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B2 Columbia Gorge News Wednesday, May 5, 2021 May Street Elementary bike train participants gather at the school. www.columbiagorgenews.com The advent of electric bikes has broadened the op- portunities for commuting by bicycle, said Jodie Gates, manager of Oregon E-Bikes, local sponsor of this year’s Walk and Roll Challenge. “Distance, terrain, weather and fitness aren’t prohibitive with an e-bike, even in hilly Hood River,” she said. “And not having to think about parking is the cherry on top.” No matter what kind of bike you might pedal, Gates added, “There’s just the joy of it all — how wonderful it feels to leave your car behind and be outside on your bike more every day.” ••• A daily bike train is al- ready chugging along on the Heights, bringing children to and from the school day at May Street Elementary. With two parents on bikes as Kyle Ramey photo “conductor” and “caboose” escorts, kids can safely ride their bikes to school, learn- ing smart routes, improving their skills and getting some fresh air and exercise along the way. Seven-year-old Hazel Oaks is an enthusiastic member of the bike train, said her mother, Laurel Oaks. “She’s a really active Development District, which kid, and this is a great way to get some wiggles out before is hosting the challenge school,” said Oaks, who also with Commute Options, a serves as one of the volun- transportation advocacy teer conductors. group. Prizes include Flow Without the train, though, Yoga passes, electric bike rentals from Oregon E-Bikes, she’s not comfortable letting Hazel ride on her gift cards for Sunshine Mill own through the Heights Winery, a stay at Wallowa Business District. “Twelfth Lake Lodge and more. and 13th make me nervous. Participation is free; sign up at www.commuteoptions. Especially in the morning, the traffic moves awfully fast. org/walk-n-roll-get-there. Cycling activities get rolling for May Bike Month Lassen ■ By For Tina May Bike Month Grade schoolers join a “bike train” to ride safely to May Street school. Parents earn prizes by cycling to work. And more Hood River kids discover the joys of biking, thanks to local bike donation programs. It’s all part of May Bike Month, celebrating the many benefits of getting outside and getting around by bike. Communities around the country participate in Bike Month, typically hosting group rides, contests and other events to showcase how bicycling improves health, reduces traffic, leads to cleaner air, and enriches lives and communities. In Hood River and Wasco counties, the Walk and Roll Challenge runs throughout May, a friendly competition to encourage commuting to work on foot, bicycle or oth- er means besides a personal vehicle. The more trips partici- pants log during the month, the more chances they have to have to win priz- es, said Kathy Fitzpatrick, mobility manager for the Mid-Columbia Economic That’s why this is such a cool option for kids and parents.” May Street bike trains depart from two locations. They pick up students at multiple stops in two Heights neighborhoods — one west of 13th Street, the other east of Rosauers Supermarket — where there are barriers that prevent children from safely biking to school on their own. After school, another train escorts them home. Parents can see a map with designated stops and times on the May Street PTO Facebook page. Organizers Megan and Kyle Ramey hope that, with enough volunteer escorts, the bike train will continue its daily runs throughout the school year. ••• For families in need of a bike, Thrive Hood River is partnering with Wy’east Middle School for its second annual Kids Bike Giveaway. In 2020, the program gave 13 new bikes to kids in Hood River County, along with hel- mets provided by Providence Hood River. With fundrais- ing help from community organizations like Hood River Area Trail Stewards, Wy’east Middle School’s Bike Club and Outride, the Kids Bike Giveaway hopes to meet its 2021 goal of 10 new mountain bikes for