MetroFamily Magazine May June 2022

SPORTY PARENT

Mother’s Day Weekend • Oklahoma Bicycle Society’s Donut Ride Take a casual ride suitable for beginners and young riders at a pace of 8-10 mph for about 11 miles with a stop for refreshments at a local donut shop. May 7, 9-11am. Will Rogers Tennis Center Parking Lot, NW 36th St & Portland Ave Father’s Day Weekend • Oklahoma Bicycle Society’s Donut Ride See above for details! June 18, 9-11am • MetroFamily Kids Fest Enjoy FREE family fun, like

the newly opened Taco Nation . The mouth-watering Carnitas Tacos or Ancho-Lime Chicken Tacos are a must! Wash it down with an “Okie Sunset,” an aptly-named soda made with coconut, mango and grapefruit mix. End your day by watching the sunset from the top of the Wheeler Ferris Wheel , which was imported from the Santa Monica Pier (passes start at $6).

If your favorite Saturday activity includes waking up before the sun (and the kids!) to get a little sweat sesh in, you might be a “Sporty Parent.” Lace up those sneakers and load up your family for an urban adventure at

RIVERSPORT ! Day passes start around $40 and include activities such as the zip line, sky slides, white water rafting or kayaking, paddleboarding, biking and so much more. You can also choose single- activity passes to go surfing (yes, really)!

Once you’re all adventured out,

inflatables, family games, characters, vendor booths, crafts and a special Father’s Day activity. 10am-2pm. Scissortail Park, 300 SW 7th St

ride the bike trail over to Wheeler Park for some lunch or dinner at

STAY IN THE GAME Make healthy choices to keep your team together. oklahoma.gov/health

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