Pedal to work to win Bike Month Challenge
MILFORD — Commuter Services of Pennsylvania is asking employers and commuters to participate in its Bike Month Challenge in May.
This year, bicycle commuters are invited to log their bike commute to work and participate in a weekly social media contest. Monthly and weekly prizes will be randomly awarded.
Commuters who ride their bicycle to work during May will be entered to win a bike prize pack. To qualify, bicycle commuters log their activity at https://pacommuterservices.org/bike-month-challenge.
The employer with the greatest number of bicycling commuters will also be recognized. Logs must be complete by Friday, June 3.
Bike riders can also follow Commuter Services of Pennsylvania on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to participate in weekly social media challenges. Post a picture or video each week that fits the theme, and be sure to include #pabike16.
Week 1 (1-7): Photo of local bike shop visit
Week 2 (8-14): Fun “action” bicycle photo with a bicycle safety tip
Week 3 (15-21): Favorite ride route or rest place in our 13 county region
Week 4 (22-28): Photo of your favorite bicycle gear or gadget. What don’t you leave home without?
The challenge is open to all employers and commuters in Adams, Berks, Carbon, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Monroe, Perry, Pike, Schuylkill and York counties.
Commuter Services of Pennsylvania will be promoting local bicycle organizations activities on the webpage as well as transit agencies offering free rides to bicycle commuters. Check the website for more information.
Last year 4,843 miles were logged by 120 participants during Bike to Work Week.
Bike to Work Week is a national activity that promotes commuting by bicycle, which offers health and fitness benefits as well as reduces vehicle pollution and traffic congestion.
Funding for Commuter Services of Pennsylvania is provided by the Federal Highway Administration through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the region’s metropolitan planning organizations.