I have set dates now, see on the left of this page.
I am thinking of starting in April with a treasure hunt (although exactly how is another matter!). Then the rides will probably evolve as the summer progresses, depending on who comes out and what ideas are put forward.
However, there are substantial plans afoot to have the ride in September to be a full day distance challenge ride. It will be a 50km (33 miles) and aimed at older children and families. I have to plan the route yet, but I have had some significant help already so it is looking promising.
I am also investigating the possibility of this being a 'Bike Club' ...er...club. Not sure at this point what that would mean. Need to speak to Ross.
I am also significantly daunted and quite worried that I have finally taken on too much with this family rides stuff. If anyone out there is keen to see this happen, please vote on the gadget to the right; and post a comment (words of encouragement...?) below.
Probably more to come.....!
Hi Folks
ReplyDeleteSue and I are in the very early stages of setting this up.
What we do have is an incredible appetite, bags of enthusiasm and a degree of knowledge to make this work.
My role as Bike Club Officer for Chester, Southport and surrounding areas is to support projects such as this and provide opportunities to apply for funding to help set the club up, train volunteers and buy any equipment needed.
We are looking for any thoughts and comments from families who may be interested on what the club/rides may look like, what you would want from them and when you would want them to happen.
Sue and I will meet up soon to talk it through some more but we need your help and input to set this up, after all without families, we can't have a family Bike Club.
Please get in touch.
Ross Adams