Green + Solar Tour, Final Smart Cycling Clinic - This Saturday

Two great city biking opportunities this weekend - maybe the last really fine weather of the season!

Salem Green + Solar Tour = Free Bike Tour

The Salem Green + Solar Tour is on Saturday, and it's free for people on bike! (Thanks for the plug, Salem Man!) Architect Nathan Good gives a talk at 9am and a group bike tour leaves promptly at 10:15.

You'll check out the bioswale behind Waterplace and other great Salem green and solar installations!

There's no better way to see sustainability in action than by bike! Meet at Painter's Hall at Pringle Creek Community.



Intro to Smart Cycling

If you'd like to learn more about city biking, this Saturday, October 2nd, the Salem Bicycle Club will offer the final "Introduction to Smart Cycling" clinic for the summer.

The ride will feature a 20 minute pre-ride presentation focusing on tips for riding safely on neighborhood and busy streets. You'll practice a few bicycle handling drills in the square before the ride. Then out on the road! The ride course will take you through a variety of types of city streets and intersections. We'll stop periodically to talk about strategies to share the road in fun, style, and safety. (Minimum age 12. Minors must be accompanied by a parent. Helmets required.)

Meet from 10 am to 12 pm at the Wall of Water fountain on the south end of the Capitol Mall. The cherry tress provide pleasant shade for the outdoor class!

Gary Obery leads the ride. Please contact Gary at oberyfamily [at] comcast.net if you have further questions.