Bike-with-a-Ranger Programs

… a great way to explore Dayton’s history and learn more about the Wright brothers.

One of the great things about Dayton, Ohio is its extensive bicycle trail system that provides an excellent opportunity to explore a number of historic sites in the Dayton area. And what better way to explore these special places than with a park ranger from Dayton Aviation?

These ranger-led bike tours visit historic sites utilizing bikeways and streets. Some of the stops include the Wright Company airplane factory, Carillon Park and the Dunbar House.

Our first 2009 bike ride will be May 17. Check below for a detailed list of times and dates for other Bike-with-a-Ranger tours this summer.

You can also visit our Schedule of Events page for these rides and other fun park activities.

Bike-with-a-Ranger Tours

Choose from three programs offered this year.

Tour 1: Creative Dayton: Invention, Innovation, and Art
Sundays, May 17 and September 20, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
The Wright Cycle Company
22 South Williams Street
Dayton, Ohio 45402
Stops include Engineers Club, the Dayton History Archives Center, the Oregon District, and the home of poet Paul Laurence Dunbar. 

Tour 2: The Gem City: Historic Homes & Sites of Dayton
Sundays, June 14, July 12, and August 9, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
The Wright Cycle Company
22 South Williams Street
Dayton Ohio 45402
This somewhat challenging bicycle ride will stop at locations that include Hawthorn Hill, Patterson Homestead, Woodland Cemetery and Carillon Historical Park.

Tour 3: A Living Legacy: Huffman Prairie to Wright-Patterson AFB
Sundays, June 28, July 26, and August 23, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center 2380 Memorial Road
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433
Ride your bike to the world’s first air field and the Wright State University archives.

Registration & other information: Pre-registration is encouraged. You can also register at 8:30 am the day of the tour. Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Participants are required to bring their own bicycles and personal gear, including snacks and/or lunch. Helmets are required. For the latest information check our website at www.nps.gov/daav or call 937.425.0008.