Antelope Island by Moonlight 2012 - Mayan Meltdown

Sunset on the Great Salt Lake Causeway to
Antelope Island.

by Karin Marie Plunkett

Couldn't resist a pic with one of the natives.

Imagine a 22-mile ride on an island surrounded by excited groups of families and friends. Now picture these people, old and young, bedecked with lights on helmets, bikes, and clothing. The Antelope Island Ride begins as the day ends. Our vehicle of anxious riders crept out along the causeway as the sun lowered in the sky.

Just before dark, the crowd began gathering for a large group start. With lights turned on and water bottles filled, folks gathered to participate in the adventure of night riding. City lights sparkled on the horizon and reflected in the glassy lake.

Watching small children, bike trailers, tandem bicycles, and the large variety of mountain and road bikes climb the rolling hills was both inspiring and delightful.

Meeting up at the historic barn for "updates" and refueling.

The ride is an out-and-back with a rest stop tucked into a cozy barn. There the riders are treated to a variety of fruits and bars. There we enjoyed the late moonrise as we regrouped and visited with friend.

Joining up at Syracuse Pizza Factory before
the ride so we can caravan across the causeway.

The Antelope Island ride is short enough to be undertaken by people of wide range of ages and fitness levels. The funds from the entry fees support the upkeep of the island. Approximately 2,000 people registered for the moonlight adventure this year. I hope to see you join us there next summer!

http://www.daviscountyutah.gov/go/moonlight/ 

http://www.davisareacvb.com/attractions/antelopeisland.htm