tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2355297451214505062024-03-23T03:14:22.986-07:00Kidical Mass TacomaMatt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-78201635712238891712024-03-11T05:42:00.000-07:002024-03-11T05:44:59.643-07:00Swan Creek Family Bike Morning - March 24, 2024 - 10 AM - Noon<p> </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Swan Creek Family Bike Morning</h2><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1KrsoCBLt0R0scLNsx_hcY7PTo78D3-jiCqKwZiIGzt8-DYCEaMCF2Dou5rZpWjz6PpJ9mFkBVYcHrK9cMuzoOXRbK3UjTycnCY5Ph1Q_6uNe-7ZDKukxcLEemo4bEguhauXPTsyoEwhmNwTSqLF8eU6X4grFfxg42WoawKr2qULFmxAlovXU9ewIwTzh/s2000/March%20Kidical%20Mass%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1KrsoCBLt0R0scLNsx_hcY7PTo78D3-jiCqKwZiIGzt8-DYCEaMCF2Dou5rZpWjz6PpJ9mFkBVYcHrK9cMuzoOXRbK3UjTycnCY5Ph1Q_6uNe-7ZDKukxcLEemo4bEguhauXPTsyoEwhmNwTSqLF8eU6X4grFfxg42WoawKr2qULFmxAlovXU9ewIwTzh/s320/March%20Kidical%20Mass%20(1).png" width="247" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>
<p class="MsoNormal">Let’s hang out with our kiddos and families and enjoy
what Swan Creek has to offer. Meet at 10 AM at the shelter near the pump track.
We’ll socialize with other cycling families, check out the pump track, and
watch the kids ride around the great loop. Snacks and hot water for tea and hot
chocolate will be available, bring a cup! Staff from 2<sup>nd</sup> Cycle will
be on hand to help inflate tires.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">At 11, we’ll take a group lap around the park, through the
community garden and back to where we started. More experienced kids are
welcome to do as many laps as their parents wish. The park is mostly flat,
though there are a few small inclines. We’ll wrap up around noon.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Swan Creek is Tacoma’s second largest park by land area and
it has a lot to offer. You can find mountain bike trails, a dog park, hiking
trails, a creek for mucking about and miles of empty streets that are perfect
for kids to learn how to safely ride bikes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Swan Creek used to be a residential neighborhood during World War II,
and temporary houses were demolished in the 1950s. These empty residential streets
are a great place for new riders to get confidence away from traffic.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">Getting to Swan Creek park –</h3><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Parking is available behind Lister Elementary School at 4738
East T St, Tacoma, WA 98404. There are approximately 50 stalls. Follow the
inter-generational trail toward the large picnic shelter.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You can also park near the Eastside Community Center at 1721
E 56th St, Tacoma, WA 98404. You’ll enter the park east of the Pipeline trail
and take about a half-mile walk or ride through the unpaved mountain bike trail
network. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;">Restrooms</h3><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Restrooms are available at the T streets parking lot. There is
also a drinking fountain there, though it may still be off at the time of our
ride. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is a large accessible
port-a-potty located near the mountain bike trails. There are two additional
port-a-potties near the community garden.<o:p></o:p></p>Ride Leaderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09755787601928841740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-37412183410522248202024-01-20T15:53:00.000-08:002024-01-20T15:53:15.968-08:00February 10, 2024 - Monkeyshine Hunting (and rogue hiding) Ride<p> Kidical Mass is back in 2024 and we are excited to announce our first ride of the year!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_X1BFuY_X_39u7Af0xdqhrG05H3negPBrCy5Jr5LanfRsvErY4WmXUiuVcPHTkNOXEIOhfNxyFgn7tHCbM_LcWRy0jSpNpFN1ReQVMxY_tJ79qe-3yeXvKVwBKGIFs-okWFNnUGJIWYZzsg1rGAsUYvJhSG0mnRGjROJG5gr8v-tslF7oSpVQDXEBkUKb/s2000/Kidical%20Mass%20-%20Feb%2010%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_X1BFuY_X_39u7Af0xdqhrG05H3negPBrCy5Jr5LanfRsvErY4WmXUiuVcPHTkNOXEIOhfNxyFgn7tHCbM_LcWRy0jSpNpFN1ReQVMxY_tJ79qe-3yeXvKVwBKGIFs-okWFNnUGJIWYZzsg1rGAsUYvJhSG0mnRGjROJG5gr8v-tslF7oSpVQDXEBkUKb/s320/Kidical%20Mass%20-%20Feb%2010%20(1).png" width="247" /></a></div><br /><p><span style="font-family: times;">Join us on Saturday, February 10 to partake in one of the best traditions Tacoma has to offer: the hunt for Monkeyshines. If you aren't familiar with this tradition, you can <a href="https://www.parentmap.com/article/monkeyshines-beloved-lunar-new-year-art-hunt-in-tacoma">read more about it.</a> Bicycle riding is one of the best ways to explore the city and travel from park to park to hunt for 'shines, so we're doing a ride to do just that!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: times;">Tacoma Kidical Mass will continue to partner with 2nd Cycle and we will meet at the shop to craft our own rogue Monkeyshines on our ride. Then we will depart on a four to five mile bike ride about the central area of Tacoma, visiting parks, public spaces and hiding our works of art. Perhaps we'll even find a real Monkeyshine!</span></p><p>If you are able and interested in supporting the Monkeyshines tradition, please consider donating to their <a href="http://GoFundMe.">GoFundMe.</a></p><p><span style="color: #333333; font-family: times;"><span style="background-color: white;">Kidical Mass bike rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group, stopping to regather when needed. This free event is open to riders of all ages.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333;"><span style="font-family: times;">Please note:</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333;"></p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 1.4; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;"><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: times;">Helmets are required for all riders for your safety and our insurance. (<a href="mailto:kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com" style="color: #336699; text-decoration-line: none;">Contact us</a> before the event if you need a free helmet.)</span></li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: times;">All children must be accompanied by an adult.</span></li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: times;">No training wheels or balance bikes on this route</span></li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: times;">Dress for the weather and bring water if you need it</span></li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: times;">Public restrooms are available at 2nd Cycle before and after the ride</span></li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: times;">Snacks provided</span></li></ul>Ride Leaderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09755787601928841740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-92102602805037689772023-09-18T12:38:00.000-07:002023-09-18T12:38:21.788-07:00Shiny and New Ride - Sept 30, 2023<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">SHINY AND NEW RIDE</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Saturday September 30, 2023</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/yPqrMTW6Jt5obLyy8" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Stewart Heights Park, Tacoma, WA</span></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Meet up at 10am Roll Out at 10:30am</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Return Around 12pm</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiE3V05C4kMY2g8q5wdHVaYR9vhTbKSluzQmiveH6MnKQ_mMBhwZrilHNHw_dsS5OtayWGkZZed6k3LVYdygr5LD6ozgz3WU-SvW-RUkVNWqkPQS7IhvB_Enlbp_DVRg9Qnfas2sYeauxN5zFbeoE4VkL-KsyXe0eUDGvjO-CGGgsMkfoqvLjG1IWaDoA/s2000/Shiny%20and%20New%20Ride%2009.30.2023.