Wheels To Meals - Hunger Is Real!
Help us "Break the Cycle" of Hunger at the 2019 Wheels to Meals on June 15, 2019
We're bringing back the Wheels to Meals this year, but with a twist. Rather than a variety of courses through the Puyallup Valley, we are holding this year's ride on a one mile loop in Swan Creek Park. Riders can ride as far as they want and never be more than 1/2 mile from a rest stop! The course is in Swan Creek Park and is on paved roads from the former neighborhood Salishan neighborhood. The one mile loop will allow riders of different abilities to ride together off and on as their pace allows, and also provide riders with a chance to push their stamina without worrying about having to make it back to the finish area since they will always be less than 1/2 mile away from a rest stop.
This is from a rider at another event on this one mile loop:
"Swan Creek is a park that doesn't get the credit it deserves. The Century was absolutely amazing. The abandoned streets are very peaceful and you really can't beat the forested surroundings. The best part- NO CARS; you are free to ride as fast or slow as you want. You can have conversations with other riders, and supporters can line the streets with chairs, snacks, and coolers, and make a day of it (getting cheered on is a pretty good feeling as well). It is definitely one of the cooler rides I've taken part in." - Joe Korbuszewski
If you have any questions about this race visit the RACE CONTACT INFO page
Wheels To Meals FACEBOOK PAGE and FACEBOOK EVENT
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Cycling Saves Dinero
Cycling Versus Driving
Eat Bacon and bagels, cycle 50 miles!
LOL...
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Edgewood's Interurban Trail
From: Bob Myrick <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>
Sent: Wednesday, December 1, 2021, 4:15 PM
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Cc: Larry Leveen; FT-SCHEUERMAN_Stuart
Subject: Edgewood's Interurban Trail
To Whom it May Concern:
I am writing on behalf of the Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club to support the Interurban Trail Phase III (Jovita Canyon) project submitted for consideration under PSRC’s 2021 Transportation Alternatives Program.
This Interurban Trail is of significant regional importance. It connects multiple cities, through dense residential and commercial areas along the original Puget Sound Electric Railway that helped these places become established and grow in the early 20th century. The north section of the trail extends 24 miles between Everett and Seattle through the communities of Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, Edmonds, and Lynnwood. The approximately 19-mile south section of the trail connects the cities of Tukwila, Kent, Auburn, Algona, and Pacific, with two unattached segments in Edgewood and Milton that follow the old railway corridor toward Fife and Tacoma. The City of Milton is in the process of constructing their missing link of the Interurban Trail, from S. 380th Street in King County to Edgewood’s existing segment in Pierce County, about one-half mile in length. They have obtained $50,000 in federal dollars, secured $150,000 from King County Parks, and anticipate completion in 2023.
The Interurban Trail provides commuters with a non-motorized option, with many using the trail to bike to work. It provides recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike who use the trail for walking, biking, jogging and other non-motorized activities. The construction of Edgewood’s missing link will provide for a much safer transportation network by completing a missing east-west active transportation network connection. Users will be able to stay off Jovita Boulevard, a busy arterial roadway traversing a narrow canyon with limited sight distance and narrow shoulders.
Edgewood’s current request is for design of their missing link, connecting their existing segment to the City of Pacific’s portion of the trail. This project has vast public support and has been planned for in the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, and Capital Improvement Plan. Edgewood is willing and prepared to carry out the project and has the ability for the funding to be obligated within the required time period.
My Club and I have been advocating for Pierce County’s trail development for over thirty years. We have seen so much positive progress since the original ISTEA program administered by the PSRC. We participated in the original feasibility study with Edgewood and we know it will be challenging to design and build the missing link, but it is time to complete the network.
Sincerely Yours,
Bob Myrick
Director of Community and Government Relations
Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club
December 1, 2021
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Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club 2022 Budget
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2022 Budget |
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ACTUAL 2020 (Full Year) |
ACTUAL 2021 (10 Months - Year To Date) |
BUDGET 2022 (Full Year) |
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Income: |
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Membership revenue, net of internet fees |
3,764 |
4,689 |
6,000 |
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Interest Income |
235 |
198 |
240 |
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Total Income |
3,999 |
4,887 |
6,240 |
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Expenses: |
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Payment Processing (Authorize.net) fees |
360 |
300 |
360 |
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Post Office Box Rental |
366 |
((1)) |
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200 |
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Website & Software |
678 |
712 |
1,000 |
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Recognition Awards |
618 |
- |
500 |
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Membership Meetings |
- |
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1,250 |
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Insurance |
320 |
1,313 |
1,500 |
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Equipment Costs |
374 |
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- |
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Conference Fees |
- |
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200 |
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Administration, including postage |
10 |
30 |
100 |
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Donations |
- |
500 |
2,500 |
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Affiliations (League of Amer. Bicyclists) |
100 |
100 |
100 |
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Tax Return Preparation |
200 |
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300 |
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Total Expenses |
3,026 |
2,955 |
8,010 |
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Net Income |
973 |
1,932 |
(1,770) |
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(2) Meeting at Los Pinos in Orting $1,000 plus meeting at a pizza restaurant $250 |
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March Newsletter
Board items:
Club Rides 2022:
April 16 Daffy
May 14 TBA
June 5 Peninsula Metric Century
July 16 Tour de Pearce
August 14 Rhapsody
September 3 Headwaters Century
These are in addition to the weekly rides that are posted on the website.
