Thursday, May 28, 2009

Mountain Bike Rides for Kids 2009! First ride this SUNDAY!

Here is some event news from Holly via PORC. She is dedicated to getting kids into our sport.

Mountain Bike Rides for Kids 2009!
Purpose: To expose kids to the joys of trail riding!
Time: 2-4ish pm
Dates & Locations :
-May 31- Hartwood Acres Park, Mansion Parking Lot
-July 26- North Park, Pie Traynor Field Lot (near pool)
-Aug 30- North Park, Pie Traynoe Field Lot (near pool)
-October 3- Hartwood Acres Park, Mansion Lot (*International Take aKid Mountain Biking Day)

Sponsors: Dirty Harry’s, Pro Bikes, & P.O.R.C.
Thank you to: both shops for providing snacks & prizes for 2 rides &P.O.R.C. for providing our rides with insurance & ride volunteers!

Kids' Need: a bike (in trail shape by 2pm), a helmet, a water bottle(& a way to bring it along), a signed parental release form! (must sign at event)

Ride Specifics:
-Parents are encouraged not to ride with their own children, but areencouraged volunteer to help with the opposite group (other level), orride/walk park with other parents, or return by 4pm.
-Suggested Ages 7-12
-Ride will consist of some basic riding instruction, a 60-80 minutetrail ride, and then a snack/prize giveaway at the end.
-All riders and adults need to be aware of the risks involved inmountain biking.

If you need contact information email me.

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