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Sports Psychologist and Award winning Cyclist K.C. Wilder Presents “Safety Town”. Author and Mother-of-Two to Host Safety Skills Clinic for Kids at First Annual Cycle Bucks County Charity Bike Ride
Dr. K.C. Wilder, a renowned sports psychologist, award winning cyclist, author and mother of two, will host a safety and skills clinic for children ages four through ten as part of the full schedule of kids’ activities planned for Cycle Bucks County, the first annual charity bike ride benefitting the Tara L. Riedley Foundation and the New Hope-Solebury Community Association. The one-day bicycle tour, which is designed to raise funds and awareness for these two Bucks County organizations whose missions are focused on furthering education and opportunity for all, will take place on Saturday, June 25th.
The Cycle Bucks County ride is open to all levels, from beginner to serious cyclists. Participants choose from three routes ranging in length from 10 to 60 miles, winding through the scenic roadways of Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Rest stops and SAG support are provided on all routes. A vendor expo, one mile kids fun ride and children’s activities will take place throughout the day at New Hope-Solebury High School, where the ride will begin and end. At the conclusion of the race, participants and volunteers will enjoy a celebratory lunch.
“Bicycling is a lifelong sport that gives us freedom to go places, and keep fit,” says Wilder. “Learning the rules of the road gives children self-confidence, and judgment on how, and where they should ride.” It is with this in mind that Wilder will teach participants the fundamentals of bicycle safety before they hop on their bikes for an obstacle course and a short criterium. Each participant will receive an award recognizing his/her efforts and every participant will automatically be entered to win a brand new 2011 Fuji Absolute Bicycle. While, there is no additional charge for the clinic, Wilder will be offering autographed copies of her book Tour de You for $10. The proceeds from book sales will be donated back to Cycle Bucks County.
Dr. K.C. Wilder’s “Safety Town” Clinic will take place at Noon. The schedule for additional kids’ events is:
Children's Activity Tent – 9am - 3pm
Arts and Crafts (2-10 years of age)
Fun Ride – 9am – 2 pm
One-Mile “track” on the grounds where children two through ten can ride “Hot Wheels”-type cycles
K.C. Wilder Safety Town Safety & Skills Clinic – Noon
Raffle of Fuji Bike – 2 pm
Additional details and registration info is available at www.cyclebuckscounty.org.
About The Tara L. Riedley Foundation
The Tara L. Riedley Foundation was founded by family, friends and associates of Tara Riedley, a Bucks-County native who tragically and suddenly passed away in 2008 at the age of 30. A graduate of Duke University and Boston College Law School, Tara was a practicing attorney who, despite her busy schedule, always gave her time and talents to support charitable causes, many related to children, families in need and educational opportunities for the less fortunate. The Foundation was established to keep Tara’s legacy of academic excellence and voluntarism alive, while celebrating her adventurous and compassionate spirit. Through its Board of Directors, the Foundation supports a portfolio of non-profit organizations from coast to coast that furthers Tara's message of hope, education and opportunity for all. For more information, please visit www.tarariedleyfoundation.com.
About New Hope-Solebury Community Association
The New Hope-Solebury Community Association was incorporated as a not for profit corporation in November 1949— principally to raise funds for the construction of a gymnasium on the grounds of the New Hope-Solebury High School for the use of the students and the community. In 1957 the Community Association financed the addition to the gymnasium building for locker rooms, cafeteria and kitchen facilities. Since that time the CA has continued to support the students and the community by establishing the New Hope Soccer Club for children of all ages; providing scholarships for graduating seniors; and sponsoring various youth teams. The Association has been designated with a 501 (c) (3) status by the Internal Revenue Service and is registered with the State of Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Charitable Organizations.
For more information, to secure press passes or to schedule an interview with Dr. K.C, Wilder, please contact Janine Carroll at janine@dragonfly-communications.com /215.93.5208 or Vicki Crafton at Vicki@dragronfly-communications.com / 609.240.2416
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