Monthly Hang

Monthly Hang at Ping Tom Park (Chinatown)

May

The main idea is to hang with the Out Our Front Door community and welcome new folks that are interested in riding or volunteering with OOFD. It is a fun, chill, casual time to socialize and hangout/have a good time.

Come meet some of the OOFD crew, ask questions, figure out ways to get involved, ask your questions about bike adventures and camping.

At 8:00pm, we will briefly gather round for some very brief announcements.An OOFD Volunteer will highlight a couple upcoming events, share a fun fact about the ecology or history of our location, and point out other OOFD guides in attendance, so everyone knows the faces of some friendly folks who are happy to answer questions about anything Out Our Front Door.

Backup Location: Skylark. *Decision to move the Hang to the back-up location will be determined in the afternoon of the Hang depending on if the weather is no good for hanging outdoors. If the weather is looking to be wet, keep an eyeon social media for the audible to the indoor backup bar.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to already be a volunteer or have ridden withOOFD to come?

Definitely not! We have lots of new folks come out each month.And lots of folks that have been a part of the org for some years. So its alwaysa lovely mix of brand new faces, somewhat new faces, and some faces that have beenaround a while.

2. Do I need to bring anything?

Nope. A curious mind and willingness to say hi to someone newis always a plus, but not required. For the outdoor hangs, feel free to bring yourown beverage, snack, or chair/picnic blanket.

3. Who can come?

Anyone. Welcoming is our core value number one. As long as we're not in a 21+ venue, kids arewelcome as are animals. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions about accommodations if you an adaptive need.

Monthly Hang

Monthly Hang at Ping Tom Park (Chinatown)

May

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Radical Inclusivity

Our number one value at Out Our Front Door is to be Welcoming. And we often think, talk, and act on that through something we call Radical Inclusivity.

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Radical Inclusivity and Non‑Discrimination Statement

We at Out Our Front Door believe in the radical inclusion of all people on our bike camping trips. Regardless of your race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, economic status, or even the types of bikes you ride, we want you rollin’ with us. We want everyone to feel welcome. As a participant of an Out Our Front Door event, you are inherently agreeing to Ride and Let Ride.

If you exhibit any micro-aggressions observed by leaders, such as being judgmental of another’s bike, touring experience/skill, mansplaining, or generally being unfriendly you will be politely yet firmly corrected by OOFD leaders. If you commit any serious offense such as repeated unwanted flirtation, sexual harassment, overt racism, etc., you will be asked to leave the tour without a refund and will no longer be welcomed on future rides.

If you feel you are a victim of any of the above or have observed it, please raise the issue with one of our ride leaders, and they will handle the issue accordingly and with appropriate discretion.

We have this policy in place because we want everyone to feel safe and welcome. Out Our Front Door is an open community of bike campers, and we will forever work to bring all sorts of folks into the fold. Thank you for being a positive contributor to that community.

Land Acknowledgement

We recognize that every path we travel is on Native land, and we offer this land acknowledgment with respect for those who came before us.

Read our statement

Land Acknowledgement

Chicago is the traditional homeland of the Council of the Three Fires: The Odawa, Ojibwe, and Potawatomi Nations. Many other Tribes like the Miami, Ho-Chunk, Sac, and Fox also called this area home. Located at the intersection of several great waterways, the land naturally became a site of travel and healing for many Tribes. American Indians continue to call this area home, and now Chicago is home to the third largest Urban American Indian community that still practices their heritage traditions and cares for the land and waterways. Today, Chicago continues to be a place that calls many people from diverse backgrounds to live and gather.

This land acknowledgment is from the American Indian Center of Chicago.

Monthly Hang

Monthly Hang at Ping Tom Park (Chinatown)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to already be a volunteer or have ridden withOOFD to come?

2. Do I need to bring anything?

3. Who can come?

Monthly Hang at Ping Tom Park (Chinatown)

Radical Inclusivity

Radical Inclusivity and Non‑Discrimination Statement

Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

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