Darrell Eslinger
Information on Darrell’s memorial: Darrell Eslinger Memorial March 19 2:30 at University Place Presbyterian Church. Link to Darrel’s Obituary: Darrell Eslinger Obituary (1950 - 2022) - Fife, WA - News Tribune (Tacoma) (legacy.com)
There is a Memorial Ride scheduled for Sunday March 13, Foothills Trail. Check the website for details.
New/Renewing Members:
Lynn Hennings,Gerald CarpenterCar Ward,Sue Nicholson,Taran Robinson, Jeff Brune, Julie Heidt, Harley Bunch, David Barret, Harry Simmons, Henrich Schmidt, Pamela Dollar
Contributor
Ginger Phalen
Join Zoom Meeting General Meeting:
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Scott Pierson Trail
This is part of the ride Bob has used for the Cyclovia rides and working toward a weekly public ride incorporating this trail..
Scott Pierson Trail — Washington Trails Association (wta.org)
T2P Regional Trail
Connie Gaitan, WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Pierce County, and the cities of Fife, Puyallup, and Tacoma are working together to plan and build the T2P Regional Trail. Throughout March, WSDOT is hosting an online open house to update the community on recent decisions regarding the trail and to gather input on priorities for trail features.
Further detail on the website
Trails & Ales BEVINAR Focuses on the Tacoma to Puyallup Trail
Larry Leveen , Forevergreen Trails
A BEVINAR? What’s that? It’s a virtual Trails & Ales event! Join ForeverGreen Trails at 6 PM on Friday, March 18th as we focus on the highly anticipated Tacoma to Puyallup Trail (also known as the T2P or the SR 167 Trail) which is part of the SR 167 Gateway Project. WSDOT representatives will be joining us to talk about this important regional trail, provide an update on the status of its phases, and promote an online open house to solicit public feedback on certain project design aspects. This webinar is FREE so please join us and spread the word — all welcome! Register at: https://www.forevergreentrails.org
Biking Along with Bob
Bob Myrick
It seems like I'm always drawn back to Death Valley for an annual winter get away. I've gone on organized outings with my guide friend Wayne Martin and sometimes with just two people. I'm a little too old now to ride over two big passes from Bishop California so I confine myself to the low lands.
The best time is November thru February and you need to reserve NPS sites early. There are three other commercial sites available, Fiddler's Roost is the best. Cabins are $300 and the big hotel is $500+.
This year Charlene and I took our sweet time driving my pickup truck camper. We stayed in Corvallis KOA, Ashland private camp, Oroville KOA Casino, Visalia KOA and Red rock canyon state park before driving thru Trona to the Furnace Creek campground.
On the way, we visited Chico California home of the Wild flower ride and tried out Bidwell Park based on Fred Swift's recommendation. It was good. First day in Death Valley we rode to Artists Palette only about 20 miles, but very steep. We stopped at the Inn at Death Valley Oasis $500+ and split a $25 lunch and drank some Death Valley Pale ale.
Next day, we hiked thru the Golden Canyon for several hours and stopped again for the $25 lunch and the beer. Next day, we rode early to Stovepipe Wells camp and snacked at the general store.
We packed up the next day and drove to Shoshone campground and the home of the Crowbar Cafe. Then the next day we did a pave/gravel ride to the China Farm Date Ranch down some 18% gravel and enjoyed our Date Coffee Shake. On the way back we stopped at the Brewery in Tecopa hot springs and had BBQ Brisket with the trimmings and the beer.
We planned to go south thru the Mojave Desert, but my friend Wayne invited us to overnight in Bishop and another friend wanted to visit in Reno. Big mistake because we were caught in a big windstorm at the Boomtown KOA and chains were required next day for Donner Pass. We waited an hour or so for the road to be cleared.
We went on to Oroville KOA Casino and won $5 with our free play money. First time there, we won $21. From Oroville, we stopped again in Chico and rode the famous Honey Run road to Helltown and Centerville museum. You can keep going UP and arrive in Paradise, home of the big fire.
On the way home, we stayed overnight at Castle Crags State Park and rode the Bear Creek Trail in Ashland next day. Then, we stayed overnight in Canyonville at the Casino and managed to drive all the way home. I would have liked to ride the Willapa Trail in Chehalis but Rainbow Falls State Park had no space on the Friday night.
If you are interested, Adventure Cycling runs trips in Death Valley and Backroads $$$$ too. Some friends fly to Las Vegas and rent a car or a small camper van. You can shop at Walmart and even rent bikes in Las Vegas or in Furnace Creek, standard or Ebike.
That's it for March
Walt
Happy Cycling! - Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club
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