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiE3V05C4kMY2g8q5wdHVaYR9vhTbKSluzQmiveH6MnKQ_mMBhwZrilHNHw_dsS5OtayWGkZZed6k3LVYdygr5LD6ozgz3WU-SvW-RUkVNWqkPQS7IhvB_Enlbp_DVRg9Qnfas2sYeauxN5zFbeoE4VkL-KsyXe0eUDGvjO-CGGgsMkfoqvLjG1IWaDoA/w309-h400/Shiny%20and%20New%20Ride%2009.30.2023.jpg" width="309" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><span style="font-size: 14.85px;">Kidical Mass bike rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group, stopping to regather when needed. This free event is open to riders of all ages.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">This month we are exploring a few spots in Tacoma's South End that have been recently renovated: Gas Station Park and Fawcett Elementary. Plan to play for a bit when we stop at both spots.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Here is a rough version of the 3.3 mile round-trip route, which we will ride clockwise starting from Stewart Heights Park. We'll be crossing Pacific Avenue at S 64th by using the new bicycle infrastructure and again at S 50th Street by using the flashing crosswalk beacon at Stewart Middle School.</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzTJE2FIun15TMTRjiKB8qeH1-S22mzm_sGXuCR5oBmK72LTRbKEzFA4N_MYhOXEjkMBqEyY6n8NmOxpTP6sQJeXAUOM0WvNYMSJyVTODI3RkL3yaUsLnijqodgbOLFVbQO7iRvVcc4PeDtl-dOJQOWgA8xXpBaRvxrLCydIm2fjFPLZgpTjEEOv6ibvo/s725/shiny%20and%20new%20ride%2009.30.2023.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="659" data-original-width="725" height="291" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzTJE2FIun15TMTRjiKB8qeH1-S22mzm_sGXuCR5oBmK72LTRbKEzFA4N_MYhOXEjkMBqEyY6n8NmOxpTP6sQJeXAUOM0WvNYMSJyVTODI3RkL3yaUsLnijqodgbOLFVbQO7iRvVcc4PeDtl-dOJQOWgA8xXpBaRvxrLCydIm2fjFPLZgpTjEEOv6ibvo/s320/shiny%20and%20new%20ride%2009.30.2023.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;">Please note:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;"></p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; line-height: 1.4; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em; text-align: start;"><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Helmets are required for all riders for your safety and our insurance. (<a href="mailto:kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com" style="color: #336699; text-decoration-line: none;">Contact us</a> before the event if you need a free helmet.)</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">All children must be accompanied by an adult.</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">No training wheels or balance bikes on this route</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Dress for the weather and bring water if you need it</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Public restrooms are available at Stewart Heights Park before and after the ride</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Snacks provided</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;"></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: start;">Contact ride leaders Matt Newport or Jami Stavlo with questions: kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com</p></div>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-51726365183421258812023-07-11T12:45:00.000-07:002023-07-11T12:45:47.315-07:00Pedal to Porchfest with Kidical Mass on August 5<p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b style="font-size: 14.85px;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Pedal to Porchfest - Saturday August 5, 2023</span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Meet-up at 12pm Roll-out at 12:30am</span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Meet at Wright Park Playground</span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ktA3yjVn1Wyk2MeT9" target="_blank">501 South I Street, Tacoma, 98405</a></span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiufhS6olUuLKFMunM6zQhXS5AUUqUtjwgiCOJ1XM7IuOJFbQZFjya-SzOn6V9E-kgerTrW727s3jNJMDYpML3R0I-G7uqaPJvJlQ6UWb8q-JU3XIq_dxNWev-XugfqLUQs0POysExMpTR9LFOCXf2AYBXm3yGHjvjTX3pM00maV-zCC_DtjqaNFkV5zyA/s4032/IMG_3752%20(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: 14.85px; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiufhS6olUuLKFMunM6zQhXS5AUUqUtjwgiCOJ1XM7IuOJFbQZFjya-SzOn6V9E-kgerTrW727s3jNJMDYpML3R0I-G7uqaPJvJlQ6UWb8q-JU3XIq_dxNWev-XugfqLUQs0POysExMpTR9LFOCXf2AYBXm3yGHjvjTX3pM00maV-zCC_DtjqaNFkV5zyA/s320/IMG_3752%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Kidical Mass bike rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group, stopping to regather when needed. This free event is open to riders of all ages.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">This month we are encouraging families to Pedal to <span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0a0b0a;"><a href="http://www.tacomaporchfest.org" target="_blank">Porchfest</a>, a free, walkable music festival in Central Tacoma where front porches become musical stages for one magical afternoon.</span><span style="font-size: 14.85px;"> The Porchfest event runs from 1pm-6pm with music acts playing throughout the neighborhood. There's also a non-motorized parade at 3pm.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqW5cLeEB9t_Yk5ORpy5YBZinl9BcshST7Oa-2L9whdDtjXvACV_4SP3-ROjqq4Mufmbc_roeEn1NhJDCpESSYgTOLnOp4j-W5FS8OazuRo5JyfUQHBXxYGhZiU-e87ypE7QHC0xBfMYs5FQMXIDWiAG387kA2baaPIK5J3lQf9E_aeFiyA5yGU6Y2xus/s4500/Porchfest_IG_1080x10802.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4500" data-original-width="4500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqW5cLeEB9t_Yk5ORpy5YBZinl9BcshST7Oa-2L9whdDtjXvACV_4SP3-ROjqq4Mufmbc_roeEn1NhJDCpESSYgTOLnOp4j-W5FS8OazuRo5JyfUQHBXxYGhZiU-e87ypE7QHC0xBfMYs5FQMXIDWiAG387kA2baaPIK5J3lQf9E_aeFiyA5yGU6Y2xus/w320-h320/Porchfest_IG_1080x10802.jpg" title="Venues will be in these areas of Central Tacoma" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Venues will be located in two walkable zones of Central Tacoma</i></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 14.85px;"></span></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><span style="font-size: 14.85px;"><br /></span></p>To ride with us to Porchfest, meet-up on August 5th at 12pm at Wright Park (near the splash pad and bathrooms). We'll roll-out at 12:30pm, pedaling in a group on neighborhood streets. The route to Central Tacoma is 2 miles. Families can choose which music venues to visit and head home individually whenever they like. If you're still there at 3pm, you can join us for the parade as a spectator or participant. Details about venues are available at <a href="http://www.tacomaporchfest.org">www.tacomaporchfest.org</a>.