Park & Rec. Began Offering Tours Using Charlotte Energy Solutions' Segways in 2008

SEGWAY ADVENTURE TOURS BEGIN IN MARCH TO EXPLORE LATTA PLANTATION NATURE PRESERVE
CharMeck.org, February 29, 2008

Charlotte, NC - Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department introduces Segway Adventure Tours of Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, 5226 Sample Road in Huntersville. Segways are battery-powered two-wheel personal transporters with gyroscopic balancing mechanisms and a top speed of 12 miles an hour. They are an ideal way to get around and see the wildlife, natural areas, and trails.

Latta Plantation Nature Preserve is Mecklenburg County's largest natural preserve, totaling more than 1300 acres. Segways are a way for visitors to cover a lot of ground and see many parts of the preserve. Segway Adventure Tours at Latta will include many highlights of the preserve such as Shady Trail, Buzzard Rock Trail, Laura's Trail, and gorgeous views of Mountain Island Lake. These Segway tours are available to only adults (age 18+). In accordance with Segway manufacturer's recommendation, riders must be 100-260 pounds.

Segways and safety helmets will be provided as part of the tours which last about three hours. Each tour includes a 30-45 minute training session on Segways. Test groups have checked routes and training for the past two months and have proclaimed the tours to be great fun. Most participants were surprised how quickly they became comfortable riding a Segway. Trail refreshments are included with each tour. Participants must sign standard waiver.

For more information or to register call 704.875.1391.

Weekend Segway Adventures:

* September - October 1st and 3rd weekends 9 a.m. -12 p.m. and 3 p.m.- 6 p.m.

* November – 1st and 3rd weekends 12 noon – 3 p.m.

* December - January – Private tours available

* February - 1st and 3rd weekends 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Call 704.875.1391 for private tour availability and detailed directions to tour starting point.

Eligibility Requirements

Participants must be at least 18 years of age, weighing at least 100 lbs and not exceeding 260 lbs. You must be in good physical condition, able to stand for extended periods of time; you must be capable of walking up a flight of stairs unassisted and without a handrail, not suffering from any physical ailment or condition which would in any way inhibit your ability to ride a Segway; be aware that this Segway tour is not recommended for women who are pregnant. Please wear closed-toed shoes (i.e. NO sandals, Flip Flops or Crocs). Please come prepared to sign a Liability Waiver and Release. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour.

For more info see Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation Segway Adventures website.

Segway x2's & Segway i2's are available from Charlotte Energy Solutions