Ponca Pedalers Annual Fundraiser Ride
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Event Details
This annual fundraiser is a 36 mile ride with lots of hills & some flat areas with all paved roads that are mostly shouldered. We would like to invite anyone to take part in this ride event. The proceeds will be going to the Youth Boys & Girls summer baseball events and also to start a scholarship fund. You may see more details on our website. Have a fun summer riding and I hope to hear from you and see you here in the beautiful hills of Ponca.
Ponca Pedalers Annual Fundraiser Ride
Phone : 402-755-2584 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : gregg53@gpcom.net
Web: poncapedalers.com
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Attractions and Upcoming Events
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