State’s B2WD Notice:
Bike to Work Day is May 18, 2012
Join your colleagues on 2012’s Bike to Work Day, May 18! Leave the clogged arterials and broken escalators behind and transform your usual commute into a fun workout.
o What is it? More than 10,000 Washington area commuters are expected to participate in Bike to Work Day to show their support for bicycling as a clean, fun and healthy way to get to work. Department employees are encouraged to commute to work by bicycle on May 18.
o How can I participate?
· Go to the WABA online site in advance and register for Bike to Work Day. Be sure to specify “U.S. Department of State” as your employer.
· The Department will host a riders’ “pit stop” at the entrance to the Marshall Wing from 7:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. for participants to meet, enjoy bottled water and energy snacks provided by IL Creations, pick up copies of Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) route maps, and share their road stories.
· Join the Fun Ride starting at 12:30 pm from the Marshall Wing entrance. Under Secretary [ ], State’s Senior Sustainability Officer, is scheduled to speak to participants immediately before the start. Revolution Cycles will lead the riders on a casual 45-minute bike tour around the Mall Area, providing up-close-and-personal views of the area monuments. Last year’s ride was a “monumental” success! FARA will be providing T-shirts to commemorate the event.
· After all that healthy exercise, take advantage of the extra shower and locker facilities offered by FARA at its gym in the Foggy Bottom area of the Harry S Truman Building. FARA facilities will open at 6 am.
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