Recreational Cycling
Recreational cycling is perhaps the most satisfying way to get exercise, fresh air and improve your health compared to any other form of recreation (or at least we think so). Getting there under your own power is incredibly rewarding! This page is more directed to the lesser competitive cyclist, who is more interested in the bike for the fun of it.
Bob White Receives National Award
[March 28, 2011]
Dartmouth's own Bike-Bob recently was honoured with the National
CKAP Tour du Canada Award, for the second year in a row. This award is
in recognition of extensive bicycling visits in provinces other than his
own. Shown here (left) is Bob with two hats presented to him
along with the award. Congratulations Bob!
Nova Scotia 55+ Games
The 4th NOVA SCOTIA 55+ GAMES
have been awarded to Kings County which is located in the beautiful
Annapolis Valley and will be held September 22-25, 2011. The intent of
the games is to bring together individuals from across the province,
aged 55+, to an event featuring games of both physical and mental
challenges, and at the same time provide a venue emphasizing social
interaction. Through bi-annual Nova Scotia 55+ Games, as well as support
for any other like games at the Regional, Zone or community levels, the
Society encourages a healthier and more active lifestyle for older
adults in Nova Scotia. For more information on the games and a schedule
of activities, please
visit the games website or download the attached documents.
Did you Know?
Did you know there are less bicycle accidents per kilometer traveled on city streets and roads than on bike lanes and bike trails? Yes, you are safest when riding correctly as part of the traffic flow. Did you know most of bicycle accidents do not involve a motor vehicle? Did you know that 60 to 70% of all bike / motor vehicle accidents occur at intersections and only 1% or so from being hit from behind? Did you know that with both bikes as well as motor vehicles, the main cause of accidents is distraction or driver inattention?
To aquire the knowledge and skills to ride in rural and urban streets in a safe fashion while sharing the roads with other users, one should consider participation in a CAN-BIKE course.
Recreational Events
| Sept.22-25.2011 |
Nova
Scotia 55+ Games [Kings County] |
| Sept. 25.2011 |
Joseph Howe Century Tour [Dartmouth] |
