The late Bud Clark (entrance proper) shall be celebrated at an occasion this Sunday at 1:00 pm. (Photograph: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland).
Hey eachone!
Loads of bike-related clinics are posted on our calendar this weekend, and extra will preserve coming as we get into mid-spring. Additionally, Portland will rejoice the life and reminiscence of Bud Clark, with multiple group trip converging on the venue on Sunday.
After a number of rain this week, there’s an opportunity for a bit extra solar and dry climate within the subsequent three days — together with in locations like Oregon Metropolis, Beaverton and Hillsboro, the place a number of the occasions happen this weekend.
Friday, Could thirteenth
Inexperienced Geckos Mountain Bike Clinic – 4:00 to six:00 pm at Gateway Inexperienced (NE)
NW Path Alliance is teaming up with skilled instructors to supply mountain bike classes for teenagers aged 8-11. Members don’t want superior abilities, however should have the ability to stand and coast on pedals, in addition to have fundamental turning and shifting skills. There’s additionally the chance to borrow a mountain bike and helmet if children wouldn’t have certainly one of their very own. Registration is required. Extra data right here.
Friday the thirteenth Experience at Ladds – 7:00 pm at Ladd Circle (SE)
Since you have been asking for it, this particular version of the Friday Evening Experience celebrates that we’re midway to Halloween, strategically on Friday thirteenth. There shall be a dressing up contest, and this trip will merge with the Midnight Thriller Experience (MMR). Extra data right here.
Saturday, Could 14th
Month-to-month Overlook Neighborhood Experience – 10:00 am at The Stacks Coffeehouse (N)
The Overlook Neighborhood Affiliation (OKNA) organizes this beginner-friendly, family-friendly trip. It’s a good way to converse about transportation-related points and options in addition to the way forward for getting round within the neighborhood. Of us even have the possibility to satisfy and chat with neighbors whereas additionally creating an excuse to go for cup of espresso. Extra data right here.
WeBike Could Experience: Beaverton – 11:00 am at Beaverton Farmers Market
WeBike’s trip is again with their month-to-month occasions opening secure and inspiring areas for all genders, gender non-conforming folks, Two Spirit, and cis ladies. This weekend is the flip for Beaverton, as they’ll cruise via quieter and busier roads round and throughout Tualatin Hills Nature Park. The loop journey ends on the meals cart pods for lunch. A RWGPS route is offered. Extra data right here.
Sunday, Could fifteenth
Bicycle Restore Clinic – 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at WashCo Bikes Neighborhood Bike Store (Hillsboro)
A clinic aimed for all people prepared or in the necessity to be taught fundamental and customary bike upkeep and restore abilities. All what’s wanted is to carry your bike, and WashCo Bikes’ instructors will train you tips on how to preserve your bicycle in correct circumstances. Extra data right here.
Inexperienced Geckos Mountain Bike Clinics – at completely different instances at Newell Creek Canyon Nature Park (Oregon Metropolis)
Not as soon as however twice for the day, the NWTA & Elaine B. Bikes supply extra possibilities to take part in the identical clinics as on Friday, this time on the Newell Creek in Oregon Metropolis. The out there time slots go from 10 am-12 pm and from 1 pm-3 pm. Registration is required. Extra data right here.
Bike Procession to the Celebration of Life for Bud Clark – 11:00 am on the Goose Hole Inn (SW)
Former Portland Mayor who supported many bike initiatives and a biker himself, Bud Clark is having a celebration occasion of his life after passing away earlier this yr. The occasion will happen at Pioneer Courthouse Sq. at 1pm. Additionally in his remembrance, the Avenue Belief are organizing a pre-event tour trip by locations of significance in Bud’s life, departing from the Goose Hole Inn. Extra data right here.
PBOT Bicycle Advisory Committee Experience – 11:00 am close to the Gateway Transit Middle (NE)
The BAC goes outside for a gathering/bike trip to be taught extra about infrastructure and encourage socializing with new members and advocates! The trip is 12 miles lengthy and your loved ones and pals are invited. Extra data right here.
Keep plugged into all of the bike and transportation-related occasions across the area by way of our complete occasion calendar.
