The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will offer Group Bike Riding from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. beginning Friday, Nov. 1, 2019 at the Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center, 304 W. Bell Ave. Rides will be at the same time each Friday at various locations throughout the City.
The program is for residents who want to start bicycling for exercise or return to riding. Each ride has a set distance and designation ranging from 10 to 20 miles at 12 to 15 mph. Routes are local, utilizing city bike paths and roads. Participants are required to provide their own bikes, helmets, patch kits, water, snacks, and other items needed for each excursion. Bikes with multiple gears - road and hybrid - are strongly recommended. Cost per outing is $5 per participant and $2.50 for seniors 60 years old and older.
Registration for the Group Bike Riding program is ongoing at the following locations during regular business hours:
- Parks and Recreation Administration Office, 1501 E. Hadley Ave.
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday.
Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center, 304 W. Bell Ave.
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center, 1401 E. Hadley Ave.
7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, noon until 7:30 p.m. Sunday
Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave.
8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday
Rides may be canceled due to inclement weather. For information, call Recreation Programs at 575/541-2455.