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Explore upcoming Ecology Action and partner events to learn more about sustainable initiatives in California.

Oct
1
Tue
Biketober Challenge 2024 @ Santa Cruz
Oct 1 @ 12:00 pm – Oct 31 @ 1:00 pm
Biketober Challenge 2024 @ Santa Cruz
The fall challenge is back!
Log your rides, reduce emissions, and win prizes throughout the month. Biketober returns to Santa Cruz County on October 1st, and we’re stoked for what is in store. With new events throughout the month, new prizes, and lots of fun bike activity, is a great time to shift with the season.
Individuals and workplaces across Santa Cruz County are invited to participate and help us pedal our way to our biggest bike challenge yet.
Ready, set, ride!
When
October 01 12:00 AM – October 31 12:00 AM
Where
Santa Cruz County
Oct
27
Sun
Fall Fest and Gazelle Experience Center @ Gazelle Experience Center
Oct 27 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Fall Fest and Gazelle Experience Center @ Gazelle Experience Center
We’re getting into the Bikeotober, fall, and Halloween spirit! Join us for some fall fun, free ebike demo rides, and a chance to go for a spooky spin in our Urban Arrow e-cargo bike with Jane Bone Jovi. If you’re cargo bike-curious, this is your chance to try out one of our bikes with your kids, or one of our expert staff. Join us anytime from 12-4pm, Sunday, October 27
When
Sunday, October 27
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where
719 Swift ST STE 61, Santa Cruz, CA
Nov
2
Sat
EV Team @ Day Of The Dead Hartnell College @ Hartnell College
Nov 2 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
EV Team @ Day Of The Dead Hartnell College @ Hartnell College

Stop by and say hello to our EV for Everyone team to learn more about rebates and EV vehicles.

Nov
6
Wed
Free Bike Repair Clinic @ Ecology Action
Nov 6 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Free Bike Repair Clinic @ Ecology Action
Fix-a-flat
Turn up for a tune-up
Ready to roll
Are mechanical issues stopping you from riding your bike more? Do you have a persistent squeaky brake, a loud chain, or a flat tire? Have your bike checked by one of our mechanics for free! Book a time with us, and we’ll provide minor bike tune-ups and repairs to get you rolling into winter! RSVP required.https://calendly.com/bikeevents/gosc-bike-repair-clinic-november?month=2024-11&date=2024-11-06
Nov
12
Tue
Bike Commuting 101 @ The Civic Auditorium
Nov 12 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Bike Commuting 101 @ The Civic Auditorium
Are you ready to take your morning commute to the next level? Or are you just ready to give your wallet a break from gas prices? Learn from the experts about bike commuting basics including hauling gear, what to look for in a solid commuting bike, riding while “business casual,” rush hour rules of the road, and more.
Staff from Ecology Action will share the need-to-knows of bike commuting, trouble-shoot your commute and after-work errands, and help cyclists of all levels plan for a safe and satisfying ride.
This workshop is available as a in-person Lunch-and-Learn and virtually via Zoom.
When
Tuesday, November 12 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Where
The Civic Auditorium
307 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Nov
16
Sat
Salinas Fall Carnival Ecology Action Booth @ Laurel Wood School Salinas CA
Nov 16 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Salinas Fall Carnival Ecology Action Booth @ Laurel Wood School Salinas CA

Please stop by to learn more about the Ecology Action Programs: EVs for Everyone, Safe Routes to Schools, Infrastructure and Non-Infrastructure Planning, Resilient Central Coast Campaign, Climate Victory Gardens, and Community Biking. Learn how you can get involved and become a volunteer. There will be fun games and prizes!

Nov
20
Wed
EV For Everyone Downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market @ Downtown Farmers Market Santa Cruz
Nov 20 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
EV For Everyone Downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market @ Downtown Farmers Market Santa Cruz

We are excited to participate in the downtown farmers market and share our EV for Everyone program initiatives. Stop by to learn more about rebates and EV vehicles.

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