Okay - definitely feeling uneasy about the wonderful weather we've been having recently. On one hand I'm enjoying getting the riding time and not having to worry about layering up to stay warm; on the other hand the looming drought and the prospect of it only getting warmer (read: Hot) doesn't fill me with joy. Nevertheless, I had a job to do today. I signed up as a Training Ride Leader and I take that responsibility seriously. Show up on time & ready, be friendly and knowledgeable, make sure that all of my riders are following the rules, and care for anyone that needs help. I've done this route before - it's popular. Head north from Orinda up San Pablo Dam Road, turn on to Castro Ranch Road to cross over to Pinole Valley Road and take that in to the strip mall in Hercules. Turn around and follow that track back home. There were a lot of new riders with us. That always gives me a good feeling. Even if you don't do the Ride in June, you are more than welcome to join us. http://www.tofighthiv.org/goto/jhowell