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We’re looking for a rides director!

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 by

Cascade is looking to hire a Rides Director, some who, in partnership with Cascade’s volunteer rides committee, oversees, manages and promotes Cascade Bicycle Club’s rides program, including daily rides, tours, training series, and other rides.

This position provides leadership and management to the rides program to meet its expansion and diversification objectives and to support the strategic objectives of the club. The rides director co-chairs Cascade’s rides committee, which is responsible for the strategic direction and annual work plans of the rides program and provides direction and support to a volunteer group of over 200 dedicated ride leaders.

Please read the announcement and full job description, here.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references and a relevant writing sample (no more than four pages long) to rides.director@cascadebicycleclub.org. Please mention how you heard about the position.

Applications are due June 11, 2013.

Posted in Club news, Daily Rides, Jobs | 4 Comments »

Bikes take you places

Monday, May 20th, 2013 by

For our Bike Month Facebook contest last week, we asked participants to share photos of where their bikes have taken them this month.

We received some really great photos, which shows that bikes can take you to some interesting places. It was very hard to choose a winner, so hard in fact, that we’re picked TWO winners this week.

First up, congratulations to Jeff Miller of team U-District Kyphotic Kommuters! His photo reminds us that everyone wants to enjoy the ride and get home safely to friends, family and the people that we love. His photo captured this feeling.

“My bike always gets me back home, where this little guy is waiting for his helmeted pops...”

Congrats also to Emily Adams of team Third Place Bikes! Her owl photo reminded us that there are many things we get to see and experience from a bicycle, sometimes hidden right in front of us.

 

“This morning's commute featured Barred Owls. I could have watched them all day.

Find information about this week’s contest on our Bike Month Facebook page.

Posted in Around town, Bike Month, Events | 1 Comment »

SLIDESHOW: Rain does not deter happy Bike to Work riders!

Friday, May 17th, 2013 by

It was grey and rainy this morning but that didn’t deter thousands of people from ditching their cars to ride their bikes to work for the annual F5 Bike to Work Day.  Commute stations all over the region were buzzing, some even reported a record number of visitors!

We met people who were riding to work for the very first time today while others, familiar with the swag and goodies at the dozens of  commute stations, embarked on a city-wide search for the best commute station offerings. Rumor has it that the hosts of one DIY station slaved away in the kitchen to offer homemade doughnuts! We sure are feeling the bike love today.  And it’s not over yet! Come on down to Via6 for the official Bike to Work Day After Party. Hosted by Via6 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., bring in the weekend with bites and beverages from Tom Douglas Restaurants, tunes from KEXP DJ Greg Vandy, prizes and tours of ViaBike and Via6 apartments.

Posted in Bike Month, Bike to Work Day, Events | 7 Comments »

F5 Bike to Work Day is tomorrow! #maketracks

Thursday, May 16th, 2013 by

Two weeks down, two to go! We’re at the midpoint of Bike Month, but the people-powered energy of Bike Month crescendos this tomorrow on F5 Bike to Work Day!

If you’ve never bike commuted, tomorrow is a great day to give it a try. Not only will you be joined by thousands of fellow bike commuters, there will be festivities and commuter stations with free snacks and swag along the way.

On the schedule:

- Starting as early as 5:30 a.m., stop by one of dozens of morning commute stations for treats, swag and a chance to win great prizes.

- Attend the Mayor’s Ride ‘n Rally in Seattle or the Everett Celebration ride

- Enjoy a free tall (12 oz) beverage from participating Starbucks® all day on May 17, 2013.

- Party on at the official Bike to Work Day After Party in downtown Seattle and cyclist happy hour at Peddler Brewing Company.

Posted in Bike Month, Events | 8 Comments »

We’re hiring!

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 by

Cascade is looking to hire a new Policy and Government Affairs Manager, someone who will influence major policy and infrastructure to further our goal of getting more people riding bikes, with specific focus on Seattle and the Puget Sound region.

In partnership with the Policy, Planning and Government Affairs team, the manager informs, develops and implements Cascade’s policy and advocacy programs.  The manager will advocate for and mobilize allies to support bicycle friendly policies, infrastructure and funding at the local and regional levels.

Please read the announcement and full job description, here.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references and a relevant writing sample (no more than four pages long) all in a single PDF document to resume@cascadebicycleclub.org. Please mention how you heard about the position.

Applications are due June 4, 2013.

Posted in Advocacy, Club news, Jobs | 8 Comments »

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