Leave the car at home during Bike to Work Week

Saultites are being encouraged to leave the car at home during Bike to Work Week.

The event runs June 1 to 7 and includes several challenges encouraging residents to walk, cycle, carpool, ride-share, take transit or telecommute. 

“Getting around on smaller wheels like rollerblades and scooters manual or electric counts too,” said the Sault Cycling Club in a news release.

Those who log their daily active transportation activities in an online form will be eligible to win prizes.

Bike to Work Week officially kicks off Saturday with the Pump Track Festival at Esposito Park.

Find the full schedule of events below:

• SATURDAY JUNE 1:

Event Kickoff / Pump Track Festival
Join the celebrations at the Sault’s Pump Track. Music, food and fun events for all ages at Esposito Park, located at the corner of Queen Street West and Andrew Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Beginner / Family Group Ride
The SCC is also hosting a Beginning Ride for beginners and families. Click here to register and learn more.

• SUNDAY JUNE 2: Workout Ride Day
  Shake up today’s workout and get outside for a bike ride today!
• MONDAY JUNE 3: Cycling Without Age
  Try out Sault Ste. Marie’s free new Cycling Without Age Program, running until June 24. Call the Bay Street Active Living Center to rent a time slot at 705-254-6474 or click here to learn more.
• TUESDAY JUNE 4: Bike Repair Workshop 
  Join Algoma Bicycle Company at 360 Queen St. E. on Tuesday June 5 at 7 p.m. participate in a Bike Repair Workshop. Registration is now full. 
• WEDNESDAY JUNE 5: Bike to School Day Challenge
  Encourage your classmates to bike to school today! Let’s see which school can fill their bike rack! Send pictures to info@saultcyclingclub.ca
• THURSDAY JUNE 6: Bike to Work Week Happy Hour
  Join other biking enthusiasts for Pints at the Downtown Plaza for a Bike to Work Week Happy Hour from 4 – 7 p.m.
• FRIDAY/SATURDAY JUNE 7/8: Try a Sports Day
  Celebrate the end of Bike to Work week by with the City’s Try A Sports Day. Bike to one of several City-run athletic facilities on Friday June and try one of several sports such as pickleball, disc golf, tennis and more. 

Find more information on Bike to Work Week here and watch for details everyday on the City of Sault Ste. Marie, the Sault Cycling Club and Algoma Public Health social media accounts.