<p></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Please note:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"></p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; line-height: 1.4; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;"><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Helmets are required for all riders for your safety and our insurance. (<a href="mailto:kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com" style="color: #336699; text-decoration-line: none;">Contact us</a> before the event if you need a free helmet.)</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-All children must be accompanied by an adult.</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-No training wheels or balance bikes on this route</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Dress for the weather and bring water if you need it</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Public restrooms are available at Wright Park before the ride and Portable Toilets will be available in the Central Tacoma neighborhood.</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Snacks provided at Wright Park</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Contact ride leaders Matt Newport or Jami Stavlo with questions: kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLfhBp9-uXAFNQauKitZ4CLKMRm0cT5UxeGtJJ3GQ1yax014xSG37uslZh_HSKT_gpPuE48A58bNIUgndmRDn7CsPP1_eI788XJkF3SBIdEnksuu-0PR6fcNuQauxw5ZptmpYQ0nvrWwjHRYfJlTL0EPVYwPbXmxbmMACnS35VxcEBDmL3W7YtdWHEn1s/s2000/August%202023%20Kidical%20Mass.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLfhBp9-uXAFNQauKitZ4CLKMRm0cT5UxeGtJJ3GQ1yax014xSG37uslZh_HSKT_gpPuE48A58bNIUgndmRDn7CsPP1_eI788XJkF3SBIdEnksuu-0PR6fcNuQauxw5ZptmpYQ0nvrWwjHRYfJlTL0EPVYwPbXmxbmMACnS35VxcEBDmL3W7YtdWHEn1s/w309-h400/August%202023%20Kidical%20Mass.png" width="309" /></a></div><br /><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><br /></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><br /></p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-83920833827880918402023-05-25T14:02:00.000-07:002023-05-25T14:02:22.836-07:00Bike to the Market on June 24, 2023<p> </p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;"> Bike to the Market - Saturday June 24, 2023 - </span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Meet-up at 10am Roll-out at 10:30am</span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Meet at Franklin Park near the Splash Pad</span></b></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: 14.85px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><b><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/dJoPRbTR5NQHhGsGA?coh=178573&entry=tt" target="_blank">1201 Puget Sound Ave, Tacoma, WA</a></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaxLQiciiwFhwMx3paKUI2o1Uo8XCRDtZ9ILnJBnbl2LUeT74fMffxi_3cK2AWH1yg4PJa2Sm6dBtXvfTnAeXt1XmYV9buIXJHKYwoA5nneKt-BV7_Jb9DzlDrmELGBJone-eD7mWFk1U103cziFeyc_gbSAIILL4mWShnnfuCZgiNdEHC2otIyQlU/s1440/7D4E536B-39BB-4114-8E21-F050157A2209.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1440" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaxLQiciiwFhwMx3paKUI2o1Uo8XCRDtZ9ILnJBnbl2LUeT74fMffxi_3cK2AWH1yg4PJa2Sm6dBtXvfTnAeXt1XmYV9buIXJHKYwoA5nneKt-BV7_Jb9DzlDrmELGBJone-eD7mWFk1U103cziFeyc_gbSAIILL4mWShnnfuCZgiNdEHC2otIyQlU/s320/7D4E536B-39BB-4114-8E21-F050157A2209.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Kidical Mass bike rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group, stopping to regather when needed. This free event is open to riders of all ages.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Meet-up on June 24th at 10am at Franklin Park (near the splash pad and bathrooms). We'll roll-out at 10:30 am, pedaling in a group on neighborhood streets the Proctor Farmer's Market. We'll have 20-30 minutes to shop the market, then head back to the Franklin Park playground (playground, restrooms, ball fields). The neighborhood is relatively flat and the route is about 4 miles roundtrip. Expect the whole event to finish around noon.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPYj3UKbKt6-HDijBbf58SYCKr7aateF6FNHrblXAC0fwZhfUsWMz5Pw3G5XZeU0Qwd5k2xCiM6hSlxEPDh7_xG37CCpsHA-VzpCPzRwjW7xNyPJuwcpYIzcR7W4KIk-k7QiqTI_lOfUnOnqskoOWsPnJrTfuxmm-3X8WYlaajnC14x0xhWRo4v4qm/s1440/06A3F683-5F45-4BF1-B298-10CF32922046.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1440" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPYj3UKbKt6-HDijBbf58SYCKr7aateF6FNHrblXAC0fwZhfUsWMz5Pw3G5XZeU0Qwd5k2xCiM6hSlxEPDh7_xG37CCpsHA-VzpCPzRwjW7xNyPJuwcpYIzcR7W4KIk-k7QiqTI_lOfUnOnqskoOWsPnJrTfuxmm-3X8WYlaajnC14x0xhWRo4v4qm/s320/06A3F683-5F45-4BF1-B298-10CF32922046.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Please note:</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"></p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px; line-height: 1.4; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;"><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Helmets are required for all riders for your safety and our insurance. (<a href="mailto:kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com" style="color: #336699; text-decoration-line: none;">Contact us</a> before the event if you need a free helmet.)</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-All children must be accompanied by an adult.</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-No training wheels or balance bikes on this route</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Dress for the weather and bring water if you need it</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Public restrooms are available at South Park</li><li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">-Snacks provided</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;">Contact ride leaders Matt Newport or Jami Stavlo with questions: kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVw-D-HTDgx1WQAWH-c0Y2Z7ST9E0oklrKN-gR_YdMIJ4u4S88zClRmkZKYrWu5Y1Af7nBVL5zdhxTLf8S7GY3daGWV_AuzmJZMMru4LeCkeR9eIpp2ZFIEKEIcyVf4YeNZc4pmbdi89z37j4cn-gI5Pf9B_jmu6THw9DDj7_IsSzpNEPuJw8SSDP6/s2000/June%202023%20Kidical%20Mass%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVw-D-HTDgx1WQAWH-c0Y2Z7ST9E0oklrKN-gR_YdMIJ4u4S88zClRmkZKYrWu5Y1Af7nBVL5zdhxTLf8S7GY3daGWV_AuzmJZMMru4LeCkeR9eIpp2ZFIEKEIcyVf4YeNZc4pmbdi89z37j4cn-gI5Pf9B_jmu6THw9DDj7_IsSzpNEPuJw8SSDP6/s320/June%202023%20Kidical%20Mass%20(1).png" width="247" /></a></div><br /><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><br /></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 14.85px;"><br /></p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-307135078343573112023-04-28T10:42:00.005-07:002023-05-05T09:51:28.944-07:00South Tacoma Family Ride - Sunday May 21, 2023<p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;"> South Tacoma Ramble - Sunday May 21, 2023 - Rollout at 10:30AM</span></b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Meet at South Park near the Asia Pacific Cultural Center</span></b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/xXgEqXjEbabvLpKX8" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: helvetica;">S. 50th Street and Puget Sound Ave, Tacoma 98409</span></b></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmC4CMbaP4yEAwE7-jZfobqjq4QLi8lt0IyUTJvI7fNtBaPjSjSFS1OQ-5I_BFpj6lS4F0AnxhT-YnFWfRyHxJXI-SYZUx505ebGpBxVzqW5CCpl2I4fsyNPbsEnXv88IV8lQimo2LdlO30zps1RZ-9xpHrlZY-XGcuzWsH3aFiVr1TgThqjTO48WW/s1512/IMG_1096.