Tour de Fruit Round 3 Presented by Neutral Cycle

Have you ever tasted a pawpaw, the largest edible fruit native to Urbana? On this 5 mile family friendly bike ride we'll visit numerous pawpaw trees and talk about everything pawpaw. Through the lens of pawpaw we'll touch upon history, ethnobotany, native ecology, poetry, propagation, cuisine, folk songs, and much more. Riders will be encouraged to save seeds and plant their own pawpaw patch.

Tour de Fruit Round 2 will take us to the edge of town for an interactive wild food plant walk. On the way we'll pass by several local forests to look at examples of native forest succession. The 13 mile ride will include one long break where we'll hop off the bike to get a close view of a variety of edible, medicinal, and dye plants. Both native and invasive species will be discussed for their utilitarian value. Be prepared for a 3 hour round trip with plenty of extra water and sunscreen.

Have you ever savored a serviceberry? Or marveled at the majesty of a wild mulberry? Join us for the Tour de Fruit where we'll discuss and explore C-U's wild food landscape with a friendly, inclusive bike ride. Arrive early for free air and lube compliments of Neutral Cycle.