Sample Employer Newsletter Article

California Bike Commute Week

May 17-21 is Bike Commute Week. Employers throughout the state are teaming up to promote this annual event that is celebrating its 10^th year. Many regions and employers are holding special events during the week to recognize those that ride their bike to work.

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Join thousands of other bicycle commuters and enjoy a fun and energizing bicycle ride to work.

“Bicycling to work is an attractive money-saving alternative to commuting by automobile,” says K.C. Butler, California Bike Commute Week Coordinator. “Bicycling just one day can save enough money in gas, and wear& tear on your car to treat yourself to lunch! “

Bicycling is a great way to get to work and stay fit at the same time. Not only is bicycling healthy for you, it’s healthy for the planet. You may think you don’t have time to bicycle to work, but for distances of 5 miles or less, bicycling may actually take less time than driving. In addition, bicycling is an efficient use of your valuable time. Commuting by bike allows you to skip a trip to the gym and exercise as you travel to work.

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To help riders get to work during the 2004 California Bike Commute Week over 250 Pit Stops/Energizing Stations will be located throughout California. Participants will be offered free goodies including ZonePerfect Nutrition Bars, Bullfrog Sport Block, and discount coupons.

Everyone who fills out a free registration form and pledge to Bike to Work and will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win fabulous prizes!

Registration forms are available at www.californiabikecommute.com or by calling:

1-800-679-BIKE (2453)