It’s here! After years of planning then covid and other variables hit, we’re hosting a first ever Dearborn to Camp Dearborn bike camping trip!!
Details can be found on the main Event Page at https://bikedearborn.com/camp-dearborn/
Biking
Camping
Campfires
S’mores
We can’t wait!
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Be sure to take the survey while you’re there! Whether you’ve ridden with us during our Healthy Dearborn Walk n Roll rides in the past, our Slow Rollin Wednesday Rides this year, or haven’t had a chance to ride with us on Wednesdays, please take a few minutes to let us know your thoughts!
**YOU MUST HAVE LIGHTS and WEAR a HELMET** and Please bring an extra tube.
Saturday July 29th. Meet up at 7/7:15p and we roll at 7:30p.
Bring a chair or blanket. Bug spray may be a good idea too, and whatever movie snacks you want.
**I’ll have a trailer to carry a few chairs and blankets if you need help…space is limited. They must be the lightweight folding camp chairs.
Route 17 miles round trip. Meet up at 7:15p Roll at 7:30p. We’ll Make our way to City Hall Park to see watch Wakanda Forever on the lawn.
Pace is 10-12mph.
We will head back to the park after the movie ends. Depending on the time, we may stop on the way back at Dearborn Brewing for a quick beverage (beer, wine, seltzers, spritzers, and non-alcoholic soft drinks)
Please Arrive 10-15 minutes early to be -ready to go at 7:30p.
We always try to take a group photo before we go and provide a quick overview of Ride Safety .
When riding with us, you agree to our Safety Policies.
View at
https://bikedearborn.com/safety
**All COVID-19 restrictions have been removed, but please if you display any symptoms of illness, please stay home!
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**Bike Dearborn is a welcoming group. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender identity, sexual orientation. Bike Dearborn is a safe and welcoming community of local cyclists.
**You ride at your own risk. We are not responsible for you and your safety. The City of Dearborn supports what we do. However, we are not affiliated with the city and we assume our own risks when cycling through the city streets and their hazards. Bike Dearborn and the City of Dearborn and their representatives are not responsible for anything that may happen to you on this ride. If you attend our rides, you agree to this statement.
In case you missed it, we sent out our Summer newsletter last week. You can check it out here, and subscribe!
https://mailchi.mp/4f612fb16623/bike-dearborn-summer-2023-newsletter-17353800
August is our busiest month! We’ve got several volunteer opportunities that we need help filling! Please consider helping! Thanks so much!
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS:
Fri August 4 – Sunday Aug 6 Homecoming Bike Parking Valet
Time slots vary from day to day. Please consider signing up! We need many volunteers to make this successful!
https://www.signupgenius.com/…/60b044cafa922a7f49…
Saturday August 5 – Homecoming Family Bike Ride with the Mayor
Time slots vary from 8am to later depending on position. We need Registration, Ride Support, and SAG truck. Please consider giving your time and expertise.
https://www.signupgenius.com/…/60b044cafa922a7f49…
Wed August 16th and Thursday Aug 17th 5p-8:30p Greenfield Village Twilight Bike Ride
6-8 volunteers each night to pass out safety lit, Bike Dearborn Schedules and pump up bike tires/quick repairs. Please bring your own bike pump.
https://www.signupgenius.com/…/60b044cafa922a7f49…
Saturday August 12 9am – Sierra Club of Southeast Michigan Green Cruise in Ferndale.
They are in need of several ride support crew members for their 22 mile route. Sweepers, corkers, and in-ride support. Report at the Ferndale library at 8:30a. Please send a message via our contact form if you’re able to help out. This is NOT a Bike Dearborn event, but we are very much involved to help make it a successful event!
Bike Dearborn and Dearborn Neighborhood Bike Repair will be available to do quick repairs/tune ups and safety checks on your bike to make sure you have a safe and successful summer cycling season.
We’ll be there Friday June 9, 2023 and Friday August 18, 2023 from 2p-7p.
Please stop by and take advantage of this FREE service! All services offered for free do not include new parts.
**Flat tires will be repaired for a $10 donation if you need a tube replaced. If you have a tube, replacement/repair is free.
We hope to see you there!
We’ll also have What Every Michigan Bicyclist Must Know books from the League of Michigan Bicyclists and bike lights available for all those that take advantage of our volunteer services. And of course we will have information about Bike Dearborn and how you can get involved!!
If you would like to volunteer to help out on these Bike Repair Days at the Dearborn Summer Market, please send us a message and let us know we should expect you! Bring a set of tools and a repair stand! Or just come to hang out and meet like minded people. Spread the word!
**Not all repairs may be possible on site. You may be referred to bringing your bike into the shop for more extensive repairs that may incur labor and parts fees.
