May is alley cat awareness month in Hartford

Next month Hartford will host not just one but two alley cats. Both are special, in their own unique way: the Hartford Rally Cat on May 9 will be a mixed terrain race, and the Ladies First Alley Cat on May 31 will be, well, for ladies only.

  

The Hartford Rally Cat will feature checkpoints that require a little fun dirt and trail riding in cool spots in and just outside the city. Nothing too technical, and any bike will do. We've got some really great sponsors lined up, and there will be great prizes. Most importantly perhaps, there will be coffee at the start (81 Pope Park Highway) from A Happy Life!

Plenty of volunteer opportunities available if you want to be a part of these events but don't want to ride. Email Justin at eichenlaub@gmail.com if you're interested in helping out with the rally cat on May 9. Email Kate at kbergren@gmail.com if you're interested in helping out with the Ladies first alley cat on may 31.