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kids Riding Bikes on the Flume Line Trail in Tacoma" border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmC4CMbaP4yEAwE7-jZfobqjq4QLi8lt0IyUTJvI7fNtBaPjSjSFS1OQ-5I_BFpj6lS4F0AnxhT-YnFWfRyHxJXI-SYZUx505ebGpBxVzqW5CCpl2I4fsyNPbsEnXv88IV8lQimo2LdlO30zps1RZ-9xpHrlZY-XGcuzWsH3aFiVr1TgThqjTO48WW/w320-h320/IMG_1096.jpg" title="Kids Riding Bikes on the Flume Line Trail in Tacoma" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p>Kidical Mass bike rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group, stopping to regather when needed. This free event is open to riders of all ages.</p><p>On May 21st we'll roll-out from South Park (near the playground) at 10:30am and pedal together on neighborhood streets and paved trails to Manitou Park. We'll play for a bit at Manitou Park (playground, horseshoe pits, big trees and grassy areas), then head back to the South Park playground (playground, restrooms). The neighborhood is relatively flat and the route is about 4 miles roundtrip. Expect the whole event to last about 1-1.5 hours.</p><p>Please note:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>-Helmets are required for all riders for your safety and our insurance. (<a href="mailto:kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com">Contact us</a> before the event if you need a free helmet.)</li><li>-All children must be accompanied by an adult.</li><li>-No training wheels or balance bikes on this route</li><li>-Dress for the weather and bring water if you need it</li><li>-Public restrooms are available at South Park</li><li>-Snacks provided</li></ul><p></p><p>Contact ride leaders Matt Newport or Jami Stavlo with questions: kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuwUvHWbjKhwmXjDGBCmVuHPDhVh9yU9fjw3sYPdiwMh6zbUxykk8ykIKj60rEFQVFbZXLZSUpI4dfs7LzClI99YGr62HQRTV7HC9Vh0xohBMSrZYWw5kl0L0DvXp9Wci4f0_SZBStM71K-QJ1L-3ZEgHkFRJ3B_5otcKjjuHO4SRFF7Y6rgvQa8C2/s2000/May%202023%20Kidical%20Mass%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuwUvHWbjKhwmXjDGBCmVuHPDhVh9yU9fjw3sYPdiwMh6zbUxykk8ykIKj60rEFQVFbZXLZSUpI4dfs7LzClI99YGr62HQRTV7HC9Vh0xohBMSrZYWw5kl0L0DvXp9Wci4f0_SZBStM71K-QJ1L-3ZEgHkFRJ3B_5otcKjjuHO4SRFF7Y6rgvQa8C2/w309-h400/May%202023%20Kidical%20Mass%20(2).png" width="309" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0Tacoma, WA 98409, USA47.2019421 -122.478024318.891708263821151 -157.63427430000002 75.512175936178835 -87.3217743tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-79934924211530145372023-04-06T17:02:00.002-07:002023-04-06T17:02:28.196-07:00Hilltop Family Ride | April 23, 2023<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisB2Kn5M7XR3Wy6dplWRAhMZfHgjK8e1J62FhdJz9Nwyl8Q1tfF1ER_zAZOvhTpaAlRDdW6z1eexClhhpmNpYGKxfYPDM-BWo1Z8o5DtWvyfX519XwwGDkQRWns7Xw94Tf0m1G6zQmnw-w-wCXRY5heAfmhM6SXRHvUniSUfa0l4PSr-F6Lx5nnB2X/s2000/Tacoma%20Kidical%20Mass%20-%2004.23.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisB2Kn5M7XR3Wy6dplWRAhMZfHgjK8e1J62FhdJz9Nwyl8Q1tfF1ER_zAZOvhTpaAlRDdW6z1eexClhhpmNpYGKxfYPDM-BWo1Z8o5DtWvyfX519XwwGDkQRWns7Xw94Tf0m1G6zQmnw-w-wCXRY5heAfmhM6SXRHvUniSUfa0l4PSr-F6Lx5nnB2X/w494-h640/Tacoma%20Kidical%20Mass%20-%2004.23.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-54681047233562980262023-03-09T11:23:00.001-08:002023-03-09T11:23:06.687-08:00Family Bike Hangout<p>We're easing back into things with a Family Bike Hangout at Swan Creek on March 25 at 10:30am! Look for a pop-up tent near the pump track and plan to ride a few 1-mile laps of the paved park trail in a group so we can get a car-free feel for riding in the road. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlZnYe2CXWxMG7vfPbgLp1QfhYkdvhXDJ0_wKYcaH-1fdUcEmZ_J4lN6P6piNlrBhdAAEeBOBoXtPHIn1ewicklDOGiPiocZIw5hkXNP8KHfNSAyYVsSYUgTuzJ37_udQPSuk6RTPe3wFL7bDAJ54lmapNrgtWYhz3q6cG8u7mi-aDoQ135oMe6F3u/s2000/Kidical%20Mass%20March%202023.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1545" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlZnYe2CXWxMG7vfPbgLp1QfhYkdvhXDJ0_wKYcaH-1fdUcEmZ_J4lN6P6piNlrBhdAAEeBOBoXtPHIn1ewicklDOGiPiocZIw5hkXNP8KHfNSAyYVsSYUgTuzJ37_udQPSuk6RTPe3wFL7bDAJ54lmapNrgtWYhz3q6cG8u7mi-aDoQ135oMe6F3u/w309-h400/Kidical%20Mass%20March%202023.png" width="309" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>This will also be a great time to jump in as a volunteer! We're looking for folks to help plan and pre-ride routes, put up flyers, and chip in for snacks. </p><p>Keep an eye on this space for future flyers or email kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com to get on the mailing list. </p><p>Please share the digital flyer above with friends, neighbors, and family members that might be interested.</p><p>See you there!</p><p>-Matt Newport and Jami Stavlo</p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-64462729391058743792022-04-26T17:17:00.001-07:002022-04-26T17:17:39.612-07:00Kidical Mass Tour of Playgrounds<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: medium;"><b>Kidical Mass Tour of Playgrounds</b></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">with Kidical Mass Tacoma and <a href="http://www.2ndcycle.org" target="_blank">2nd Cycle</a></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Saturday May 28, 2022 | 10:30am - 12pm</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Starts/Ends at Stewart Heights Park</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica;">402 E 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">After a long break, Kidical Mass is back in Tacoma! Kidical Mass rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group. This free event is open to riders of all ages.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidTub3VbwYLWLjkaKMNYkh0VpnDuqDssljUdgyRxV1n19Ym9GV6c12bZrAyGvj3HtUPD4WBRb_anUy6a_c0m8tIFjwl1HrYenowAKd1oyyvDPoZkOh1ho4QVfNFU9Bh76LUw0WLEnGVDg8Xc2rM8neMvis6y3wfBrrkNw9ZfBPyCaCvVahQ12l7cWl/s1600/Kidical%20Mass%20Tacoma.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidTub3VbwYLWLjkaKMNYkh0VpnDuqDssljUdgyRxV1n19Ym9GV6c12bZrAyGvj3HtUPD4WBRb_anUy6a_c0m8tIFjwl1HrYenowAKd1oyyvDPoZkOh1ho4QVfNFU9Bh76LUw0WLEnGVDg8Xc2rM8neMvis6y3wfBrrkNw9ZfBPyCaCvVahQ12l7cWl/s320/Kidical%20Mass%20Tacoma.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">For May we are partnering with <a href="http://www.2ndcycle.org">Second Cycle Community Bicycle Shop</a> to celebrate Bike Month with a Tour of Playgrounds in the South End.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">We'll roll-out from Stewart Heights playground at 10:30am and pedal together on neighborhood streets to Ryan's Park. We'll play for a bit, then head over to Charlotte's Blueberry Park playground before returning to Stewart Heights. The neighborhood is relatively flat and the route is about 4.1 miles roundtrip. Expect the ride to last about 1-1.5 hours.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Please note:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-Helmets are required for all riders</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-Masks are not required for this outdoor event, but we respect your choice to wear a mask</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-All children must be accompanied by an adult.