BIKE MONTH: Experience the El Monte Emerald Necklace

**REGISTRATIONS WILL BE CAPPED AT 50 PEOPLE TO ENSURE SAFETY AND COMFORT FOR ALL PARTCIPANTS**

Join ActiveSGV for a morning roll along one of the most historic stretches of the Rio Hondo River as part of the Emerald Necklace, presented by Metro’s Bicycle Education Safety Training (BEST) Program. The ride will start at the Jeff Seymour Family Center with stops at Peck Park and throughout Downtown El Monte. This leisurely ride on dedicated bike paths will feature murals, native plants, and the peaceful, tree-lined Rio Hondo River.

Pre-registration and attendance confirmation is required for all participants. Once you are registered, we will send you a waiver and location information to confirm your attendance. If you are attending with other family members, each person must be registered separately in order to attend. Register now to guarantee your spot!

EVENT INFO

Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022

Timeline: 9:00am - 12:30pm

• 9:00am - Meet at Jeff Seymour Family Center
• 10:00am - Roll
• 12:30pm Return to start

Start/End: Jeff Seymour Family Center

Route: Mostly flat, approx. 5-mile route on dedicated bike paths.

Getting There:

• Public Transit: Local Metro Buses
• Parking: Free parking is available at the Jeff Seymour Family Center

Experience Level: Beginner / Intermediate

What to Bring:

• A functional bicycle or wheeled device (highly recommended with gears)
• Mask or face covering to wear at stops and when not able to social distance
• Hand sanitizer
• TAP card or money for fare if you plan to use the Metro bus or train.
• Additional cash to purchase food at stops
• A helmet is required if under 18
• Water Bottle (with water)
• Bikes with training wheels are not permitted, but children are welcome to attend if pulled in a trailer or on-bike child seat

*** PLEASE NOTE: All ride participants must sign this waiver to participate. A parent or legal guardian is required to sign for and accompany any minors under 18 participating in the ride. ***

**RAIN POLICY: In the event of a rain forecast, we will contact you 24 hours in advance to confirm or cancel the ride**

Safety Protocols

ActiveSGV will be following CDC mask guidance to ensure the safety and comfort for all participants and instructors. The entire ride will be conducted outdoors to maximize physical distancing. Please keep in mind the following rules while attending the ride:

• You must confirm your attendance in advance of the ride so we know to expect you and hold your spot. Every attendee must sign-in and complete a waiver.
• If you are feeling sick or unwell, please stay home. There are many virtual class and self-guided ride options still available.
• People may choose to wear a mask at any time. Please bring a mask or face covering to wear at ride stops and socially distance from others on the ride not in your household.
• Staff and ride marshals reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who does not follow these protocols.

Check out these other Bike Month events:

Virtual Classes (English)

• Bike Maintenance: Fix-A-Flat (May 12)
• Bike Share 101: Safety Basics (May 13)
• Bicycling 101: Rules of the Road for Night Riding (May 26)

In-Person Classes

• Bike Share 101: Safety Basics (May 18) - UCLA Bike Week Pit Stop

Community Rides

• Experience the El Monte Emerald Necklace (May 7)
• Walk Bike Glendale Ride with Mayor Kassakhian (May 14)
• Bike Share to the Beach - Santa Monica/Venice (May 14)
• Bike to Work Day Lunch Ride - Chinatown (May 19)
• Green Book History in South LA (May 22)
• E-Bike 101 Ride - El Monte (May 22)

This event is made possible by Metro Los Angeles and ActiveSGV.

Metro's Bicycle Education Safety Training (BEST) Program currently offers bike classes at 4 different levels—Bicycling 101 and 1, 2, 3. If you are interested in taking classes at the next level or joining a community bike ride, check out the full event calendar. For more info on how to ride a bike in LA County, visit metro.net/gobike.

ActiveSGV provides community events, family-friendly bike rides, open streets, transit improvements, green infrastructure, and advocacy for a more sustainable, equitable and livable San Gabriel Valley!