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Bicycling, as well as walking/hiking for pleasure, has boomed during the 14 months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The combination of fresh air, easy access to biking options and that many families already had bikes, even if infrequently used, has led to a huge increase in cycling by Americans and certainly San Joaquin County residents. Another big plus is that cyclists gain a fair amount of exercise in addition to the scenic pay-back. The county is blessed by relatively safe, quiet places to pedal, graced by a year-round cycling climate, and flat to rolling terrain. If you have some experience and want to increase your mileage from 5 to 10 miles and more, the San Joaquin Bike Coalition and the Stockton Bike Club offer group rides, including many that pedal into wine country and the Sierra foothills. With National Bike Month coming in May, here are suggestions from local cyclists as to where, when and how to enjoy the sights outside your back door, from the seat of your bike. ....
Do you want the good news, or, the bad news? The good news is COVID-19 vaccines are reaching our community and our health care workers are using the best practices in combatting the virus. The bad news; infections, hospitalizations and deaths are reaching all-time highs – and Christmas and New Year’s holidays may further wreak havoc with our community’s health. I again suggest remaining mostly home-bound, limiting your travels to only the most required, and use your holiday and family time (connected to distant loved ones electronically) to research and plan for future travels. And, to whet your appetite for local attractions and special places, a host of Stocktonians offer creative local travel ideas. ....