Some challenging hills lead to Chester NH, a historic small town with a good General Store for lunch or a snack. Expect mostly wooded roads, old farms, and out-of-the-way historic districts such as North Danville. Chester's October scarecrow festival adds great local color, with over 1,000 scarecrows placed around the region. The 27 and 54 mile routes depart from the Amesbury Elementary School. The 40-mile remote start option begins in Newton NH, partway into the long ride. That will allow more riders to get to Chester and the scarecrows!
