Pedal in Our Parks Bicycle Ride Series
Trailnet is partnering with THF Realty and cultural institutions to present the Pedal in Our Parks Bicycle Ride Series. Each ride includes three components: bicycle safety checks, a bike ride, and returning to a cultural institution for exhibits and programs. Partnering with the cultural institutions makes these rides FUN, educational and recreational activities the whole family can enjoy.
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Each ride will begin with helmet safety checks by St. John's Mercy Medical Center. Riders can bring their own helmets to be professionally checked for correct size and fit and to ensure it is an approved helmet. New helmets will be available for the reduced rate of $10. The ride series will include a 5-mile route for families on paths and/or wide roads with low traffic. Services provided include a SAG (support and gear) wagon, route marking and map provided by Trailnet. Mechanic services provided by REI. Rent-A-Bike from City Cycling Tours by calling 314/616-5724 24 hours in advance, cost is $10 per rider and includes mandatory helmet.

See schedule below for full details or view Pedal Series Rack Card
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	Pedal Through The Past Missouri History Museum Saturday, April 26, 2008 Registration: 10:00 – 11:00 AM Brought to you by: THF Realty Start: Missouri History Museum Lindell & DeBaliviere, St. Louis, MO 63110 Route: 5 miles Features: Pedal Through the Past and explore some of the lesser-known areas of Forest Park while discovering the statues and monuments located within the park. Complete the bike ride on your own. SAG support ends at Noon. After the ride the Museum is hosting demonstrations and exhibits in celebration of the National Day of Puppetry. Puppet making workshops begin at 11 AM and 1 PM followed by puppet shows at Noon and 2 PM. Directions: Park in ‘Twin Lots’ adjacent to the Dwight Davis Tennis Center and ride your bike to the north entrance of the History Museum. Link to Google Map Fees: FREE Partners: The Missouri History Museum, REI and St. John's Mercy Medical Center
	Prehistoric Pedal Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site Saturday, May 3, 2008 Registration: 11:00 AM – Noon Brought to you by: THF Realty Start: Horseshoe Lake State Park 3321 Highway 111, Granite City, IL 62040 Route: Choose your route length out and back on the MCT Schoolhouse Trail. 5-mile round-trip suggested for beginners. Features: Explore the forests and fauna around Horseshoe Lake State Park. Complete the bike ride on your own, map provided. SAG support ends at 1 PM. After the ride plan a visit to Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site hosting a Native storyteller as part of the St. Louis Storytelling Festival at 2 PM. Directions: From I-55/70 in Illinois exit at Hwy 111 and go north about 3 miles. The site entrance will be on your left. Follow the signs to the event start. Fees: FREE In Partnership with: Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, The Confluence, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, REI and St. John's Mercy Medical Center
	Puffin Pedal Saint Louis Zoo Friday, July 11, 2008 Registration: 3:30 – 4:30 PM Brought to you by: THF Realty Start: Saint Louis Zoo 1 Government Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110 Route: 5 miles Features: Discover Forest Park’s diverse ecosystems and native landscapes while pedaling the paths outside the Saint Louis Zoo. After the ride, explore what’s new at America's #1 Zoo (ranked by Zagat Guide/Parenting magazine). You can even see some puffins at Penguin & Puffin Coast! The Zoo is open until 7 PM and families can enjoy Jungle Boogie, the Zoo's Friday Night Concert Series, from 5 to 7 PM. Complete the route on your own; SAG support ends at 5:30 PM. Parking: Free parking in the South Lot near I-64/40. Meet near the Z-O-O pylon at the Zoo’s south gate. Fees: FREE Partners: The Saint Louis Zoo, REI and St. John's Mercy Medical Center
	Petal Pedal Missouri Botanical Garden Thursday, July 24, 2008 Registration: 10:00 – 11:00 AM Start: Missouri Botanical Garden 4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63110 Route: 5 miles Features: Come join in the celebration of garden founder Henry Shaw’s birthday as we highlight his life and legacy. This bike ride will use portions of the Bike St. Louis route from the Garden to Tower Grove Park where you will explore the features and attractions of this National Historic Landmark. After the bike ride, admission to the Garden is FREE today. Lots of children’s activities are planned in celebration of Henry Shaw’s birthday, so come smell the flowers and enjoy the party! Complete the route on your own or join the group-led Interpretive Tour at 10:30 AM. The Interpretive Tour is first-come, first-served until filled to capacity. SAG support for this ride ends at Noon. Parking: East lot of the Missouri Botanical Garden. Additional parking will be available in the lots on Shaw, park the vehicle here and ride your bike to the ride start. Fees: FREE Partners: The Missouri Botanical Garden, REI and St. John's Mercy Medical Center
	Planetary Pedal Saint Louis Science Center Friday, August 8, 2008 Registration: 6:00 - 7:00 PM Start: Saint Louis Science Center’s James S. McDonnell Planetarium Wells Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110 Route: 5 miles Features: This ride is a stellar adventure highlighting the role St. Louis played in the development of manned flight. After the ride return to the Planetarium for a FREE program in the Orthwein StarBay at 8 PM, then join members of the St. Louis Astronomical Society for an outdoor public telescope viewing. Look for stars, planets, constellations and deep-sky objects from the archery range, just west of the Planetarium. Viewing is from dusk to approximately 10 PM. Soggy ground or overcast skies may cancel the viewing; call the Night Sky Update at 314/289-4453. Complete the route on your own. SAG support ends at 8 PM. Parking: Saint Louis Science Center’s James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park. Register at the Planetarium entrance. Fees: FREE Partners: The Saint Louis Science Center, REI and St. John's Mercy Medical Center