Ride the Red Rock a very successful event

• ‘Ride the Red Rock’ event brings about 175 cyclists to Waterton Lakes National Park on October 1, 2011

Nicholas Alexander, Parks Canada
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Parks Canada

This event provided cyclists the chance to ride up the Red Rock parkway without vehicles, and also marked “Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day”. The 175 cyclists who participated in the event included 40 children. A highlight for many was the opportunity to view bears from their bikes.

Red Rock cyclists meet black bear
Nicholas Alexander, Parks Canada, photo

Red Rock Cycle start with
Acting Superintendent Dennis Madsen
Nicholas Alexander, Parks Canada, photo

The Beazer kids show off their new water bottles
N. Alexander Parks Canada, photo

It was also a sneak peak at enjoying the Red Rock Parkway when the road is normally closed to motorized vehicle traffic between November and April each year.

After the ride, participants were treated to a pay-what-you-can BBQ and draw prizes, with a special prize for kids. Almost $500 was raised for a new bike rack for the renovated community centre.

Nicholas Alexander, Parks Canada, photo

This event was a success because of the support from our community. Technical support was provided by Headwinds Cycling from Lethbridge. Hot dogs were cooked up by Wieners of Waterton. Waterton Outdoor Adventures provided the bike shuttle. Cardston EMS attended and volunteers from the Waterton Foundation also assisted with the event.

Nicholas Alexander, Parks Canada
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