Pedal for the Planet
NEW DATE May 16th 11-2pm (Everyday should be Earth Day)
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a free guided mountain bike ride for kids (10 and up) and parents to celebrate Earth Day
EARTH DAY 2010: THE GREEN GENERATION
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Grab your whole family and join us on the magnificant trails at Stillwell Woods for a guided mountain bike ride.
All levels are welcome. Learn to ride from experienced mountain bikers.
Loaner bikes will be available for those who don't have their own.
Free giveaways and lots of prizes raffled off including a Trek Mountain Bike provided by Brands Cycle and Fitness.
Mechanics will be on duty to make minor repairs.
"By introducing kids to mountain biking, we hope not only to foster a generation of active children, but ones who have a fondness for adventure, a connection with nature and respect for the environment."
When: Sunday, May 16, 11 - 2pm. Registration opens at 10:45.
Where: Stillwell Woods Preserve, Syosset Click here for directions.
All riders (kids and parents) should have a safely functioning bike and helmet. Cycling gloves, eye protection and a water bottle are strongly recommended.
Although beverages will be available, this is a BYOB (bring your own reusable bottle) event to avoid the use of plastic bottles.
What difference does it make?
– 1.5 million tons of waste per year is attributed to bottled water
– Bottled water production requires 47 million gallons of oil per year
– 80% of plastic bottles are simply thrown away
– That which does not go to landfills can end up in the ocean and other bodies of water, which in turn negatively affect delicate ecosystems and the marine life and birds that inhabit them
Co-sponsored by ABD, CLIMB, Trips for Kids Metro NY and The Bicycle Planet.
Please register early. Click here to register.
All participants must register (online or day of) and complete a waiver. Please complete our waiver and bring it with you to the event, especially if a child is unattended by his/her parent (parent must sign).
Check back here for cancellation information in the event of rain.
Feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.
Thanks to all our supporters for helping to inspire and empower our children.
See you on the trails!
