Saturday, September 28, 2024
9:00-11:30 am
* Riders should arrive at 8:30 *
Awareness | Empowerment | Mobility
THE LOCATION
Ride with Refugees starts and stops at the BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus. We invite non-riders to enjoy the playground and kid-friendly Activity Fair sponsored by refugee-focused non-profits. H-E-B will provide refreshments for all!
THE ROUTE
Our ride is 7 miles long and will include a halfway rest stop for water. For our safety, the Houston Police Department will provide bike escort and RwR will provide ride marshalls. All riders must already know how to ride a bike.
The mission of Ride with Refugees is to raise awareness about resettlement and empower refugees through mobility.
Ride Location (Start and End)
BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus
6500 Rookin St. 77074
Providing community services in Houston’s most diverse neighborhood
SCHEDULE for 2024
| 8:30 am | All riders arrive at Baker-Ripley Gulfton Sharpstown campus. Riders are responsible for securing their own bikes; we recommend bringing a bike lock for before and after the ride. |
| 9:00 am | Depart and ride 7 miles around the Gulfton Sharpstown neighborhood Police escort will be provided for the entire route; minimum age for riders is 12 years old, and all riders must already know how to ride a bike. We will have a halfway water pit stop at Burnett-Bayland Park. |
| 9:55 am | Return to Baker-Ripley |
| 10:00 am | Listen to a brief presentation about refugee resettlement in Houston and meet some non-profits making a difference. |
| 9:00 to 11:30 am | Ride with Refugees Activity Fair! Enjoy refreshments and family-friendly activities. |
PARKING
Parking is available in the Baker-Ripley parking lot or along the surrounding streets. Please pay attention to street signs for legal parking areas.