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Help people (learn to) repair their bikes
ORGANIZATION: The Bicycle Tree
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The Bicycle Tree holds public maintenance workshops four days per week during which people bring their bikes in and we fix them together. People get as much help as they need while they use the shop's tools and equipment to repair their bikes. We do this to enable people to learn fundamental bicycle maintenance skills so they can be more capable and resilient bicycle users. Whereas there are lots of shops supporting cyclists with bikes and gear, we wish to empower and support bicyclists through affordable, practical education and access to the tools they need. We suggest a price of $7 per hour for our services, and no one is turned away for lack of funds.
Our workshops occur during the following hours:
Wednesdays - 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursdays - 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturdays - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sundays - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
We are seeking volunteers to help people repair and maintain their bikes, answer the phone, serve as cashiers, help people choose bikes and parts to purchase, and a number of activities that need to happen while we are open to the public.
Getting started does not require bicycle repair experience. We provide training opportunities.
Beginners may: introduce visitors to the shop and where things are located, guide visitors to an available repair stand, air tires, observe and learn various bicycle repair techniques, sweep, restock shelves, and otherwise maintain the shop.
Those with more experience may do any of the above, plus assist with any repairs they are comfortable with. An experienced mechanic is always available to assit with more advanced techniques.
We are always seeking experienced mechanics to help enrich the environment for all visitors and volunteers.
More opportunities with The Bicycle Tree
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About The Bicycle Tree
Location:
702 W. 17th St. Unit C, Santa Ana, CA 92706, US
Mission Statement
We equitably support bicyclists and create healthy bicycle-friendly communities through activities, advocacy, and education.
Description
The Bicycle Tree is a nonprofit community bicycle center. We provide affordable resources for people who ride bikes. We offer the following programs:
- Maintenance workshops: participants bring their bikes and learn to repair and maintain them, using the facility's tools and equipment and receiving the assistance of mostly volunteer mechanics.
- Wrench and Ride: an eight-week program open to youth ages 13-18 in which participants learn about bicycle maintenance and bike safety. Each student then selects a donated used bike that they overhaul from top to bottom. We go on a bike ride together, and they take their refurbished bike home along with a helmet, lock, and lights.
- Bicycle donations: we refurbish donated used bikes that we then give to low-income individuals in partnership with shelters and other assistance programs. A helmet, lock, and lights are included with each bicycle.
- Sales of bikes and parts: We help fund our programs through the sale of donated used bikes and parts and a limited selection of new parts and materials.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
811 N. Main St.Santa Ana, CA 92701
DATE POSTED
October 20, 2016
SKILLS
- Bike Mechanics / Repair
- Teaching / Instruction
- Mechanical Engineering
- Bicycling
- Spanish
- Retail / Sales
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 13
- Orientation or Training
- Background check for volunteers 18 +, Volunteer Permission Form for volunteers under the age of 18