Providence Offers Free Bridge Pedal Registration in Exchange for Donated Bicycles

July 14, 2009

WHAT: Providence Tanasbourne Bike Collection Event. Providence Health & Services joins forces with Washington County Bicycle Transportation Coalition to collect used bicycles and bike parts, and promote cycling safety.

WHEN/WHERE:
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18
Providence Tanasbourne Health Center
18530 N.W. Cornell Road, Hillsboro

DETAILS: Drop off your bicycle gathering dust in the garage at the Providence Health & Services bike donation event and receive a free registration to Providence Bridge Pedal and Stride.

Providence has teamed up with the Washington County Bicycle Transportation Coalition (WashCo BTC) to collect used bicycles and bike parts Saturday, July 18, at Providence Tanasbourne Health Center.

Cyclists also can bring their bicycles and helmets in for a free safety check or attend a commuter safety workshop. Details are below:

• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Providence Tanasbourne bike drop-off event
• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bike and helmet safety check
• 11:00 “Confident Cycling for Commuters” presentation

Providence is offering one free Bridge Pedal registration for every bicycle donated. Providence Bridge Pedal and Stride is Sunday, Aug. 9. For more details, visit www.providencebridgepedal.org. WashCo BTC helps promote bicycle transportation, protect bicyclists’ rights, and improve bicycling conditions throughout Washington County. For more information, visit www.washcobtc.org.