Wheeling Through History Bike Tour a Great Success
Posted On: April 17, 2009
YPA’s Wheeling Through History Bike Tour: South Side Edition, held on May 19, was a smashing success.
A group of 15 cyclists joined Geof Comings from the South Side Local Development Company on a ride through history along the South Side Trail and Eliza Furnace Trail.
Short narratives were provided at a few stops along the trail to provide riders with an experience with history–while on the bike.
Accompanied by perfect weather, the ride was well-received by all as a great way to spend an evening with friends.
Above, crossing the historic Smithfield Street Bridge.
After the ride, YPA joined Leadership Pittsburgh, Inc., and the Pittsburgh Young Professionals as part of the New Pittsburgh Collaborative (NPC) quarterly HUB event at a reception at OTB Bicycle Cafe on Carson Street.
The NPC gang – a group of diverse young professionals dedicated to regional progress – networked with drinks, appetizers and tips for utilizing regional amenities during a down economy.
Tom Baxter, Executive Director of Friends of the Riverfront, and one of Sustainable Pittsburgh’s outdoor recreation partners, spoke at the event (below).
YPA’s next bike-friendly history tour will be a collaboration with Bike PGH and Venture Outdoors:
Friday, June 12, 2009
Car Free Friday Bike From Work Tour
In recognition of the launch of car-free Fridays (every Friday) BikePGH, Young Preservationists Association and Venture Outdoors will lead a leisurely urban bike ride exploring the roads and riverfront trails of the North Side and South Side. Guest speakers from the YPA will provide historic information along the route from their Wheeling Through History Tour. The ride will end at OTB Bike Cafe on the South Side for a happy hour of specially priced drinks. This event is FREE to members of BikePGH, YPA and Venture Outdoors. Non-members are encouraged to join one or all of the three groups ($60 for memberships to all three groups the day of the program!). Pre-registration is encouraged. BikePGH and YPA members can call the Venture Outdoors office to receive the Members price.
Price does not include bike rentals. Bike rentals are available through Venture Outdoors for $8.00. Reservations for rentals should be made by calling into the office, 412-255-0564 ext. 21 after registering for the program.
Location: Kayak Pittsburgh – Downtown (right under the Sixth Street “Clemente” Bridge, by PNC Park)
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Cost: $10.00 non-member
Organization: Venture Outdoors
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