Bike BR September Newsletter
Fall is just around the corner and hopefully we’ll start getting some cooler (and drier!) days. Why not get on your bike and ride! Here’s the latest from Bike BR.
Baton Rouge is seeking recognition from the League of American Bicyclists to increase its Bicycle Friendly Community designation. The League is looking for feedback about riding around BR. Fill out the review here before October 11.
BREC is in the planning stages for the Scotlandville Parkway project and needs input! This promises to be a wonderful addition to the biking infrastructure in the northern part of the city. Take the survey here.
A recent article in The Advocate pointed out that the traffic headaches motorists complain about really are getting worse. And with some new projects on the horizon, it makes finding alternative methods of transportation even more attractive. Board Member Drew Walker wrote about it on our blog here.
We need you! We’re always looking for volunteers to help with things like bike corrals, events, and cleanup projects. We’re also looking for people with vision and initiative to serve on our board. If you’re interested in volunteering, email lynley@bikebr.org.
Another article in the local paper of record highlighted Phil Baker. He celebrated his 80th birthday in one of the most epic ways we’ve seen in a long time. Happy birthday Mr. Phil!
As the bike boom continues to grow, more and more businesses are realizing that bikes mean business. Each month we’re going to be highlighting local businesses that support biking in Baton Rouge. This month we’re featuring Cypress Coast Brewing. The folks at Cypress Coast are knowledgeable about their brews and always have interesting new flavors. They’ve also been known to host the occasional impromptu Bike BR board meeting. Check them out at 5643 Government Street.
There are a couple of special rides coming up this month in addition to the regular weekly rides below. If you’re looking for some cool people to ride around with, don’t be shy!
Calendar:
September 22 - The Capital Heights Social Ride and the Downtown East Social Ride are joining forces for an End of the Summer ride. The ride starts at 7:00 p.m. at Ingleside Methodist Church in Mid City and will end up at Leola’s for snack and drinks. Check out the Facebook event here.
September 25 - Samantha Morgan (organizer of the Downtown East Social Ride) is leading the second of four rides in conjunction with the Green Book exhibit on display now at the Louisiana State Museum. The ride will start at 9:00 a.m. and meet at the museum located at 660 N. 4th Street.
Here’s a list of weekly rides. Find one near and meet some fellow bike riders!
Sunday
Baker Buffalo Cruisers -Baker, LA-Baker Walmart (6PM)
Monday
Downtown East Social Ride -BR, LA-Electric Depot (6PM)
Tuesday
Tuesdays on Wheels -Port Allen, LA-Cohn Elementary (7PM)
Wednesday
Capital Heights Social Ride -BR, LA, Ingleside United Methodist Church (7:15PM)
Westside Wednesday -Baker, LA-Ruffin’s II (7PM)
Thursday
Geaux Ride -BR, LA-521 N Third St (7:45PM)
Friday
Who Dat Riderz -BR, LA-Past Time Lounge (7PM)
Tuesday, Thursday, (6:30 PM) and Saturday (8AM)
Community Riders -Zachary, LA-BREC’s Zachary Community Park
Membership - Please consider becoming a member if you're not already. The more members we have, the louder our voice. And if you're not sure if you're still a member, email us at info@bikebr.org and we'll check!
