Climate Cycle: The Ride
Here’s a cool event in the Chicago area I had not heard of before. Climate Cycle: The Ride is taking place this Saturday, May 9, 2009 to raise money to install solar panels on local public schools as well as support green energy education in the classroom. By doing so, energy costs will be lowered for both schools and taxpayers and greenhouse gases will be reduced as well.
According to its website, Climate Cycle is a non-profit organization “working to reduce global warming and empower our youth to become leaders in an emerging green economy.” This is the organization’s first bike-a-thon and it would be great to see a lot of participation. Here are the details for this unique event:
What: Climate Cycle: The Ride will traverse Chicago’s southern lakefront. Riders have a choice of three scenic courses: a 22-mile course, a 12-mile course, and a 4-mile course for kids.
When: Saturday, May 9, 2009, Registration 7:30 AM, Ride 9 AM
Where: 1410 Museum Campus Drive; all courses start and end at the Great Lawn next to Soldier Field.
Cost: A $20 registration fee is required; adult riders are asked to raise a minimum of $200; college students are asked to raise a minimum of $140; children under 18 are asked to raise a minimum of $60. All participants will receive lunch, snacks, a goody bag, and t-shirt.
Other: Parking will be available at the Field Museum’s East Lot with alternative parking at Soldier Field’s North Lot. Bobby’s Bike Hike is offering discount bike rentals for the event. There will be a post-ride celebration including musical entertainment, several green exhibits, and kids’ activities. NBC 5’s Ginger Zee will be the emcee.
What do you think of this green athletic charity event? Post a comment and share your thoughts. I am impressed by the scope of the event considering that this is the inaugural Climate Cycle Ride. Although I cannot attend, I wish Climate Cycle a huge success!
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