This casual monthly event brings local livability experts to St. Louis city neighborhoods in fun, relaxed settings. It’s a time to bring the bicycling community together to network and address issues related to livability in St. Louis. Topics are submitted by neighborhood associations and individuals from throughout St. Louis.
Trailnet on Tap is held in a different city neighborhood each month, making it easy for people from all over to get involved. Snacks are provided and drinks will be available for purchase. All attendees receive a free custom-made TravelGreen T-shirt.
This year’s series will fall on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., with dates as follows: January 23, March 27, April 24, May 22, June 26, July 24, August 28, September 25, and October 23 (November and December TBA due to the holidays).
Please note: For February, Trailnet will be hosting a political forum in lieu of Trailnet on Tap. Details to come.
Get your neighborhood involved!
Communities are safer when more people are out walking and biking. We’re always eager to bring Trailnet on Tap to new neighborhoods. If you’d like your neighborhood association to host a session, contact molly@trailnet.org.
Upcoming Speakers and Locations:
When: Wednesday, May 22, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: HandleBar
4127 Manchester Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
Topic: Cyclists’ Rights on the Road
Attorneys Karie Casey and Dave Nelson will address the legal rights and responsibilities of people who ride bicycles in traffic. This session will offer clarification on Missouri bicycle laws, and what to do if you are involved in a crash. This information is essential for all bike commuters—even if you already know the area bike laws, this will be an excellent refresher!
When: Wednesday, June 26, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: STL-Style
3159 Cherokee St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
Topic: Bike Maintenance for Dummies
Ever take your bike into the shop, only to have them fix it in less than five minutes? Wonder what you can do to keep your bike in tip-top shape between tune-ups? Or what about that weird sound your chain keeps making? Bike Mechanic and St. Louis Sprocket Jake Wheeler will walk you through the very basics, and what to look for to make sure your bike is functioning properly and safely.
When: Wednesday, July 24, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Venice Café
1903 Pestalozzi St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
Topic: TBA
When: Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: TBA
Topic: Active Transportation for Health at Every Size
It’s easy to get caught up in numbers on the scale, yet our health is more accurately measured by so many more factors than body weight. Personal trainer Tracy Herold will lead the discussion on the Health at Every Size movement (HAES), and how active transportation serves as a way to incorporate functional, practical exercise into our daily lives—regardless of one’s weight.