Texas Now Magazine April 2015 | Page 27

“A Ride On The Wild Side” bicycle tour is a great event for families and experienced cyclists alike and includes three different routes that even an occasional rider would enjoy. Benefiting Texas Lions Camp for physically handicapped children, this is not only a wonderful chance to view King Ranch from a bicycle, but help out children as well. Whether you choose the 10, 30 or 65 mile route, you’ll bike through a rich countryside filled with an abundance of wildlife. King Ranch is one of the most wellknown ranches in the world. Comprised of over 825,000 acres of cattle range, it’s one of the largest working ranches in the world. The ranch has made history with their efforts of nature conservation, world class nature tours and protected wildlife habitat. Showcasing a bird list of over 450 species, along with thousands of deer, javelina, Santa Gertrudis cattle and reptiles, you never know what you’ll see on this “ride on the wild side”! The 10 mile route is great for families