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-No training wheels or balance bikes on this route</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-Dress for the weather and bring water if you need it</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-Public restrooms are available at Stewart Heights Park</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">-Snacks provided</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Contact Matt (ride leader) with questions: kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com</span></p><p><span style="font-family: helvetica;">Route: <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/N8WcvGT5Su4bHB2C9">https://goo.gl/maps/N8WcvGT5Su4bHB2C9</a></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNUyT8PKhwM4BDs0kQbbtglHkVqNbKWP8OpJFS7yJSHsHrOru5nIj0kfnIzioUkbdbtzdNdS27UZTLzt-tgXVMxovuUm7ernI3_OdU_v2R-ppzGFRT6gB_knfTPeI_D_TaylUfq4AJRL8xD1evzWKdreVIuWk8-xEWuX2wp3nnBmwlpD2wlU6iRwpL/s801/May%2028%20KMT%20Route.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The blue lines show the approximate route overlaying an ariel view of Tacoma." border="0" data-original-height="662" data-original-width="801" height="330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNUyT8PKhwM4BDs0kQbbtglHkVqNbKWP8OpJFS7yJSHsHrOru5nIj0kfnIzioUkbdbtzdNdS27UZTLzt-tgXVMxovuUm7ernI3_OdU_v2R-ppzGFRT6gB_knfTPeI_D_TaylUfq4AJRL8xD1evzWKdreVIuWk8-xEWuX2wp3nnBmwlpD2wlU6iRwpL/w400-h330/May%2028%20KMT%20Route.png" title="Tentative Route Map" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-8811865676307720012021-07-14T22:16:00.004-07:002021-07-14T22:16:44.781-07:00Flume Line Trail Ride for Pierce County Trails Day 2021<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dBrrNF_JvlA/YO_CxAtOIrI/AAAAAAAAEzQ/mjbSs-u1se8NzS6rS8_wXYFFQqAC8FTkgCLcBGAsYHQ/s640/211753966_4677771828920905_5125264158466206726_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dBrrNF_JvlA/YO_CxAtOIrI/AAAAAAAAEzQ/mjbSs-u1se8NzS6rS8_wXYFFQqAC8FTkgCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/211753966_4677771828920905_5125264158466206726_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After a long pandemic break, we're back with bikes for Pierce County Trails Day!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Co-hosts Kidical Mass Tacoma and Asia Pacific Cultural Center team up to offer a safe bike ride for kids and families on the Flume Line Trail in South Tacoma. 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Bikes with training wheels are discouraged due to terrain and distance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">RSVP on Facebook (not required but helpful)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/332945768204169">https://www.facebook.com/events/332945768204169</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">More info about Kidical Mass Tacoma</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/KidicalMassTacoma/">http://kidicalmasstacoma.blogspot.com/p/about-kidical-mass.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">More info about Asia Pacific Cultural Center</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AsiaPacificCulturalCenter">https://www.facebook.com/AsiaPacificCulturalCenter</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">List of ALL Pierce County Trails Day events:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.forevergreentrails.org/pierce-county-trails-day">https://www.forevergreentrails.org/pierce-county-trails-day</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GzT_3j27jwQ/YO_C6GtlOQI/AAAAAAAAEzU/zX_xcIh5J5g3n2228iwwEL4W7k578_iTgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2632/IMG_3324.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1145" data-original-width="2632" height="174" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GzT_3j27jwQ/YO_C6GtlOQI/AAAAAAAAEzU/zX_xcIh5J5g3n2228iwwEL4W7k578_iTgCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h174/IMG_3324.JPG" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>We shared the trail with this duck family a few weeks ago</i></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><p></p>Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-1403683420123655112019-11-18T09:55:00.001-08:002019-11-18T09:55:18.098-08:00Tacoma Cranksgiving 2019 - Ride Recap<br />
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Cheers to the friends and families who pedaled and shopped on our <a href="http://kidicalmasstacoma.blogspot.com/2019/11/cranksgiving-food-drive-bike-ride-2019.html" target="_blank">5th Annual Cranksgiving Ride</a> on Saturday. And many thanks to Kevin and Felix and the crew at <a href="http://foodconnection.org/" target="_blank">St. Leo Food Connection</a> for doing good work day-in and day-out at the food pantry.</div>
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Ride and Shop 1PM-2PM / Afterparty hang-out at Alma Mater Cafe or other nearby spot 2PM-3PM</div>
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Join Kidical Mass Tacoma for our 5th Annual Cranksgiving family bike ride benefiting the <a href="http://foodconnection.org/" target="_blank">St. Leo Food Connection</a> food bank!<br />
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FAQ: Do I have to shop at Hilltop Safeway? Nope. You are welcome to shop before the ride and bring items along if that's a better way to stretch your dollars (Costco and Cash'n'Carry have some good deals if you want to buy in bulk.)<br />
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Kidical Mass is a monthly family bike ride series. We ride in the street and follow the Rules of the Road. We ride together, stopping to regroup when needed. All children must be accompanied by an adult and all riders should wear a helmet.Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com36tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-11024264469539810462019-08-19T15:54:00.001-07:002019-08-19T16:04:22.819-07:00September 2019: Hilltopia Community Cruise<div style="text-align: center;">
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Every September, Kidical Mass groups around the globe share the road together on the same day for a Kidical MASSIVE ride. This year we will be exploring the theme of community building as we cruise around Hilltop from People's Center to the All Live Are Precious monument. We'll make a few other stops along this 2-3 mile route. The neighborhood is relatively flat and this free event is open to riders of all ages and abilities.<br />
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Kidical Mass rides encourage families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group. Helmets are required for all riders. Snacks are provided. Contact Matt with questions about the event at kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com. <br />
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Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-7816929615083916852019-06-01T21:02:00.000-07:002019-06-25T08:12:52.263-07:00July 2019: Pierce County Trails Day Ride in South Tacoma<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Join Kidical Mass Tacoma and <a href="http://www.forevergreentrails.org/" target="_blank">ForeverGreen Trails</a> in a celebration of Pierce County Trails Day!<br />
