Oregon Walk+Bike to School Retreat

Join us in Bend, Oregon June 16-18 as Oregonians interested in Walk + Bike to School and Safe Routes issues come together for an event that will give you an opportunity to access training*, learn best practices, network with others working on these issues, and work with us to create a strong state network. You are all invited to the first Oregon Walk+Bike to School Retreat.  Please forward this invitation to others who may be interested!

Here is some information to get you started:

•    Cost for the retreat is just $10/day and includes printed material, a resource CD, trainings, networking, and light snacks.

•    Travel and meals are not included but there will be $75 reimbursement scholarships provided to approximately 30 attendees on a first come first serve basis.

•    Professional Development Unit Certificates are available, check with your district to confirm requirements

Agenda

•    3-5pm: Intro, mixer, & speaker 3-5 and Afternoon session (SRTS 101 informative meeting).

•    6-9 pm: Speaker & Mixer. Dan Burden, World renowned walk+bike community planner.

•    8:00 am-5:00 pm: Trainings*

•    5:30-7:00 pm: Commute Options birthday party- simple dinner and networking

•    8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.: Statewide Partnership discussion. What are the statewide standards/needs/funding. What are our goals for funding, structure, advocacy, education, etc.

•     2:30-5:00pm (optional) Join an afternoon bike ride (mountain bike & city riding options) OR complete the Bike Safety Education Curriculum training and League of American Bicyclists Traffic Safety Training.

*Safe Routes for Kids: Bike Safety Education, Neighborhood Navigators: Pedestrian Safety Education, and Encouragement Event Training