Bike our Island on May 9!

Published on May 06, 2019

bikes lined up at school

Press Release

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 6, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Contact:

Sarah Henry, Public Information Officer

510-747-4714

 

Bike our Island on May 9!

 

Join a thousand Alamedans for Bike to Work & School Day this Thursday, May 9 -- the biggest bike day of the year. Commuters can pedal by one of five “energizer stations” across the island for a free reusable bag filled with goodies. Students at nine of the island’s elementary and middle schools have exciting morning celebrations planned.

 

Biking is a healthy commute choice for us and our planet. Alameda’s five energizer stations will be open from 6:30 am to 9:00 am (ferry terminal stations will open at 6:15 am). Find more information, pledge to ride, and learn about Bike Walk Alameda’s After Work Party at www.bikewalkalameda.org.

 

Energizer station locations in Alameda include:

  • Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal at 299 Adelphian Way

  • Bay Farm Island Bicycle Bridge at Otis Dr and Fernside Blvd

  • Park Street at 1365 Park St (on Central Avenue corner)

  • College of Alameda/Estuary Crossing at the NW corner of Atlantic and Webster

  • Alameda Main Street Terminal at 2990 Main St

     

Give your child a healthy start to their day by riding with them to school. Schools participating in Bike to School Day include:

  • Bay Farm

  • Earhart

  • Edison

  • Franklin

  • Haight

  • Lincoln

  • Maya Lin

  • Ruby Bridges

  • Wood

 

Most school events start at 7:45 am, but check with your school for the specific times.

 

Keep the momentum going the entire month of May with these other planned events:

  • Alameda Bike Festival & Rodeo on May 19: Non-stop fun for the whole family to inspire, educate, and encourage bicycle riding from 12:00 – 3:00 pm at Otis Elementary School. Learn more at www.alamedabikes.com.

  • Take the Challenge for the month of May: How many miles can your friends, neighbors, and colleagues ride in May? The Bay Area Bike Challenge is an opportunity for friendly competition among teams. Create a team and earn virtual prizes, with winners announced in early June. Register here: www.lovetoride.net/bayarea.

  • Bike Safety Education Classes: No matter what level of bicyclist you are, from learning to ride a bike to a weekend road warrior, you can find a class that will give you more skills and confidence on the road. Sign up for a free class here: www.bikeeastbay.org/education.

 

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