchy; as is the road less pedaled.

Now a zen moment.

There are ripples
in
rivers blown
treetop waves
dune in progress
and the day.
To see beyond the source
puts the fun
in profound
and sparkle-
snap in your sashay.

the wind made me do it,
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95 at noon
65 at 6
This is wild. Earlier I was hiding under a roadside bush for relief
from the intense rays and now I find myself rubbing my hands together
for some warmth.
The last 15 miles were led by a monster headwind that kept me about 5
mph. This was a tough day of challenges.
I need to set up tent and hide away. This is probably one of the few
downright chilly places in the country.
There is a sign by the kitchen window that has a kneeling/praying
figure and the quote is: "Waitress...Ple-e-e-ze! Bring my order." I've
been warned.

There are sounds today
and smells renewed
of blackberries
rivers and geese.
The road is here to bring me back
to where we all need be.
there is no vcr
no dvd
not even a remote control.
Only me, the blacktop and a spirit that can't be found on any TV.

Yield and you can stay centered.
-Lao Tzu

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And yet another relay ride had a ceremonial send off today. Reno kicked
our ride off to Sacramento from their City Hall amid even more
excitement. And not only is Jim Muellner back but so is Denise Hill.
I'll let them fill U i on the details:

Hi All You Wonderful People:
Wow, everything went very well. The Reno Gazette, Channel 8 TV, David
Aizzi, Commissioner and Reno City Councilman read the proclamation.
Also, Steve Frady, the Public Relations Officer was there to lend his
support.
And especially my surprise guest DENISE HILL now from Salt Lake City,
where she is a researcher for the forest service.
She looks great and is excited about rejoining the ride. She has not
decided how far she can ride, but will let me know as we ride.
Tim, from Deux Gros Nez, was our leader and led us to city hall and
back. He wants to show us the recommended route out of town and ride
part of it.
We are off. Jim

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location: Hallelujah Junction, CA

hey Martin, what's your state flower? because it was on the sign that
said "Welcome to California"...

yes, I've jumped back on for one more leg, Reno - Sacramento. this
one's got mountains, lakes, and rivers, and a state I've never been to.
besides, the stark contrast of my bike shorts tan line was starting to
fade; it was time to ride.

I arrived in Reno this morning and easily found Jim at Deux Gros Nez.
it's a predominantly vegetarian cafe and the decor is very "bike," so I
liked the city straight away. owner Tim is a former racer who once rode
from Reno to Sacramento in a day. I was inspired.

we had the proclamation ceremony, replete with TV cameras and
interviews, and Tim treated us to lunch at his cafe while we pored over
the map. then I got a new front tire and a water bottle cage (woohoo,
dehydration be damned!) and we were off.

it was an easy riding day (I was just glad I remembered how to pedal),
and despite the heat there's a wonderful breeze going so it wasn't bad.
we're camping out somewhat near a convenience store, which doesn't
sound too glamorous, but the free facilities, picnic bench and
surrounding mountainous scenery are more than enough.

and I'm in California!!

fingers crossed for Lance,

Denise (and Jim)
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Skot Paschal http://www.skot.web-page.net
Skot can be reached on the road at:

67 year old, trike riding Jim Muellner can be found at
http://www.bikeroute.com/NationalMayorsRide/JimMuellner
His email on the road is:

Denise Hill
http://www.nationalbicyclegreenway.c...bios/denise_hi
ll.php one of the stars of the DC to Pittsburgh relay leg
http://www.bikeroute.com/NationalMayorsRide/Pittsburgh can be reached
at

If you want to start from the beginning and/or follow Jim our other
NBG relay riders as they move forward in the National Mayors' Ride at
http://NationalBicycleGreenway.com/Events/Mayors_Ride/schedule.php,
point to their blog at
http://www.nationalbicyclegreenway.com/Events/Mayors_Ride/reports.php.
All of this excitement will al be consummated at the second annual
Santa Cruz NBG Bike Fest* on Sunday August 17 c/
http://www.nationalbicyclegreenway.com/Events/Festival:

btw: If you want to become a rider, we still welcome you!! Go to
http://NationalBicycleGreenway.com/Events/Mayors_Ride/getstarted.php,
to find out how!!
btw2: We have pictures from the various ride legs on line at
http://www.nationalbicyclegreenway.c...ery/2003Mayors
btw3: If you want to see who these cyclists are, go to
http://www.nationalbicyclegreenway.com/Events/Mayors_Ride/bios



--
MARTIN KRIEG: "Awake Again" Author c/o BikeRoute.com
79 & 86 TransAms, nonprofit Nat. Bicycle Greenway CEO

Ever wanted anything so bad U were willing to die for it?
Really die? By moving thru clinical death and reversing
paralysis, *I saw God* when I answered that question.
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