Get Fit Victoria Family Bike Ride

Written by Shawna Currie

Wednesday, 23 July 2008

The City of Victoria Parks and Recreation Dept. invites you to join the free “Get Fit Victoria” Family Bike Ride, July 26 from 9-10 a.m. at the Special Events area.  Challenge yourself with a one, three, or five mile ride within the safety of the park. Parking is available at Riverside Stadium before 9 a.m., but access to the ride area will be closed when the event begins and riders must then bike to the location. Everyone is encouraged to wear safety gear and helmets. Fruit and drinks are available after your ride.    “Get Fit Victoria,” a citywide health initiative, offers fitness events monthly. With a fun approach to weight loss, it encourages participants to combat sedentary lifestyles and to “Eat Healthy, Move More, and Have Fun”.    “Get Fit Victoria” events for 2008:  August 9 – Kayak Race Riverside Park Paddling Trail 9 am September 6 – Kids Healthy Cooking October – 5K walk/run November – Hunting for Health Scavenger Hunt at Riverside December 13 – Christmas in the Park: Candy Cane Relay 7 pm  Log on to www.getfitvictoria.com for future events and nutrition information. Dates are subject to change.For more information contact the Victoria Parks & Recreation office at 485-3200.

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 23 July 2008 )