First Group Ride... Friday... NIGHT. Maybe.

http://reserbicycle.com/2010/11/co-e...the-moon-ride/

Am I crazy for even thinking of doing a night ride my first group ride?? The ride itself sounds awesome. Easy pace, beginners welcome, but I don't know how hilly this ride is and it sorta scares me. I know this town is LOADED with hills that would make a grown woman cry, but I doubt they'd include them on this ride if they're saying beginners welcome.

I bought lights, rear Planet Bike SuperFlash Blinky and PB Blaze 2W headlight, but wondering if there is any other gear I might want to make sure I have (gloves/helmet a given)-- temps likely in the 40's.

Any thoughts? Advice? Encouragement?

Thanks!!
Shannon