underground railroad

Underground Railroad

The Just + Hope Underground Railroad Tour starts in one of the dominate slave ports in American history and follows the "Drinking Gourd” by tracing the rivers and routes of freedom seekers from the Deep South to the free land in the North.

In addition cycling, the team will have the opportunity to connect with churches and communities along the route, educating them about the realities of slavery today while sharing steps we can take in our own lives to end this horrible reality.

Trip Details

Dates: June 23 - August 2

Application Due: February 5th, 2010. Apply Now!

Challenge Level: Intermediate - Strenuous but most determined people can do it.

Support Level: Self-Supported Tour - Team members will be expected to carry their gear and personal belongings on their bikes. There will be NO support vehicle accompanying the team.

Participants: 10 maximum

Trip Cost: $3,495.00, we will provide you with resources to help you fundraise for the tour.

Additional Donation to the Just+Hope Campaign: $1000, we will provide you with resources to help you fundraise for the Just+Hope Campaign.

Inclusions: Experienced Leaders, Accommodations, Food, Tour Coordination, and Cycling Jersey

Exclusions: Travel to Mobile, Alabama and from Buffalo, New York, bicycle, personal cycling gear, and spending money

Lodging: Churches, hotels, camping, host homes

Route: The 2010 Just+Hope Underground Railroad route will take the team from one of the largest slave ports in American history north to the free land of upper New England and Canada. The route will follow riverbeds and trails used by freedom seekers throughout the eighteen and nineteen hundreds.