The tour consists of five loops designed for all levels of cycling experience.  Routes pass through scenic Northern Brown and Southern Oconto Counties.  Routes are marked and all riders receive a detailed map.  Support vehicles patrol the route to assist with mechanical and potential medical emergencies.

The tour begins at the West Side YMCA on Cardinal Lane in Howard. 

The tour includes:

·         15K (9.3 miles) family route through the Village of Howard with a rest stop at the Suamico Fire Station

·         35K (21.7 miles) intermediate loop to the Brown County Reforestation Camp

·         55K  (34.1 miles) another intermediate loop into southern Oconto County

·         80K (49.6 miles) challenging route with rest stops in Sampson and Sobieski

·         100K (62 miles) passing through the Machickanee Forest

The rest stops offer fruit, energy foods, home made breads and cookies, water, and Gatorade.