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Bike Ride to the Edible School Yard Kern County Plant Sale from Beach Park

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02/08/2018

Bike Bakersfield was featured as the Philanthropy on Tap for February at Temblor Brewing in Bakersfield. We are honored to highlight all the wonderful opportunities and services Bike Bakersfield does for our community. A partnership between BYP and the Kern Community Foundation, this monthly … [Read more...] about Philanthropy on Tap

02/05/2018

Grease & Gears for Girls maintenance class was a hit following first Friday in downtown Bakersfield. The event was dedicated to helping women feel empowered to ride and focused on the following three main areas: 1. Fixing a flat and bike cleaning 2. Adjusting brakes and shifting 3. Truing … [Read more...] about Grease & Gears for Girls

01/31/2018

We're busy, busy and we'd love to see you at our fun upcoming events! Be sure to share your photos with us using @bikebakersfield or #bikebakersfield on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Feb. 1, 7 p.m. Full Moon Ride Feb. 2, 6 p.m. Grease & Gears for Girls Maintenance Class Feb. 11, 4 … [Read more...] about February is packed with events!

01/22/2018

On Friday and Saturday, Bike Bakersfield hosted the Smart Cycling Course to teach residents how to navigate traffic with hand signals and commute safely on a bike. The course was led by Bike Bakersfield program director Jack Becker at the Community Resource Department in downtown Bakersfield. We … [Read more...] about Smart Cycling Course

01/05/2018

Grease, Gears & Girls was such a success we were a little pinched for space with all the participants! We learned, laughed and had a great time on bikes. The event was held on Thursday, from 6-8 p.m. at our Bike Bakersfield bike kitchen on 1708 Chester Ave. We are seeking to create a … [Read more...] about Grease, Gears and Girls

01/04/2018

On Tuesday, Bike Bakersfield hosted the monthly Full Moon Ride, attracting over 50 riders for a fun night of lights, bikes and friends. We even had some young riders brave the cold and enjoy the fun! The weather was great for this time of year! We rode from Beach Park to the Marketplace, starting at … [Read more...] about January Full Moon Ride

12/22/2017

Bike Bakersfield had the privilege of helping in a bike and helmet giveaway on Dec. 12 at the Wasco State Prison. We supplied helmets and watched with glee as the children received their new bicycles which were built by inmates. Santa and Mrs. Claus even came! Check out the photos below for … [Read more...] about Wasco State Prison Bike & Helmet Giveaway

12/16/2017

On Thursday, Bike Bakersfield rode from The Marketplace through the Haggin Oaks neighborhood to see the dazzling christmas lights and festivities. We rode with over 200 families and friends, all decked out in holiday apparel adorning both persons and bikes! The weather was beautiful and the … [Read more...] about Holiday Lights Ride

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Bike Arvin Ride
2:30 PM-3:00 PM
04/06/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Bike Arvin
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/bike-arvin-ride-3-2/
Bike Arvin is proud to host a weekly bike ride, Friday , 7 p.m. at Bike Arvin. We roll out at 7:15 p.m. and ride around town. Route changes depending on the group coming out to ride!
Make new friends, get outside and ride your bike with us!

Grease & Gears for Girls
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
04/06/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Bike Bakersfield
1708 Chester Ave
1708 Chester Ave
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/grease-gears-for-girls-3/
Bike Bakersfield is hosting the fourth bike maintenance workshop in the Grease & Gears for Girls series dedicated to helping women feel empowered to ride on April 6, from 6-8 p.m.
This workshop will focus on three main areas:
1. Fixing a flat and bike cleaning
2. Adjusting brakes and shifting
3. Truing wheels and adjusting bearings
Bring your bike or work on one of ours. Light snacks and appetizers will be provided, including wine for those over 21 (must have ID).

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Bike Ride to the Edible School Yard Kern County Plant Sale from Beach Park
8:00 AM-11:00 AM
04/07/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Beach Park Loop, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Beach Park Loop, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Beach Park Loop, Bakersfield, CA, United States
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/bike-ride-to-the-edible-school-yard-kern-county-plant-sale-from-beach-park/
We will be riding to the Edible School Yard Kern County Plant Sale from Beach Park.
Meet us at Beach Park or on our route for a mellow ride to the Buena Vista Edible Schoolyard at 6520 Buena Vista Rd. This will be kid friendly ride. The route will be on the bike path and mostly on neighborhood streets. Here is the route we will be taking to get there. http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1958455529
Plant Sale starts at 9 am and will run to 1:30 pm.
Enjoy:
Plants!
Pizza!
Homemade Bread!
Raffles!
Games!
and More!

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Bike Arvin Ride
7:00 PM-8:00 PM
04/13/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Bike Arvin
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/bike-arvin-ride-3-2-2/
Bike Arvin is proud to host a weekly bike ride, Friday , 7 p.m. at Bike Arvin. We roll out at 7:15 p.m. and ride around town. Route changes depending on the group coming out to ride!
Make new friends, get outside and ride your bike with us!

