Our Events
Explore upcoming Ecology Action and partner events to learn more about sustainable initiatives in California.
EV Display Show @ Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Watsonville
- location: Watsonville Plaza
- Time: 11:00am-5:0pm
Join us and learn about EV’s for everyone!
Have a persistent squeaky brake? Rusty chain? Flat tire? Have your bike checked by one of our mechanics for free! Book a time with us, and we’ll help your bike out with minor tune-ups and repairs to get you rolling into spring!
To register click on the link below:
https://letsmodo.org/bike-challenges/#calendar-bc5d89ea-8cc9-4561-9c50-281a301537ca-event-lgcqovsn
If all appointment slots are full, please email tawn.kennedy@ecoact.org to be put on the waitlist.
Volunteer Opportunity – Join our team Walk and Roll to School Day!
Walk and Roll to School Day (WRTS) happens bi-annually: one in the Fall (October) and one in Spring (May). For many years, Ecology Action has been organizing county wide WRTS events.
Details: Support with packing food and prizes for 35+ schools. Tasks would include but not limited to taping boxes together, packaging food, fruits, and juice into boxes; and labeling and ensuring right number of supplies are accounted.
You can help!
When:
- Wednesday May 8th, 2024
- Time: 9 – 2PM.
- Location: Ecology Action Parking lot – 877 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
- Snacks and waters will be available.
This event will be outdoors comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended.
To sign up email Marisol.Diaz@ecoact.org or submit an application at https://ecoact.org/volunteer
Salinas Resource Fair @ El Gabilan Elementary School
Ecology Action will be participating during this event at El Gabilan Elementary School, starting at 1:30pm. You will have the opportunity to learn more about our Safe Routes to School Program. We have many opportunities for those looking to get involved and help give back. Our programs teach students best practices when riding a bike, crossing the street safely and much more.
To learn more about our programs and opportunities we invite you to visit our table or to apply click on the link https://ecoact.org/volunteer
Internship and volunteer opportunities are available to learn more about Ecology Action visit our website by clicking the link https://ecoact.org/
Community Bike & All-Santa Cruz Cleanup Day!
We will kick things off with a community park clean-up at Pinto Lake County Park @ 1pm
- Date May 11, 2024
- Time 1:00pm-4:00pm
- Starting at Pinto Lake County Park & clean up!
Ride along the beautiful Green Valley Corridor, celebrate Mother’s Day, and connect with Mother Nature on our ride. All ages are welcome to join us from 1pm to 4pm as we bike to local parks and participate in the Santa Cruz clen-up day. Stops will include Pinto Lake County Park, Mesa Village Park, and Pinto Lake City Park.
- Free bike lights, snacks, and more!
- Youth participants will be entered in to win a scooter and skateboard.
Let’s come together to make a positive impact on our community and environment!
To sign up to volunteer during this event and help us clean up please fill out an application clicking here
or email Marisol.Diaz@Ecoact.org to sign-up and be part of the movement.
Need to Borrow a Bike? RSVP go to: bit.ly/CBikeDay
Free E-Bike Demos with Gazelle Bikes
Ride off Mother’s Day brunch with an invigorating spin on a Gazelle e-bike! We’re offering free demo rides from 12-4pm at our Westside showroom. Bring Mom, bring Dad, or just bring yourself!
- Date Sunday May 12, 2024
- Time 12-4pm
- Gazelle Experience Center
- 719 Swift ST STE 61, Santa Cruz, CA
E-Bike Safety Workshop – Go Santa Cruz
This workshop is offered both as an in-person lunch-and-learn at the Civic and virtually via Zoom.
E-bikes are here to stay, and with the right preparation, riding them can be safe and rewarding.
- Date Wednesday, May 15
- Time 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Civic Auditorium
- 307 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ecology Action will be participating in this year’s 28th Annual Ceremony and sharing resource with the students and families, Community Partner of Cal State Monterey Bay and the Service-Learning Institute,
For volunteer opportunities or internship opportunities please visit our website: https://ecoact.org/volunteer
or contact Marisol.diaz@ecoact.org
Bike Maintenance Class
Welcome to the wonderful world of bicycles! We will cover the three major systems that operate on a bicycle: wheels/tires, brakes, and shifting. We will also go over basic maintenance and safety checks, and take a tour of the shop to become acquainted with the space. A great class for beginners or newcomers to bike mechanics and to the Bike Church!
- Date Saturday, May 18
- Time 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- The Bike Church
- 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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