NEWS RELEASE   

 

For Release: Sept. 24, 2002                                                                            

Contact: Jeff Fontana (530) 252-5332

CA-N-03-97

 

                                                           

AUTUMN BUS SHUTTLES PLANNED FOR BIZZ JOHNSON TRAIL

            Crisp autumn days are great times to enjoy the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail, and two upcoming bus shuttles will provide added convenience for outings.  Lassen Rural Bus and the Bureau of Land Management will offer the shuttles on Sunday, Oct. 6, and Saturday, Oct. 18.

            The Oct. 6 shuttle departs the Susanville Railroad Depot on Richmond Road at 8:30 a.m.  The Oct. 18 shuttle, for the annual Fall Colors Ride, will leave the Depot at 8:30 and 11 a.m.  Riders should be there a half-hour early to allow time for bicycle loading.

            The shuttle transports mountain bikers, hikers and joggers from Susanville to Westwood.  Various stops allow for return trips of seven, 18 or 25 miles on the Bizz Johnson Trail.  Using the bus eliminates the need for arranging individual vehicle shuttles, said Stan Bales, a BLM outdoor recreation planner.

            There is a small shuttle fee.  Reservations can be made by contacting the Susanville Railroad Depot Visitor Center at 252-3252.

-BLM-

Eagle Lake Field Office     2950 Riverside Drive     Susanville, CA  96130