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We'll start at 10am at <a href="https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/south-park/" target="_blank">South Park</a> (meet at the big toy) and use the Flume Line Trail to ride about 1.7 miles to Oak Tree Park. We'll stop in the big grassy area for a quick (~15min) break, before riding back to South Park where we'll have snacks. We'll ride at kid pace and anticipate finishing about 11am. This should keep us out of the high heat of the day, but the South Park play area also has a spray ground where riders can cool off.<br />
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Kidical Mass encourages families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group. This event is open to riders of all ages and abilities. Helmets are required for all riders. Snacks are provided.<br />
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This event is sponsored by <a href="http://www.twbc.org/" target="_blank">Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club</a> and the <a href="https://www.pwi.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.ViewPage&PageID=502" target="_blank">Puyallup Watershed Initiative Active Transportation Community of Interest</a>.<br />
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You can also <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/657255618033730/" target="_blank">RSVP on Facebook</a>. We'll see you there!<br />
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<br />Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-66101202606178741602019-04-02T09:42:00.000-07:002019-04-09T08:43:50.123-07:00May 2019: Kidical Mass Tacoma Explores the Pipeline Trail<div style="text-align: center;">
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Join us during Bike Month for a 3.6-mile bike ride through the Salishan neighborhood and on the newly paved Pipeline Trail. This route has some rolling hills, but the event is open to riders of all ages and abilities.<br />
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The ride will start and end at the bike rack by the front entrance of the Eastside Community Center (blue dot on the map below.) We usually ride in the street quite a bit, but this route is almost entirely paved trail, ultra-wide sidewalk, and bike lanes.<br />
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Kidical Mass encourages families to ride bikes safely in the street by following the Rules of the Road. We ride at a kid's pace and stay together in a group. Helmets are required for all riders. Snacks are provided. Contact Matt with questions: kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com<br />
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This event is sponsored by the <a href="http://pwi.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.viewPage&pageID=502&nodeID=1" target="_blank">Puyallup Watershed Initiative's Active Transportation Community of Interest</a> and <a href="http://twbc.org/" target="_blank">Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club</a>.<br />
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Pedal to store -> Shop for others -> Haul it back</div>
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Join Kidical Mass Tacoma for our 4th Annual Cranksgiving family bike ride benefiting the St. Leo Food Connection food bank!<br />
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Meet-up at the <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/7+Seas+Brewery+and+Taproom/@47.2421805,-122.4410093,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x54905570810b0e7b:0x29959a54b946ab6a!8m2!3d47.2421769!4d-122.4388206" target="_blank">7 Seas Taproom</a> entrance around 1:30 pm. We'll roll-out at 2 pm, pedaling a 1.7 mile route to the Stadium Thriftway grocery store for a chance to try our hand at family shopping by bicycle. We ask that riders purchase a few items to donate to St. Leo Food Connection. Be sure to bring along some way to haul your food items on your bike - backpack, basket, trailer, etc.<br />
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After we shop, we'll pedal back to 7 Seas Brewing to collect our items and celebrate our biking and shopping skills. Cash donations will also be collected at this time and are used to purchase fresh produce for the food bank.<br />
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FAQ: Do I have to shop at Stadium Thirftway? Nope. You are welcome to shop before the ride and bring items along if that's a better way to stretch your dollars (Costco and Cash'n'Carry have some good deals if you want to buy in bulk.) We've also marked other grocery stores on the map below if you'd like to take a more challenging ride while the kids pedal to Stadium.<br />
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**Special Note: This route is not very long, but it is uphill getting to the store and downhill getting back to the 7 Seas. We've picked a more gradual route up and down the hill, but no push bikes or training wheels please.<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/280109892622791" target="_blank">RSVP on Facebook</a> or in the comments so we know you're planning to attend.<br />
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Many thanks to <a href="http://www.twbc.org/" target="_blank">Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club</a> and <a href="http://www.7seasbrewing.com/" target="_blank">7 Seas Brewing</a> for helping with this event. Cheers!<br />
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<i>Kidical Mass is a monthly family bike ride series. We ride in the street and follow the Rules of the Road. We ride together, stopping to regroup when needed. All children must be accompanied by an adult and all riders should wear a helmet.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The ride will start from the 2nd Cycle shop at <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/TqAa2VR1vj92" target="_blank">IDEA High School (6701 S Park Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408)</a>. The shop is in a portable behind the school; look for the Kidical Mass banner on the fence along Park Ave and enter up the sidewalk ramp.</span></div>
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<br />Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-68038988165537645382018-09-01T12:17:00.001-07:002018-09-12T12:33:46.413-07:00September 2018: Kidical MASSIVE - Verlo to Lincoln Loop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Swan Creek Park Community Garden, <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/yH5jEmBRMXT2" target="_blank">2299 E 42nd St, Tacoma, WA 98404</a></div>
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Kidical Mass Tacoma is a monthly bike ride for kids, families and kids-at-heart. We ride in the street and follow the Rules of the Road, stopping to regroup so no one gets lost or left behind. Helmets and adult supervision are required. Everyone is welcome.</div>
