Cranksgiving

Dive into a unique combination of scavenger hunt and biking. Not only will you enjoy a delightful day on your bicycle, but you’ll also be contributing to a vital cause. The beneficiaries of this event are the University District Food Bank, Byrd Barr Place, and the Rainier Valley Food Bank.

Check seattlebikeblog.com for more details!

Two Ways to Get Involved

1. Add Cranksgiving to your calendar and ride the event solo or with a group of friends!
2. Volunteer at the Start Line or at one of the donation drop-off locations!

Date:

Saturday, November 18, 2023. No prior registration required. Just add the date and the start time to your calendar and show up!

Schedule:

• 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.: Assembly at Byrd Barr Place food bank (Address: 722 18th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122).

• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Embark on the Scavenger Hunt! Complete challenges, buy grocery items, and deliver them to our three partner food banks, Byrd Barr Place, Rainier Valley Food Bank, and University District Food Bank.

• 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Unwind at the After Party held at Central Cinema!

No registration fee!

However, participants should anticipate spending a minimum of $20 on groceries (feel free to contribute more!).

Ride Distance:

• Riders should be prepared for a total journey of 12-15 miles throughout the event.

• Mini-Cranksgiving: A 3-5 mile option to ensure everyone can participate comfortably.

Team Participation:

• Gather your friends and ride as a team. Elevate the fun by wearing costumes! Be ready with a team name at the start to earn points.

• Both teams and solo riders are heartily welcomed.

• If you’re without a team but keen on joining one, worry not. At the start, we'll endeavor to match solo riders with teams that are open to additional members.

Your Checklist for Cranksgiving

1. Dress warmly. Layers recommended.

2. Come with a bike ready to ride the chosen distance.

3. Navigation tools, such as a map or smartphone.

4. Means to carry food donations - backpack, bike bags, or cargo bike.

5. Bike lock, mask, and water bottle.

6. Pen for marking off your scavenger hunt list.

How Cranksgiving 2023 will work

Start:

Gather at Byrd Barr Place (map) at 9 a.m. You'll be handed a manifest card detailing items the chosen food bank needs and suggested grocery sellers. You'll be able to choose what your first food bank will be, University District Food Bank or the Rainier Valley Food Bank (drop-off point at Bike Works in Columbia City). Mini-Cranksgiving riders will receive a single manifest for a shorter round-trip back to Byrd Barr Place.

Ride to First Food Bank:

Purchase items on route to your selected food bank and complete fun challenges for bonus points. Once at the food bank, deposit your donations in designated bins. Tally your points and receive a stamp and second manifest from a volunteer.

Ride to Second Food Bank:

With a new manifest in hand, journey back to the Byrd Barr Place Food Bank. Repeat the buying and challenge completion process.

After party

After your ride, celebrate at Central Cinema with fellow participants!

The event should take roughly 4 hours. Don't stress if you can only ride to one food bank or miss the after-party – your participation alone is cherished!

Get Involved

1. Add Cranksgiving to your calendar and ride the event solo or with a group of friends!
2. Volunteer at the Start Line or at one of the donation drop-off locations!

Contact

For additional information or inquiries, please reach out to Maxwell Burton at maxwellb@cascade.org. Visit seattlebikeblog.com for more details!