Asphalt paved trail. Start at northwest corner of 20th ST NE Lake Stevens and Machias RD (3 miles north of Machias Station). Gravel parking lot adjacent to west side of trail. Can be approached from Hwy 9 by turning east at Lundeen Parkway - eventually becomes 20th ST NE. A and B Terrain, 19 miles unless you want to do more or less (good ride for beginners as you can turn around at any point to make it the distance you want), Social Pace, Rest / Snack stop at north end turn around point, Armar Trail Head. Optional stop for lunch, coffee, tea, etc.near end of ride in Lake Stevens. Poor weather or forecast cancels although forecast is Good currently (73 F high). Ride Leader Bill Lutterloh 360.668.9554, LutterlohB@GMail.com, cell phone 425.870.6418.