A wheelie fun morning for families to enjoy a picnic in the park, play nature spotto along the bike track, get crafty, learn how to repair bikes, try your luck in our 'guess the punctures' competition, and discover some or all of the 8km Gawler Rivers Path - Tapa Pariara. Each child receives a goody bag to inspire your continued enjoyment of bike riding through nature.
10:00 am Ride to Apex Park along the Gawler Rivers Path - Tapa Pariara to meet the library for bicycle themed activities.
10:30 am Enjoy stories and songs on the theme while enjoying a picnic morning tea. (Fruit provided or BYO)
10:50am Launch of our Street Library (take a book to keep or give a book away)
11am - 12 noon Learn how to fix your punctures with members of the Gawler Repair Café.
11am - 12 noon Have fun decorating your bike at one of the activity stations.
Please book with individual names for each ticket.
Please see the additional information below to assist your bike ride planning.
Map of the Gawler Rivers Path - Tapa Pariara bike track.
Suggested car parking locations to begin your ride:
- Deadman's Pass Reserve : Car parking, toilets and picnic facilities. Distance to Apex Park approx. 700m
- Gawler Sport and Community Centre : Car parking, toilets, ovals. Distance to Apex Park approx. 2 kms
- Clonlea Park : Car parking, toilets, dog park, skate park, tennis courts. Distance to Apex Park approx. 4 kms
There is also parking available at Apex Park along Julian Terrace for those wanting short rides.
For those interested in riding further, please make use of this map to explore the paths to Gawler's Parks and Gardens .
Bike Hire is available from the Gawler Visitor Information Centre.
Follow the link for a description of the Uncool Cycling Club's ride along these paths.
