The National Park Service is studying Houston-area Emancipation Trail for potential federal recognition

By Alexandra Hart | www.texasstandard.org

Legislation was introduced in 2020 to explore making the route a National Historic Trail.

Texans are familiar with Juneteenth – the day commemorating the emancipation of slaves in Galveston, Texas, some two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. But what’s less widely known is the journey that came after emancipation: the migration of freed slaves from Galveston to Houston on what became known as the Emancipation Trail.

Now, the National Park Service is studying that route to potentially designate it as a National Historic Trail. The study is currently in comment period until the end of March, and the study is based in large part on the efforts and research of Naomi Mitchell Carrier, CEO of the Texas Center for African American Living History. …

… Can you actually follow this trail today?

Two years ago, we had an emancipation bike ride and people rode their bikes from Pier 21 in Galveston to Houston’s Emancipation Park. So yes, you can do it today. We’re talking about a little over 51 miles, maybe about 60 miles, depending on what detours you want to take. But yes, you can still travel that today. …

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UHD Sports & Fitness Hosts CPR/First Aid Certification and Yoga Flow & Bike Ride

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Check out the latest from UHD Sports & Fitness!

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Certification trainings with a certified instructor 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Feb. 18, March 24 and April 22, One Main Building, Room N600. To register, visit Member Services in the Jesse H. Jones Student Life Center.  The fee is $65.
 
New Healthy Workshop Series’ Yoga Flow & Bike Ride 6:15 – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 22. Participants should meet in the Jesse H. Jones Student Life Center. Enter the drawing for a free yoga mat. ...

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Bicyclist hit by SUV involved in crash on northwest side

Author: Erin Rodriguez (KENS 5) | www.kens5.com

The victim, who is believed to be in his mid-40s, was taken to the hospital in critical condition – but it doesn’t appear that he has any life-threatening injuries.

SAN ANTONIO — A man riding a bicycle on the northwest side was hit by an SUV that collided with a pickup truck Thursday morning on Bandera Road, north of Loop 410. The victim, who is believed to be in his mid-40s, was taken to the hospital in critical condition – but police said it doesn’t appear that he has any life-threatening injuries.

The two drivers collided on the northwest side at the intersection of Bandera Road and Guilbeau Road around 10:30 a.m. The driver of a Ford Expedition was turning southbound was knocked out of the lane and hit the bicyclist who was nearby on a sidewalk, police said. Investigators with the San Antonio Police Department said the other vehicle appeared to be turning in the opposite direction at the same time.

"The driver of the Expedition was displaying some erratic behavior," an official with SAPD told …

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Houston, TX- Bicycle Store Manager

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Specialized Bicycle Components Houston, TX A critical member of the Specialized retail network, the Store Manager balances excellence in retail operations with a passion for the power of a great brand. The Store Manager maintains the culture of the business and sets the tone of the store. The ideal candidate has a consistent record encouraging successful, profitable retail, and wants to take that expertise to the next level as a driver of outstanding brand experiences. Beyond being a well-adapted business leader, the Store Manager works collaboratively with staff, retail partners, and local riders as a host, mentor, brand advocate, and customer service ace. This role also works cross-functionally with other members of the Specialized team to facilitate store-based events passionate about education, product launches, advocacy, and brand innovation. …

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A journey through the Wild Wild West

By Kenneth Welch | www.crazyguyonabike.com

What Next: Analize, Adapt, Improvise, Overcome

Saturday February 12, 2022 Today, I will get on ol’ Bessie and go for a long training ride. Every moment riding on my recumbent trike is treasured time. Considering. Last Sunday, I was having breakfast with the grandsons, and it felt like I had something in my eye all day. By the evening, I was totally unable to see out of my left eye. Saw the retina specialist yesterday. The diagnosis surprised me. I had a stroke in my eye. I am fine now but cannot see out of the left eye. This is not going to stop me from pursuing my dream of being out on the road headed for the next bivouac location. The Wild Wild West just got a little wilder. Here comes a one-eyed old man with a cane on an electric assist etrike. If I’m going down, I’m going down riding my trike. I will eventually adapt to life with one good eye, and I will overcome this disability. Funny how some things you learn in the Marine Corps stay with you your whole life. They break you down and …

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Modified Southern Tier Winter 2022

By Dean Mitchell | www.crazyguyonabike.com

Sanderson, TX

Thursday February 17, 2022, 88 km (55 miles) – Total so far: 1,397 km (868 miles) Easy ride today, tailwind all the way. No services at all between the two towns. Sanderson is pretty much shutdown, most places are closed. Did manage to get food at a food truck and small grocery store. At an RV park (Canyon RV) on the east side of town, not bad wifi, showers/bathrooms, etc. Very windy here though and a cold front moved through last night so temperatures are cooler than the past few days.

Sunny, windy, 14c.

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San Antonio Parks Foundation’s Fest of Tails celebrates kite-flying and pet pooches this March

By Kelly Nelson | www.sacurrent.com

The San Antonio Parks Foundation’s Fest of Tails is returning for its 15th annual iteration on Saturday, March 12.

After last being held in October 2021 due to a pandemic-forced rescheduling, the event is returning to its traditional March timeline this year. …

… To honor its 15th anniversary, Fest of Tails is debuting the "Tour de Tails," a bicycle ride along the Salado Creek Greenway that ends at the festival in McAllister Park. Riders can choose a 3 mile or a 10 mile route, starting from either the Lady Bird Johnson Trailhead or the Hardberger Trailhead. Groups led by SATX Social Ride volunteers will leave each hour from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. …

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$20.5mil of More White Oak Bayou Trails. from bikehouston

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Wounded Warriors hosts a skills development camp in Killeen

By Madeline Oden | kdhnews.com

Wounded Warriors representatives are visiting Killeen through Sunday and hosting a skills and development camp through the organization’s Soldier Ride program.

The program is a multi-day program with multiple venues all over the country. The program pays for transportation and provides all the equipment for the veterans to come during the week and then leave on Sunday.

“We will usually do a little bit indoor and outdoor skill building. This afternoon we will have a ride through the area and then do it again tomorrow,” said Mike Owens, the Central Texas manager for the Soldier Ride program. “It’s a great way for camaraderie and getting together with other veterans. Really it gets everyone active and off the couch.”

Wounded Warriors is a global nonprofit veterans service organization that helps injured veterans in mind, …

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