Deb and I decided to give this route a ride to work off Thanksgiving dinner this year. I only took a few pictures, but it was a beautiful day. Goat farms, sheep up on the hillsides, horses in their pastures, quaint farm houses, a museum to slavery (we'll have to see next time), a brewery, and an old African American cemetery. PLUS, Deb grew up in the area, so riding through it brought back happy memories. What a happy coincidence!
There was a lot of African American history in the area. Here we came upon an old cemetery where the ancestors of the first African American community in the area are buried. Some of the stones were in disrepair, so we wondered who is maintaining the site.
Deb and I were chatting and there were quite a few ups and downs without much rest in between, so I didn't take many pictures. It was also a sad Thanksgiving for both Deb and I, so I didn't feel like snapping pics - was more interested in absorbing the beauty of the day.
This little museum looked interesting. It was closed (COVID?) so we will have to return.
A sign posted at the museum.
This interesting display appeared to be a progression of African American life after being brought from Africa - but I didn't get close enough to see for sure - and the figure in front was covered, so we couldn't see what the end point was. Again, we'll return when we can get the full experience.
This ride was lovely. It started a little grey with a smattering of busy rodes, hills, and unkept roads, but that was all just near Olney. Once we got out of town it was beautiful rolling countryside with lots of horses, goats, sheep. I'd definitely like to do it again!
The start was Sherwood Elementary School 1401 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860. The cue sheet was perfect.
Distance: 29 miles
Speed: 11.5 mph
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