Saturday, September 28, 2024
9:00-11:30 am
* Riders should arrive at 8:30 *
Awareness | Empowerment | Mobility
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THE LOCATION
Ride with Refugees starts and stops at the BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus. We invite non-riders to enjoy the playground and kid-friendly Activity Fair sponsored by refugee-focused non-profits. H-E-B will provide refreshments for all!
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THE ROUTE
Our ride is 7 miles long and will include a halfway rest stop for water. For our safety, the Houston Police Department will provide bike escort and RwR will provide ride marshalls. All riders must already know how to ride a bike.
The mission of Ride with Refugees is to raise awareness about resettlement and empower refugees through mobility.
Ride Location (Start and End)
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BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus
6500 Rookin St. 77074
Providing community services in Houston’s most diverse neighborhood
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE for 2024
8:30 am | All riders arrive at Baker-Ripley Gulfton Sharpstown campus. Riders are responsible for securing their own bikes; bringing a lock for attending the activity fair is recommended. |
9:00 am | Depart and ride 7 miles around the Gulfton Sharpstown neighborhood Police escort will be provided for the entire route; minimum age for riders is 12 years old, and all riders must already know how to bike. We will have a halfway water pit stop. |
9:55 am | Return to Baker-Ripley |
10:00 am | Listen to a brief presentation about refugee resettlement in Houston, facts about the Gulfton Sharpstown neighborhood, and meet some non-profits making a difference. |
9:00 to 11:30 am | Ride with Refugees Activity Fair! Enjoy refreshments and family-friendly activities. |
PARKING
Parking is available in the Baker-Ripley parking lot or along the surrounding streets. Please pay attention to street signs for legal parking areas.