RIDE AND REWARD
CYCLING THROUGH THE BoQ
Welcome to Ride and Reward, a new Bay of Quinte series where I share my cycling adventures around the region. My name is Allison and when I first moved to the region I didn’t have a car or a driver’s licence. For over two years I got around by bike, discovering Belleville and beyond. Join me as I share my favourite routes (and rewards!) and discover some new ones too. You don’t need to be an experienced cyclist or have a fancy bike to try out these routes.
BELLEVILLE:
THE CITY RIDE
This ride starts and ends in Belleville’s Old East Hill with a tour around the paved trails along the Bay of Quinte and Moira River and a stop for treats at Small Scale Bread.
BRIGHTON:
THE NATURE LOVER'S RIDE
Cycle through Presqu’ile Provincial Park where you’ll experience a variety of landscapes with great potential for wildlife sightings. Stops include ice cream and charcuterie.
GREATER NAPANEE:
THE WATERWAYS RIDE
This ride starts and ends at The Waterfront River Pub and Terrace and has a few hills that are worth it for the views over the Napanee river, Hay Bay and rolling countryside.
QUINTE WEST:
THE RURAL RIDE
This ride follows a well-maintained bike path going up the Trent River and rural backroads. Make a stop at one of the locks on the Trent Severn Waterway for a picnic halfway through.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Allison Nichol Longtin
My name is Allison and I’m a writer, educator, and dance artist. I’ve called Toronto, Montreal, Geneva, and Zurich home over the years, but put down roots in Belleville in October 2020. I love exploring my new surroundings by bicycle, meeting people in the community, and learning about all the Bay of Quinte region has to offer. I teach dance to students of all ages at the Quinte Ballet School of Canada and with the Prince Edward County Arts Council, of which I’m also a member.