Wy’east students. To learn more about obtaining a bike or to donate, contact info@ thrivehoodriver.org. Bike train video: Watch May Street students ride to school at twitter.com/BIKABOUT/status/1387423385722908675?s=20. Spring Scene Jacob Lockman Jacob Lockman wins national Elks scholarship Mt. Adams Elks Lodge No. 1868 in White Salmon has an- nounced Jacob Lockman, a senior at Columbia High School in White Salmon is the first place male winner of the Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship. More than 23,000 students applied for the Elks National Foundation’s Most Valuable Student scholarship, but only 20 interviewed for the six top awards of up to $50,000, said a press release. On April 23-24, the 2021 Top 20 Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student National Finalists met virtually. Scholars from Washington to Pennsylvania tuned in for virtual meetings. Lockman was sponsored by Mt. Adams Elks Lodge No. 1868 and has secured a $50,000 scholarship to be used during his undergraduate career. To qualify, Lockman first had to place first, second, or third at the local level, before advancing to the national competition. He placed first locally and will also be awarded $1,000 from the Mt. Adams Elks Lodge. The Elks National Foundation will award a total of $2.44 million to this year’s finalists, according to a press release. Reader Linda McNaughton shares this photo of pear trees in full bloom in her Parkdale orchard. Have a photo to share? 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Linda McNaughton photo Trout Lake School announces term 3 honor roll An asterisk (*) indicates 4.0 Seniors: *Tyler Collins, *Angela Jaco, *Liam McLaughlin, *Clara McMahon, Rhiannon Evans, Marisol Ramirez, Samantha Keller, Evan Tattersall, Yuli Avila-Padilla, Jacqui Cortez Juniors: *Wynsome Painter, Joshua Keller, Em Lopez-Caudillo, Carme Brown, Cynthia Juarez Mandujano, Sean Rubesh, Nevaeh Anderson, Lilly Schmid, Alex VanLaar, Carson Lanz Sophomores: *Trevor Collins, *Willa McLoughlin, Brenna Koester, Nia Burtchaell Norman, Gracie Lehrmann, Landon Heberling, Owen Tattersall, Elizabeth Nelson, Kennady Wurzer, Marik Klampe, Malyssa Padilla, Emma Miller, Ronan Day, Thomas Goodson Freshman: *Evelyn Huff, Zandra Bakken, Laurel Wickwire, Klayton Schmid , Alex Lopez-Caudillo, Jon Kendrick, Gabriella Basch, Josue Rico, Eli VanDeHey, Eighth grade: *Violette Anderson, *Grace Wiltermood, Basil Nelson, Gael Fuentes, Nancy Painter, Nathan Ramirez, Gael Ramirez, Kinsley Lanz, Anna Rubesh, Sawyer Dean, Jasper Flitcraft, Hannah Schmid, Yusvi Verdugo Lopez, Chiron Crockett, Shelby Knight, Grant Lehrmann, Rowan Shuman Seventh grade: *Rowen Huff, *Claire Zimmerman, Kiley Braun, Aymee Jimenez Lopez, Emanuel Casarez-Zapien, Jayden Kusky, Lilah Day, Jade McLean, Quinn Harty, Adrianna Daron, Teegan Lindseth Sixth grade: *Elsa Wickwire, Eden Anderson, Kenzy Glines, Faith Erickson, Anrig, Sofiana Ruiz is Hiring Mt Hood Forest Products compensation and benefits include: Competive wage Paid Time Off Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription Insurance offered Life Insurance 401K Traditional/Roth Up to 4% 401K company contribution match Mt Hood Forest Products LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Mt Hood Forest Products lumber facility in Hood River, Oregon is expanding additional shift production. We are looking to fill multiple positions in our fast paced lumber mill for both day and night shifts. If interested in any of these positions please apply: • • • • • • • • • DLI Operator Twin Horizontal Gang Gang Edger Operator Single Resaw Single Resaw Helper Tipple Operator Tipple Helper Hula Saw Planerman • Planer lnfeed Helper • Sorter Bin Chaser • Stacker • Strapper • Forklift Driver • Log Yard Operator/ Equipment Operator • Millwright/Mechanic • Chain Puller Full job descriptions and required application can be obtained at the main office located at 4865 Hwy 35 Hood River, OR 97031. Job postings can also be found on Indeed.com