I recently had a conversation with someone who is moving to our area.  He indicated that he was an active person and wanted to be located in a community that had a lot to offer in outdoor activities.  We discussed golf course communities as he is an avid golfer, but I also mentioned that our communities are very bike friendly and that we have a great Rails to Trails program.

If you are not familiar with the Rails to Trails program, this is where old railroad beds and corridors have been paved and converted to bike trails.  They are gently sloping and roll through beautifully scenic area of woods and farmland.  Anywhere the trail crosses a street, there are both warning signs to the trail user and to automobile traffic.  The beauty of this program is that it made use of areas that were abandoned with the decrease in train traffic and created a safe place for people to enjoy riding their bikes, skates, or walking/jogging without worrying about cars.  Some areas also allow horses as well.

Xenia, Ohio, is a huge hub for the bike trails in Southwestern Ohio.  The city has welcomed bikers by building a nice station with parking, restrooms and a play area for the kids.  Xenia has also widened the city streets with a dedicated area for bicyclists to ride safely, allowing them to access restaurants and amenities in downtown Xenia.  A lot of neighborhoods throughout Greene and Montgomery counties have access points to the bike trails and signage pointing to the bike routes.  Get your bike out and enjoy the ride!

 

 

About the Author:

Cyndi Shurts grew up in Beavercreek, and as a lifelong resident of Dayton, Ohio, enjoys introducing others to some of the treasures to be found in and around the Gem City.  After 21 years in the medical field, Cyndi began her business as a full time Realtor alongside her husband, Don, and they created their team Don and Cyndi Shurts & Associates with the mission of providing the best service and experience for their clients.  With 14 years in the industry and hundreds of transactions behind her, she still finds great joy in working with buyers to find the home of their dreams or helping sellers realize their financial goals.
Cyndi lives on a 5 acre farm in Bath Township with her husband Don and they have 2 wonderful sons and a beautiful daughter-in-law.  When not selling houses, Cyndi enjoys playing with her horses and dogs, traveling to new places, and spending time with her family.