The Town of Capitol Heights, the District of Columbia’s 6th District Police Department, Maryland National Park and Planning, Prince George’s County/District of Columbia’s Fire Departments and several other state and local agencies are working together for the 3rd Unity in the Community event. This event serves as a catalyst to assist local law enforcement with a way to get to know the needs of their citizens, as well as provide citizens with useful information and services on that day. Getting It In Cyclists is partnering with the Capitol Heights Police Department and Unity in the Community Central Area Coalition (UITCCAC) to host a bike ride to kick off the Unity in the Community event. There will be a 10-mile route and 37-mile route. Proceeds from the bike ride will go towards helping the CHPDCOC raise money to continue supporting social development programs in the surrounding communities.
Check in time is 8:00 am. Both routes will start at 9:00 am. The rides will have police escorts, marked roads and SAG support.
At the end of the ride, there will be there will be free health screenings, exhibitors, vendors selling food, live entertainment, fun activities for the family and prizes.
*** There will be NO onsite registration for the rides.
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SCHEDULE
8:00 am - Cyclist check-in
9:00 am - Unity in the Community Bike Tour
10:00 am - Parade
12:00 pm - Opening of festival area
12:30 pm - Grand Opening of Health & Wellness Area
4:00 pm – Closing
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PARKING INFORMATION
The following location is available for cyclists to park their cars. *** Please do not park at the Oakcrest Community Center. This area will be designated for the events after the ride.
The Master's Child Church Worship Center
2001 Brooks Drive
District Heights, MD 20747
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COURSE INFORMATION
The 10-mile route includes a rest stop at Ritchie Volunteer Fire Department. The 37-mile route has 2 rest stops at the Marlboro Volunteer Fire Department and Ritchie Volunteer Fire Department.
Click on the links to view and download the routes using Ride with GPS.
10-Mile Route
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REST STOPS
Each rest stop will have rest rooms, water and snacks to refuel.
• Marlboro Volunteer Fire Department - Available from 9am – 11am
• Ritchie Volunteer Fire Department - Available from 9am – 12pm
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VOLUNTEERS
We are in need of volunteers to assist in parking and rest stops. If you would like to volunteer, please click Register Now and select Volunteer. We appreciate any support that you can provide.
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CYCLIST RESPONSIBILITY
1. Arrive early to sign-in, pick up cue sheet and be ready to leave on time.
2. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! NO HELMET, NO RIDE.
3. CARRY A SPARE TUBE, PATCH KIT, PUMP, WATER BOTTLE, AND SNACK.
4. Carry identification and emergency money.
5. Practice safety and obey all traffic laws.
6. Do not "bike off" more than you can do. Go on rides within your ability, interest and experience level.
7. If you get a flat tire, you are responsible to change your own tire - or call SAG support.
8. MAKE SURE YOUR BICYCLE IS IN PROPER WORKING ORDER BEFORE YOU ARRIVE!
RIDE LONG, LIVE LONG!