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On July 28 we'll be celebrating <a href="https://www.forevergreentrails.org/pierce-county-trails-day-1" target="_blank">Pierce County Trails Day</a> by exploring the Salishan neighborhood, Pipeline Trail, and trails of <a href="https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/swan-creek-park/" target="_blank">Swan Creek Park</a>. We'll scope out the nearly-completed Eastside Community Center and learn about <a href="http://www.cityoftacoma.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169&pageId=129252" target="_blank">upcoming development of the Pipeline Trail</a>. The ride will start at the Swan Creek Park Community Garden at E 42nd and Roosevelt in Tacoma.</div>
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This is a free event and no preregistration is required. Snacks will be provided (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/474963969640390/" target="_blank">RSVP on FB so we know what to bring!</a>) Expect a slow, 4-mile bike ride on paved streets and trails. There are some optional dirt trails as well. Portapotties and water access are located at the community garden parking lot.</div>
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<br />Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-42141542309476676832018-06-05T16:20:00.001-07:002018-06-05T16:23:10.418-07:00Owen Beach Campout 2018<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We're loading up our kids and tents to go bike camping at Owen Beach again! Pre-registration is required, so please read on.<br />
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WHEN: Meet-up at 2nd Cycle Tacoma's Community Cycle Center on Friday Aug 24, 2018 around 5:30pm. We'll roll-out about 6pm to Point Defiance Park, a 7.5 mile ride. It will take about 1.5 hours.<br />
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CAMP GEAR: We'll camp on the grass next to the beach and have to break camp by 9am. Keep it simple! We recommend tent, bedroll, change of clothes, warmer layers for the evening. You can haul your gear by bike (it's bike camping!), or toss heavy/awkward items in the 2nd Cycle van that's meeting us there. Need a tent? Let us know in the comments and we'll try to locate an extra one for you.<br />
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FOOD TO BRING: For the ride, bring a water bottle and maybe even a spray bottle to help keep kids cool. Metroparks provides evening snacks and a basic breakfast, but plan to bring a picnic dinner or snacks for after the ride. Don't bonk!<br />
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RETURN: On Saturday morning families can make their way back home in small groups or individually. Remember, it's going to be more uphill on the way home, so plan for a longer ride.<br />
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PRE-REGISTER: <u>Campers must preregister with The Tacoma Nature Center</u> by calling (253) 404-3930. Cost is $50 for a 4-person site. Tell them you are with Kidical Mass. (SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE...<a href="https://www.pwi.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.ViewPage&PageID=502" target="_blank">Puyallup Watershed Initiative</a> is helping to make this event more accessible, so please contact Matt via email (kidicalmasstacoma <at> gmail <dot> com) if you need financial assistance.) There are a limited number of campsites available for this Metroparks Tacoma event, so please make your plans soon!<br />
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This is a bit different than most of our events and rides, but we hope to see you there. Please let us know if you register for your own campsite so we can keep track of who's coming.<br />
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More details on the Metroparks website: <a href="https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/campout/">https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/campout/</a><br />
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<br />Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-71315552319863208472018-06-05T12:39:00.001-07:002018-06-05T12:39:20.929-07:00We Need Ride Leaders!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Kidical Mass Tacoma is a monthly bike ride for kids and their families. We ride in the street and follow the Rules of the Road, stopping to regroup so no one gets lost or left behind. Helmets and adult supervision are required.<br />
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<b><u>MAY RIDE: Neighborhood Cruise with Kidical Mass Tacoma</u></b><br />
Saturday, May 12 at 11 AM - 1 PM<br />
Start Location: 2nd Cycle, 1205 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma<br />
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This is a Slow Roll style bike ride for families, neighbors, and friends. Everyone is invited. Ride starts at 2nd Cycle. We'll be stopping to hang out at People's Park, Ferry Park, Zina's Place, and basically just enjoying the Hilltop neighborhood by bike. Do you play an instrument? Bring it! The more the merrier. Total route is about 4 miles, but you can cut it short and head back to 2nd Cycle at any point.<br />
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<b><u>JUNE RIDE: Riding to Birds, Arts, and Trails Celebration in South Tacoma</u></b><br />
Saturday, June 2 at 10 AM - 12 PM<br />
Start Location: STAR Center, 3873 S 66th St, Tacoma<br />
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On Saturday June 2 we'll ride a 2 mile route from STAR Center to Oak Tree Park where the Tahoma Audubon Society will be celebrating Birds, Arts, and Trails. We'll see new art installations as we pedal along the Flume Line Trail; take part in activities promoting healthy native bird habitat; and have a chance to hike the trails in Oak Tree Park. Pedal 2 miles back to STAR Center with us afterward (that's 4 miles roundtrip) or plan your own afternoon family adventure.<br />
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<br />Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-33685619890285559482018-03-19T21:53:00.002-07:002018-03-30T14:27:18.482-07:00April 2018: Adventuring to Tinkertopia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi Friends! We haven't seen you since Cranksgiving, but now the daffodils are blooming and we're ready to pedal.<br />
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Join us Saturday April 7 when we roll-out from the Wright Park playground at 1pm and pedal downtown about 2 miles to Tinkertopia. This is an afternoon ride because the Daffodil Parade is happening downtown that morning. Feel free to pack a lunch and have a pre-ride picnic if the weather is nice. There are bathrooms and picnic tables near the playground.<br />
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The ride to Tinkertopia will be pretty quick since it's nearly all downhill! You can see on the map that we're taking a switchback approach to help make this more manageable for smaller riders with coaster brakes. We'll check out the shop for 15-20 minutes or so before heading back up the hill to Wright Park for a snack and more play time. We'll have an extra long cable lock to help secure bikes while we're in the shop.<br />
