Clawsonites Get on Their Bikes for Fun, Health, and Community

It was apparent early on Wednesday in Clawson that many residents were deviating from their different morning routines—but not that they seemed to mind, one bit.

Chains were tightened, helmets were strapped on, and the community hit the pavement for Bike to School Day, part of National Bike Month.

Students rode to Kenwood and Schalm Elementaries in Clawson with the lead from school officials, city officials, police, and parents, among others.

Julia Moura Hedrick commented (via Facebook), "Excellent job by the city of Clawson, Police Department and Schalm Elementary putting together the Ride your Bike to school day! Congrats Mrs Pell and the entire team; we had a blast!!!"

Why the special day? Clawson Mayor Penny Luebswrote on Local Voices in a post dated April 30:

The entire community benefits when there is less traffic congestion. Many kids are not getting the exercise they need and less active children are more likely to be overweight and at an increased risk for chronic diseases. Experts recommend that children get 60 minutes or more of physical activity each day. Our community can create safe environments for children of all abilities and teach safety skills to walkers, bikers and drivers.

Were you among the cyclists, too? Was Bike to School Day a unanimous success? Tell us in the comments.