needed to facilitate this schedule concept . But with the club ’ s recent successes , Dave was certain that the SPER folks would have the resources , versatility , and space to accommodate the Mid-Atlantic region for a spring weekend of fun and competition .
Leading up to the event , SPER members and Mid-Atlantic regulars Steve Bowman , Sandy Quickel , and Mark Hummel created a buzz with their assurances that they had lots of cool trails yet to be seen by the vintage crowd . Knowing that the land available is rather spacious , everyone was anxious to see what the club had in store for the weekend . Approaching the site on the road that bisects the prior courses , it became quickly evident that there would be no return to the northern portion . The view to the north was dominated by an apocalyptic visage of clearcut forest straight to the horizon . Thankfully , the southern ground was untouched in the recent harvest and was sure to provide ample acreage for the event . Making the trek down the driveway to the parking area , there were plenty of arrows peeking through the trees in places that we ’ ve never been before confirming the anticipation of great new trails !
Subsequent confirmation of the variety to behold over the weekend was confirmed in Saturday ’ s rider ’ s meeting as Steve Bowman indicated
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