City by City: Virginia, Washburn, Keewenaw Peninsula

Virginia Minn.- The Virginia Police Department has released a quick public service announcement as we head into the end of spring. In a post on social media, law enforcement has asked residents to keep their distance from bears this spring and to not approach them. They added if a bear climbs a tree it will come down on its own once it no longer feels threatened. The reminder comes after they say they’ve received several reports of a bear on the North side of town.

Washburn, Wis.- Registration is open for the 18th annual Superior Vistas Bike Tour. Riders start in Washburn and travel anywhere between 13 to 100 miles. There is also a fat bike route and for the first time, it will also offer a mountain bike option. There are rest stops along the routes and some overlap so riders can alter their distances and turn back if needed. The event is not a race, just a fun ride. Riders will hit the road on June 22 rain or shine.

Copper Harbor Mich.- In the Keweenaw Peninsula, mountain bike enthusiasts will be happy to know trails up there are now open. At least a good portion of them. The Copper Harbor Trails Club says the core network of trails near town is open, but East Bluff trails are still too damp. Saturday, May 4 is International Women’s Mountain Biking Day so the club will is hosting a ride at 3 p.m. at the Michigan Tech Trails. All are welcome to join.

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