SHP Bike Tours
Teens, Adults, and Families
UNITED STATES, CANADA, EUROPE
Celebrating 41 Years!
Teens, Adults, and Families
UNITED STATES, CANADA, EUROPE
Celebrating 41 Years!
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Pittsburgh to DC
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Easy biking on beautiful bike paths. 
The biking begins two days
later in Duquesne, on the Great Allegheny Passage, a segment
of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, providing
a nearly level ride. Your group will cycle approximately
135 miles on the path before the connecting with the C&O
Canal trail. The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal is located along
the north bank of the Potomac River running approximately
184 miles, beginning in Cumberland, Maryland and ending, for our group, at the Jefferson Memorial in Washington, DC. The
group will enjoy two days in Washington and Alexandria, Viriginia, with a guided tour through our Capital (leaving you smarter
and more informed about the workings of our Federal City!) as well as sightseeing and shopping before departing for home| 2010 Dates | Finishing Grades | |||
| Section | From | To | Boys | Girls |
| PDC-1 | July 6 | July 19 | Junior High | Junior High |
| PDC-2 | July 6 | July 19 | Senior High | Senior High |
| 2010 Trip | Basic Cost | Airfare | Rental Equip | New Equip | Cont Fund | Total |
| Pittsburgh to DC |
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Logistics
When to Apply
To guarantee a place on a trip, we suggest that you reserve a place as soon as possible, by mail, phone (toll free 800-343-6132), or fax (215-891-9917). Please see applying for more information.
Trip Begins
Trip begins in Pittsburgh, PA. SHP will pick up trippers at Pittsburgh International Airport, or you may drive to Pittsburgh.
Trip Ends
Washington, DC. SHP van transportation is available to Dulles International Airport and Washington National Airport for trippers flying home, and to Langhorne, PA, Rye NY, Hartford CT, and Morristown NJ.You can also drive home from Washington.
Cycling
Easy.
Bike Type
Mountain, hybrid, or road touring bike. A rental bike is available for $120.
Overnights
Camping.
Facilities
Hot showers and flush toilets at all places.
To guarantee a place on a trip, we suggest that you reserve a place as soon as possible, by mail, phone (toll free 800-343-6132), or fax (215-891-9917). Please see applying for more information.
Trip Begins
Trip begins in Pittsburgh, PA. SHP will pick up trippers at Pittsburgh International Airport, or you may drive to Pittsburgh.
Trip Ends
Washington, DC. SHP van transportation is available to Dulles International Airport and Washington National Airport for trippers flying home, and to Langhorne, PA, Rye NY, Hartford CT, and Morristown NJ.You can also drive home from Washington.
Cycling
Easy.
Bike Type
Mountain, hybrid, or road touring bike. A rental bike is available for $120.
Overnights
Camping.
Facilities
Hot showers and flush toilets at all places.
When we came to a town that was interesting, we’d take a longer lunch time, and explore. When we’d see a pretty spot we’d stop and take a group picture. When we’d see a good beach, we would swim. The trip was run by what we opted to do, and that’s what made it perfect. Many camps treat you like a little kid, trapped in what the adults want you to do, but the SHP people make it possible for you to choose, but still stay safe and within reason!
I wouldn’t trade this summer for anything, it was the best of my life! If I were to sum up my SHP trip, I would have to say that I learned the most in these two weeks then anytime else in my life.
Laura Bakun, tripper
I wouldn’t trade this summer for anything, it was the best of my life! If I were to sum up my SHP trip, I would have to say that I learned the most in these two weeks then anytime else in my life.
Laura Bakun, tripper