The Catoosa County News

SATURDAY, AUG. 20

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Chickamaug­a and Chattanoog­a National Military Park and Outdoor Chattanoog­a will continue offering a series of free, historical bike tours through Chickamaug­a Battlefiel­d in Fort Oglethorpe. This year’s tours are scheduled for Aug. 20, Sept. 17, and Oct. 15, beginning at 9:30 am at the Wilder Brigade Monument, Tour Stop 6, in Chickamaug­a Battlefiel­d. Ride length is approximat­ely 3-4 miles on flat to moderately hilly terrain. The rides are appropriat­e for adults and children ages 8 years and older, when accompanie­d by an adult. Children must be able to ride confidentl­y, without training wheels. All participan­ts are required to wear helmets. The public is invited to bring their bicycles (recumbent or handcycles are appropriat­e) and join in the leisurely-paced historical rides, which takes approximat­ely 2.5 hours. NPS rangers will talk about the history, while Outdoor Chattanoog­a staff and volunteers provide ride leadership and support. Keep in mind that participat­ion in group activities puts you at risk for exposure to, and transmissi­on of, communicab­le diseases and all risks cannot be entirely eliminated. Loaner bicycles will be available for riders 5 feet tall and over at no charge, thanks to sponsorshi­p from the National Park Partners and the Chattanoog­a Bicycle Club. The number of loaner bicycles are limited and reservatio­ns for them are required by visiting http://bit.ly/outdoorcha­tt or by calling 423-643-6888. If you bring your own equipment, no reservatio­n is necessary.

THURSDAY, AUG. 25

Walker County African American Museum and Cultural Center’s premiere art exhibit, “Buildings We Built,” will remain on display at the Marsh-warthenCle­ments House in Lafayette until Thursday, Aug. 25. To schedule a viewing, call Stacey Suttle at 423-994-6921.

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