Thanks to West St. Paul Chiropractic, Dakota County, and Inver Grove Ford for their support.
The third annual West St. Paul Rider community bike ride brought more than 100 people to the trails of West St. Paul and beyond. Riders of all ages tackled a 4-mile short route and 20-mile long route, with several water and snack stops along the way.
“I knew the trails existed, but I really didn’t know how to utilize them,” said Andrew Baussan. “So I feel very empowered now!”
This year’s bike ride offered a bonus day to the Explore West St. Paul Days community celebration.
The ride included the support of nearly 20 volunteers, West St. Paul Police Reserves, Dakota County, and the City of West St. Paul. Several elected officials participated, including Representative Mary Frances Clardy, Dakota County Commissioner Joe Atkins, City Council Members Lisa Eng-Sarne, Robyn Gulley, and Wendy Berry, and ISD 197 School Board Member Byron Schwab.
The free event raised money for the Residents of Color Collective (ROCC), a local organization that empowers BIPOC and unheard communities. (If you weren’t able to donate at the event, you can donate now.)
West St. Paul Rider Photos
Here’s a look at the bike ride, captured by photographer Sam Amundson:
All photos by Sam Amundson: Sam is a freelance photographer specializing in sports, nature, portraiture, and photojournalism. He’s currently a junior at Two Rivers High School where he runs cross country and plays baseball. Sam lives in St. Paul, Minn., with his parents and sister.
Maps
Dakota County created the route map, which you can download here and explore the trails:
Thank You
West St. Paul Rider is a partnership between West St. Paul Reader, the City of West St. Paul, and Dakota County. Thanks to staff and volunteers who made this event possible. Thanks to Adrienne Zimiga-January for creating this year’s artwork and Sam Amundson for photographing the event.
Thanks to all the riders for coming out and exploring West St. Paul.
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