Bike Lunch Talk
The Brown Bag Bike Lunch Talks (BLTs) offer Fort Collins residents an opportunity to learn about local bike projects, programs, and issues as well as a forum to share bicycle related information and big ideas. Join us in December as we discuss the update to the Bike Plan
When: Wednesday, December 4
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Where: 281 N. College Ave, Conference Room A
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Winter Cycling 101
Join us for a presentation on how to ride in the winter, including proper clothing and equipment to use to make riding during the colder months enjoyable, safe and comfortable.
When: Wednesday, December 4
Time: 4:00-6:00pm
Where: Odell Brewing Community Room
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Light Up the Night
This year we have partnered with Colorado State University and the Bicycle Ambassador Program to host more bike light giveaway stations. As the hours of daylight dwindle, cyclists need to make an effort to ride bright. Stop by one of the three locations to receive a new bike light or replacement batteries for your bike light.
When: Friday, December 6
Time: 6-8pm
Where: Old Town Square Bike Library
CSU Rec Center
Council Tree Library
Winter Bike to Work Day
Join us for the 7th annual Winter Bike to Work Day (WBTWD). It’s just like the summer event but cooler! Free breakfast stations will be set up around town rewarding people for choosing to bicycle to work. If bicycling in the winter sounds daunting, Winter Bike to Work Day is a great day to test the waters as you’ll find hot coffee and warm breakfasts at every turn. Join your friends and neighbors and take on the Winter Bike to Work Day challenge!
When: Wednesday, December 11
Time: 7-9:30am
Where: Locations scattered around town.
Map at fcgov.com/bikewinter/stationsmap
Bike Fort Collins Afternoon Soiree
Celebrate winter cycling and help raise money for children’s bike giveaways. Soiree followed by bicycle caroling through Downtown Fort Collins.
When: Wednesday, December 11
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Where: Old Town Square Bike Library
Traffic Skills 101
Traffic Skills 101 (TS101) is a course for beginners, returning and seasoned cyclists alike that will give you the confidence to ride safely and legally in traffic or on the trail. You will learn how to conduct bicycle safety checks, on-bike skills and crash avoidance techniques. We recommended this 7.5-hour class for adults and youth above age 14. Participants should be prepared to ride their bicycle as there is a riding portion to this class. A helmet and bicycle in good working condition are required. A water bottle is recommended.
When: Saturday, December 14
Time: 8:30am-4:00pm
Where: Westbridge Medical Suites
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Host a BTWD Breakfast Station
Interested in hosting a Breakfast Station? Here’s what you need to do:
- Review the http://www.fcgov.com/icons/download-icon.gif); font-weight: bold; background-position: 0% 50%; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat;”>Station Host Toolkit (PDF 490KB).
- Review the http://www.fcgov.com/icons/download-icon.gif); font-weight: bold; background-position: 0% 50%; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat;”>Station Host Responsibilities document (PDF 48KB).
- Ready to Sign Up? Be sure you have the following information ready:
- Contact information for the Station Organizer
- Co-Host/Sponsor Preferences
- Location Preference
- Bike Mechanic Preference
- Optional: Station Name
HOST SIGN UP DEADLINE: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1
Contact Us
For more information on Bike Winter or Winter Bike to Work Day, please contact Becky Moriarty atrmoriarty@fcgov.com or 970-224-6112.