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Yes, the return route is mostly uphill, but we may hike-a-bike a few steep blocks to get back on the Fawcett Ave bike boulevard in order to help manage the steep terrain.<br />
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<a href="http://www.tinkertopia.com/" target="_blank">Tinkertopia</a> collects interesting items and materials that are often headed for the waste stream and offers them as creative arts and crafts supplies. Their shop is a super cool shrine to the human imagination (and it's where we buy most of our bike and helmet decorating supplies.)<br />
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Each rider will receive a coupon from Tinkertopia for buy-one-get-one free tinker time session in their creative maker space. No purchase necessary, and it can be used on a future trip to Tinkertopia. Bonus! This is part of a year-long <a href="http://www.downtownonthego.com/go/biking/bike-to-a-business" target="_blank">Bike to a Business program organized by Downtown On the Go</a> that highlights downtown businesses that want to encourage their customers to try biking.<br />
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Questions? Feedback? Ideas to make this more awesome? Leave a comment! You can also <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/610810165933794/" target="_blank">RSVP and follow us on Facebook</a>.<br />
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<i>Kidical Mass Tacoma is a monthly bike ride for kids and their families. We ride in the street and follow the Rules of the Road, stopping to regroup so no one gets lost or left behind. Helmets and adult supervision are required.</i><br />
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Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-29731391487404885752017-11-02T11:14:00.000-07:002017-11-02T13:11:11.743-07:00November 2017: 3rd Annual Cranksgiving Ride!<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Join us for our 3rd Annual Cranksgiving family bike ride through Hilltop benefiting the </span><a href="http://foodconnection.org/" target="_blank">St. Leo Food Connection</a><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">! </span></div>
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We'll roll-out on Saturday November 18, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. from 2nd Cycle Community Cycle Center in Tacoma (1205 MLK Jr Way). We'll pedal a mile or so to the Hilltop Safeway for a chance to try our hand at family shopping by bicycle. Riders will be asked to purchase a few items that will be donated to St. Leo Food Connection. Be sure to bring along some way to haul your food items on your bike - backpack, basket, trailer, etc.<br />
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After we shop, we'll pedal to the Food Connection to deliver our items and take a quick tour. Cash donations will also be accepted and are used to purchase fresh produce. You are welcome to shop before the ride and bring items along if that's a better way to stretch your dollars (Costco and Cash'n'Carry have some good deals if you want to buy in bulk.)<br />
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As always, we will be riding in the street and following the Rules of the Road. For this ride, younger riders with push bikes or training wheels can take a shortcut and ride directly to Safeway along the sidewalk. All children must be accompanied by an adult.<br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>What</b>: Cranksgiving with Kidical Mass Tacoma</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Who</b>: Kids and their Families, Neighbors, Friends</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><b>Why</b>: Food Drive for the Food Connection (and Learn to Shop by Bike!)</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1500508130034793" target="_blank">RSVP on our Facebook page</a></span></div>
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Matt in Tacomahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18179021767214712543noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-235529745121450506.post-63588870750260942942017-07-31T11:09:00.001-07:002017-08-28T11:20:16.876-07:00August 2017: Family Bike Camping to Owen Beach<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We're loading up our kids and tents to go bike camping at Owen Beach August 18, 2017! Pre-registration is required, so please read on.<br />
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WHEN: <b>Meet-up at 2nd Cycle Tacoma's Community Cycle Center on Friday Aug 18 around 5:30pm.</b> We'll roll-out about 6pm to Point Defiance Park, a 7.5 mile ride. It will take about 1.5 hours.<br />
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CAMP GEAR: We'll camp on the grass next to the beach and have to break camp by 9am. Keep it simple! We recommend tent, bedroll, change of clothes, warmer layers for the evening. You can haul your gear by bike (it's bike camping!), or toss heavy/awkward items in the 2nd Cycle van that's meeting us there. Need a tent? Let us know in the comments and we'll try to locate an extra one for you.<br />
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FOOD TO BRING: For the ride, bring a water bottle and maybe even a spray bottle to help keep kids cool. Metroparks provides evening snacks and a basic breakfast, but plan to bring a picnic dinner or snacks for after the ride. Don't bonk!<br />
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RETURN: On Saturday morning families can make their way back home in small groups or individually. 2nd Cycle will offer gear hauling for those who need it. Remember, it's going to be more uphill on the way home, so plan for a longer ride.<br />
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PRE-REGISTER: Everyone is welcome, but you must preregister with Matt Newport email kidicalmasstacoma@gmail.com. We have a limited number of campsites reserved for this Metroparks Tacoma event and need to have an accurate headcount.<br />
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This is a bit different than most of our events and rides, but we hope to see you there. Please let us know if you register for your own campsite via metroparkstacoma.org so we can keep track of who's coming.<br />
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More details and discussion on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1148621985261157" target="_blank">Facebook event page</a>.<br />
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THANK YOU to the <a href="https://www.pwi.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.ViewPage&PageID=502" target="_blank">Puyallup Watershed Initiative Active Transportation Community of Interest</a> for sponsoring this event!<br />
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We had a fun group of riders from all over town. The weather was ideal and we had a blast. We are already making plans to do this campout ride again next year!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Park Ranger Mark gave a cool nature talk and got creative with the campfire in spite of a park-wide burn ban.</td></tr>
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