The 'Bike to the Capitol' has a three-fold purpose: promote bicycle-friendly community initiatives, advocate for Senate Bill 174 – the Safer Passing legislation, and support quality health and physical education in our public schools. This event supports her “Campaign for Healthy Kids and Communities.”
“Families that eat healthily and stay physically active live longer lives,” Senator Fedor said. “Cycling is fun and it’s a great way to stay healthy. It is critical that we take action aimed at combating obesity and chronic diseases to positively impact our future."
Senator Fedor will arrive at the Ohio Statehouse on Sunday, May 23 at approximately 3p.m. Coach Doug Merrill of the Power UP Foundation, Toledo City Councilman Adam Martinez, Ohio Bicycle Federation Chair Chuck Smith, and many other cyclists will join Senator Fedor for her trip as she continues her “Campaign for Healthy Kids and Communities.”
Senator Mark Wagoner said, “This is a great opportunity to show Ohioans the value and importance of physical exercise and bike safety.”
“Power UP Foundation is proud to be involved in the 4th Annual Ride to the Capitol hosted by Senator Teresa Fedor. Senator Fedor’s initiative for children’s health and safety and Power UP’s mission to create positive mental wellness for our nation’s youth through positive physical fitness is a strong partnership that we hope will continue to grow,” said Doug Merrill.
Please contact Senator Fedor’s office at ubarrera-richards@maild.sen.state.oh.us or (614) 466.5204. Senator Fedor may alter or pass over portions of her route due to inclement weather of safety concerns.
2010 Bike to the Capitol Schedule - 160 miles
Official National Ride Your Bike to Work Day; Today’s theme: Healthy Kids and Communities
Friday, May 21 – ride 46 miles, in Lucas, Wood, and Hancock Counties
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Press Opportunity at Glendale-Feilbach School Assembly 2317 Cass Road, Toledo, OH 43614
10:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Ride 20 miles to Montessori School, 515 Sand Ridge Road, BG
11:45 - 12:10 p.m.
Visit with Montessori School - stop to congratulate students for their efforts to be healthy
12:10 - 12:15 p.m.
Ride 3 miles to Slippery Elm Bike Trail North Trail next to the Montessori School.
12:15 - 1:00 p.m.
Stop for lunch
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Ride 10 miles on Trail to North Baltimore
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Ride 13 miles Stop in Findlay for the night
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National Ride Your Bike to Work Day- Today’s Theme: Riding a bike is fun, it’s healthy and it’s green!!
Day 2 - Saturday, May 22 - ride 56 miles in Hancock, Wyandot and Marion Counties; LUNCH PROVIDED by Bud’s Bicycle Shop
8:15 - 8:30 a.m.
Depart from Fairfield Inn – in Findlay
8:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Ride 35 miles to Bud's Bicycle Shop 402 S. Sandusky Ave. Upper Sandusky
Phone: (419) 294-4260
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Lunch at Bud’s Bicycle Shop with Mayor Washburn and Bud Miller of Upper Sandusky City Council
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Ride 21 miles Stop in Marion for the night.
5:30 p.m.
Dinner at Blue Fusion - 1340 Mt. Vernon Ave.
www.bluefusionfun.com
With Mayor Scott Schertzer.
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National Ride Your Bike to Work Day - Today’s theme: “Bike For a Change!”
Day 3 - Sunday, May 23 - ride 53 miles in Marion, Delaware and Franklin Counties
8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Ride 23 miles gather Fairfield Inn, 227 Jamesway, Marion, OH and ride to Delaware
11:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Delaware Lunch stop
12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Ride 16 miles to the Olentangy Trail at Worthington Hills Park.
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Ride 14 miles to the Ohio Statehouse
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
The Ohio Statehouse – Media opportunities are welcome to gather at the southeast corner of N. High St. and W. Broad St. or West Lawn of the Statehouse to greet Senator Fedor and riders.
