CYCLING WITHOUT AGE LITTLETON

High Line Canal: A Place for Wind in the Hair

The High Line Canal provides unique experiences for all kinds of users. One group is those who participate in the Cycling Without Age, a nonprofit that gives free, wind-in-the-hair experiences to those unable to do so themselves. Participants are taken along trails via a trishaw. But we’re no experts. So we asked Cycling Without Age Board of Director Member Chris Wootten (Chris is also a High Line Hero!) to share more. Here’s Chris’s story.

I grew up a short rock’s throw away from the High Line Canal. In fact, the Canal filled our small pond a few times a year. Needless to say, the High Line Canal has played a key role in my growing up.

I started volunteering for Cycling Without Age Littleton as a pilot in June of 2020. A Pilot! Such a cool title for someone who gets the pleasure of taking one or two people out in our trishaw for an hour or two. What is a trishaw? A trishaw is a 3-wheeled e-bicycle that has a sit-down bench in the front of the bike. We take out those with mobility or stability problems and share an experience along one of the several trails / paths. Many of our older adults used to be very active but life has given them new limitations. With a trishaw experience, our passengers can feel the wind in their hair and experience things that more recently might have seemed less attainable.

I have a few favorite rides I like to take my passengers. The majority of our trishaw experiences begin at RiverPointe Senior Living. A short northbound ride on the Mary Carter Greenway and then a right on the Big Dry Creek Trail leads us to High Line Canal! Go north towards Quincy and we get to enjoy sprawling, unobstructed views of the Rocky Mountains. Go south and discover similar majestic mountain views towards deKoevend Park. There is nary a moment of a lack of conversation when we ride on the High Line Canal and enjoy these amazing views. I remember my passenger Molly just marveled over the beauty of a massive cottonwood tree and asked to stop for photos. We did. Of course, we did (photo attached). FYI, the trishaw ride from RiverPointe to Quincy along the High Line Canal is about a 2.5 hour round trip, all the while the passenger(s) is/are seated restfully and comfortably buckled up in the trishaw.

You do not need to be a resident of RiverPointe! Just note that is where most of our rides originate. To book a ride, please contact Jinny at (414) 861 – 4877. If you are interested in volunteering your time, contact Barb at (720) 231 – 6248. Fun fact: Barb and Jinny are sisters!

ABOUT CYCLING WITHOUT AGE

Cycling Without Age Littleton is a non-profit and 100% donation driven organization. That’s right. There is no charge to the passengers and our pilots are 100% volunteers. If this tugs at your heartstrings like it did mine, please consider a donation and allow us to continue to offering wind-in-the-hair experiences to all who are unable to do so themselves.

We are proud to protect and enhance a greenway that supports people across the Denver metro region. Help preserve this recreational and ecological for generations to come. Learn about our membership program.

Happy Summer!

It's hot outside but CWAL is keeping its cool taking passengers out on the trails! Passengers can request early mornings and later in the evenings to avoid the hottest parts of the day. With a growing number of active pilots (upwards of 30+!) and our multiple rigs, CWAL is ready to offer a FREE trishaw experience to any older adult or those less able-bodied! They will enjoy getting some sun on their (sunscreened) face and wind in their hair, all while sharing the much-needed human connection of being with others in nature.

Co-founder Barb Wins Senior Leadership Award!

Barb Lotze - 2022 Allen Buckingham Senior Leadership Legacy Award Recipient

As we all know, Barb Lotze, co-founder of CWAL is a tireless and positive champion of older adults. She volunteers every ounce of her free time toward CWAL's continued impact on this population, ensuring that more and more older adults and those who aren't able to themselves, can have wind in their hair experiences while connecting with nature and other people. CWAL has grown exponentially, thanks to Barb's enthusiastic vision - bringing trishaws to more and more senior living residences, conducting many birthday trishaw experiences, and attracting upwards of 40 volunteer pilots!

Barb also works full-time as an Integrated Health Specialist for Aviant Healthcare, providing one-to-one care for patients and their families through their life journeys, educating them on what palliative and hospice care offers.

The Colorado Council on Aging took notice and are awarding Barb with the prestigious Allen Buckingham Senior Leadership Legacy Award. Allen M.A. Buckingham served on the Colorado Commission on Aging from 1986 to 1998. The Commission's annual Senior Legacy Award was awarded posthumously to Allen in December 1998 and the event was renamed in his honor. Allen served on the national AARP Board of Directors, as regional director of the Region VIII U.S. Administration on Aging, and held other key positions during his career. Allen promoted the needs of older persons, especially that they live in dignity, have freedom and choice, and realize full and active participation in their society.

The presentation will take place on June 16th at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs.

We can't think of a more deserving person of this honor - we are so proud of you, Barb - congratulations and we know you will keep up the good work!

Introducing Concordia at Clement Park!

CWAL Expanding to Another Location!

Come experience beautiful Clement Park and its surrounding pathways in Jefferson County, not far from our Riverpointe location!

Check Out Concordia's Clement Park!

Let Jinny our Master Scheduler know you'd like to try a Concordia trishaw experience at Clement Park: take in great mountain views, ride around the beautiful lake and experience everything from a giant skateboard park to expansive fields and playgrounds. Spend a few moments visiting the Columbine Memorial and roll along the nearby greenbelt weaving among the lovely, well-kept neighborhoods.

CYCLING WITHOUT AGE LITTLETON

CYCLING WITHOUT AGE LITTLETON

High Line Canal Conservancy Features CWAL

High Line Canal: A Place for Wind in the Hair

Happy Summer!

Co-founder Barb Wins Senior Leadership Award!

Barb Lotze - 2022 Allen Buckingham Senior Leadership Legacy Award Recipient

Introducing Concordia at Clement Park!

CWAL Expanding to Another Location!

Check Out Concordia's Clement Park!

CWAL Featured on Channel 7!

King Soopers Community Rewards Program - Support CWAL!

Our Partners

CYCLING WITHOUT AGE LITTLETON

CYCLING WITHOUT AGE LITTLETON

High Line Canal Conservancy Features CWAL

High Line Canal: A Place for Wind in the Hair

Happy Summer!

Co-founder Barb Wins Senior Leadership Award!

Barb Lotze - 2022 Allen Buckingham Senior Leadership Legacy Award Recipient

Introducing Concordia at Clement Park!

CWAL Expanding to Another Location!

Check Out Concordia's Clement Park!

CWAL Featured on Channel 7!

Connect With Us

King Soopers Community Rewards Program - Support CWAL!

Our Partners

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