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Need to Know Smart Cycling Course
12:00 PM-2:00 PM
04/14/2018
Bike Bakersfield
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/need-to-know-smart-cycling-course/
Bike Bakersfield is hosting a Need To Know Smart Cycling Class on Saturday, April 14 from 12-2 p.m. Executive Director Jack Becker will lead the class, covering where to ride and how to manage traffic safely. The class information and structure is a condensed version of the League of American Bicyclists Smart Cycling class.

We will be riding on the streets downtown practicing the skills discussed after the safety presentation. You will need a helmet and a working bike for the class. If you need either of these, please come to Bike Bakersfield and we will get you fixed up!

Instead of paying for the course, participants are recommended to become a member of Bike Bakersfield. In addition to receiving the membership benefits, members will be allowed to take their smart cycling quick guides home to keep as a reference.

The class is free for Bike Bakersfield Members. You can become a Bike Bakersfield member here.
To register fill out the form found here. For more information contact Bike Bakersfield at 661-321-9247 or info@bikebakersfield.org.

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Arvin Safe Streets Workshop
3:00 PM-6:00 PM
04/20/2018
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/arvin-safe-streets-workshop/
Interested in how to make walking and biking safer in Kern County? Register now for the latest Community Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Training (CPBST) in the City of Arvin on Friday, April 20th! Join us to identify priorities to share with the City of Arvin on how to make walking and biking safer for seniors, youth, parents and people with disabilities in Arvin. Please wear comfortable shoes. A community walk is part of this event for those able to participate. An optional supplemental bike assessment will be led by Bike Arvin. If you are interested in participating, you must bring your bike and helmet to the workshop and register. Dinner and spanish interpretation will be available. Adults and minors will earn 3.5 hours/10 hours towards a free bike through Bike Arvin and the Dolores Huerta Foundation’s Earn-a-Bike program. Doros and registration open at 2:30 p.m. Register online at http://bit.ly/WalkBikeArvin or
Text or call 714-742-2295

Smart Cycling Course
4:00 PM-7:00 PM
04/20/2018-04/21/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Bike Bakersfield
1708 Chester Ave
1708 Chester Ave
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/smart-cycling-course-3-2-3/
Ready to start commuting but don’t know how to navigate traffic? Want to know how to ride safely? Sign up for our Smart Cycling Traffic Skills class.
As part of our educational programs, our Executive Director and League Cycling Instructor Jack Becker is leading a two-day Smart Cycling Course on April 20-21.
*This class is free for Bike Bakersfield Members. If you are not a member, you can sign up for the class and we will contact you about becoming a member for $25.
*Students MUST complete both sessions in one weekend, and must also complete an assessment test before receiving their certification.
Friday 4-7PM for in-class workshop
> 100 Tulare Street, Bakersfield 93305
(Prevention and Community Partnership Building in the large conference room)
Saturday 9 am-2 pm (helmet and bike required)
> 2727 F. Street, Bakersfield 93306 (KHSD Career Resource Department)
You will need to have a fully functional bike and a helmet to participate. If you need help with your bike or obtaining a helmet, make arrangements with Bike Bakersfield before the event.

Bike Arvin Ride
7:00 PM-8:00 PM
04/20/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Bike Arvin
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/bike-arvin-ride-3-2-3/
Bike Arvin is proud to host a weekly bike ride, Friday , 7 p.m. at Bike Arvin. We roll out at 7:15 p.m. and ride around town. Route changes depending on the group coming out to ride!
Make new friends, get outside and ride your bike with us!

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Bike Arvin Ride
7:00 PM-8:00 PM
04/27/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Bike Arvin
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
1241 Bear Mountain Blvd, Arvin California 93203
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/bike-arvin-ride-3-2-2-2/
Bike Arvin is proud to host a weekly bike ride, Friday , 7 p.m. at Bike Arvin. We roll out at 7:15 p.m. and ride around town. Route changes depending on the group coming out to ride!
Make new friends, get outside and ride your bike with us!

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Full Moon Ride
7:00 PM-9:00 PM
04/30/2018
Bike Bakersfield
Beach Park Loop, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Beach Park Loop, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Beach Park Loop, Bakersfield, CA, United States
http://bikebakersfield.org/event/full-moon-ride-5/
Date: Monday, April 30th, 8 p.m.
Location: Beach Park
About: Join us for a family-friendly, all-ages cruise starting at Beach Park and following the bike path to the Marketplace. The ride is finished once the group reaches the Marketplace, so make sure you have a plan to get back to where you started! Some like to park at the Marketplace and ride to Beach Park prior to the start of the ride so they may enjoy the rest of the evening without having to ride back.
FYI: California Vehicle Code requires bicyclists under age 18 to wear a helmet. The vehicle code also requires bicycles to have a front facing headlamp and at least a red rear facing reflector when being ridden at night. Its not only the law, but a great way to keep yourself safe!