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Brita Climate Ride 2009 is the first multi-day bicycle ride where your pedal strokes help raise money and awareness for meaningful climate change and renewable energy legislation! This transformative event is ideal for anyone who believes that change is possible and that America can take the lead in a green economy.
September 26–30th, 2009, the Climate Riders will pedal 300 miles from New York City to the nation’s Capitol in Washington D.C. in five days, departing from the heart of Manhattan and then meandering along country roads through New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. On the fifth day, riders will cycle past the iconic Washington Monument to arrive near the marble steps of the Capitol building. Here we will celebrate the riders’ amazing accomplishment and valuable contribution to the advancement of climate change education and renewable energy policies.
Along the way, expert speakers will educate and inspire Climate Riders about the science, the policies and the solutions to the climate crisis. Our riders and the communities we pass through will learn that our government, businesses, and each individual American will benefit from a cleaner, healthier climate. This is a unique event—a fundraiser and climate conference on wheels.
Climate Riders must pay a $100 registration fee and raise $2400 in order to participate; all proceeds go to Focus the Nation, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, and Clean Air – Cool Planet.
“On Climate Ride I met experts from every field of work and climate enthusiasts from every state. Together we brainstormed how to solve climate change -- while taking in the beauty and challenge of transporting ourselves, carbon-free, from New York to DC! Once there, I had a chance to meet my U.S. Senator. We had a half-hour, one-on-one conversation that confirmed our ride did raise awareness, that politicians are listening, and that we can work together toward a clean energy future.”
— Allison Smith, Climate Rider, Cambridge, MA |
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© Climate Ride 2008-09. All Rights Reserved.
Contact Us | (406) 241 1111 |
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