We’d like to invite you to join Meals on Onewheels Orange County 🍊(MOOW OC) in the Main Street USA Independence Day Parade in Corona, CA on Tuesday, July 4, 2023! 🇺🇸🛞💨 As a part of our unique program, you'll not only have an amazing time but also contribute to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness & at high risk for drug overdoses.
Meals on Onewheels provides street-based distribution of nutritious meals to the homeless population through community-driven events featuring Onewheels & other PEVs. Our Orange County 🍊 chapter is unique in that we incorporate harm reduction measures into all of our distribution efforts & outreach events. This includes providing life-saving supplies like Naloxone (Narcan), SSP services, & other essential items like hygiene products, clothing, bedding, & more. This chapter is managed by Harm Reduction Circle, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
We are looking to have between 10 & 25 Onewheel riders to join us to ride in the parade. 🇺🇸🛞💨 This is an opportunity to not only entertain the crowd with some Onewheel shenanigans 🤪 but also network with local businesses & riders & spread the word about the Meals on Onewheels initiative in Orange County! 🙌 Riders interested in participating in the Corona Independence Day Parade are encouraged to wear a quirky patriotic outfit 🤪 or rock some custom red, white, & blue MOOW swag we’ll be gifting each rider.
🇺🇸 Here's Everything You Need to Know to Join in the Parade July 4th: 🇺🇸
Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Time: Line Up at 8:15-8:30am, parade 9:00am to (approx.) 10:30am
Location: Line Up at 250 Pueblo Rd, Corona, CA 92882, then we’ll ride along the parade route down S Main St, ending at E Olive St (approx. 1.5 miles)
Optional: After the parade, we encourage riders to join us for a group lunch at the Chuck Wagon Bar & Cafe (1353 W 6th St, Corona, CA 92882) at 12:00pm (approx. 2 miles), followed by joining in the local festivities which include live live music at 5:00pm & fireworks after sunset.
Riders interested in participating are encouraged to visit our website to learn more & RSVP at tinyurl.com/OneWheelOC 🤙 We can't wait to see you at the Corona Independence Day Parade on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023! 🇺🇸🛞💨
What to Bring:
Make sure your Onewheel is charged & ready to roll (parade route approx. 1.5 miles, route to group lunch approx. 2 miles, route from group lunch to festivities approx. 3.2 miles)
Dress comfortably in attire suitable for riding your Onewheel. Riders are encouraged to wear a quirky patriotic outfit 🤪 As a special token of our appreciation, all participating riders will receive custom red, white, & blue MOOW OC swag!
Consider bringing sunscreen & a refillable water bottle to stay protected & hydrated throughout the parade.
Riders under the age of 13 must wear safety gear.
How to Sign Up:
Please RSVP by Saturday, July 1st on our website at tinyurl.com/OneWheelOC 🤙 or contacting us at OnewheelOC@HarmReductionCircle.org or for faster response, you can text Annastasia at +1 (949) 659-8180.
RSVP Deadline:
To ensure your participation, kindly RSVP no later than Saturday, July 1st.
Arrival Information:
Join us at 8:15-8:30am at 250 Pueblo Rd, Corona, CA 92882. Look out for the vibrant MOOW OC banner & fellow Onewheel riders, who will guide you through the process, we’ll provide accessories to ensure you are SWAGGED UP with patriotic gear, & will provide further instructions you’ll need for riding in the parade with MOOW OC!
Interactive Map:
Use the link below to access the complete interactive map on Google! https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1CulGGET6fuCo75WDvSGTLQUgZjayDKo&usp=sharing
Safety First:
Safety is our top priority. We encourage all riders to wear a helmet, & we require any riders under the age of 13 years old to wear a helmet & additional protective gear such as knee pads & wrist guards.
During the parade, ride on the right side of the road, follow the guidance of the parade marshals, & remain vigilant about traffic. We are required to maintain a general forward motion during the parade, but we can ride around freely within our group as we travel along the parade route.
Let's ride responsibly & adhere to traffic rules for the safety of all riders & spectators.
Join us as we ride into the July 4th Parade with energy, enthusiasm, & the true MOOW OC spirit! Together, we can create an unforgettable experience while making a meaningful impact on the Orange County community. Please RSVP by Saturday, July 1st on our website at tinyurl.com/OneWheelOC 🤙
Additional Information:
Participation in the parade is completely free of charge.
Limited parking options are available near the parade route. Plan to arrive early. Free parking may be available at Crossroads Christian Church (Enter off Ontario), Lee Pollard High School & surrounding community as posted.
In case of inclement weather, please stay tuned to the Facebook Event Page (https://fb.me/e/3CVmQ0ZgP) & Discord Chat (https://discord.gg/MgAXsQUR) for updates regarding the parade status.
For any questions or further information, feel free to reach out to us at at OnewheelOC@HarmReductionCircle.org or for faster response, you can text Annastasia at +1 (949) 659-8180.
Additional July 4th Festivities:
🤙 Group Lunch: You’re welcome to join us at 12:00pm for a group lunch at the Chuck Wagon Bar & Cafe (1353 W 6th St, Corona, CA 92882) which is (approx.) 2 miles from the end of the parade route.
🇺🇸 Festivities: Entertainment begins at 5:00pm including a headline performance by The Ravelers featuring all your Classic Rock favorites. (598 Santana Way, Corona, CA 92881) (approx. 3.2 miles from group lunch)
🎉 Fireworks: The celebration concludes with the eagerly anticipated firework show to occur at sundown. (598 Santana Way, Corona, CA 92881) (approx. 3.2 miles from group lunch)
Check out complete details, on the City of Corona website at www.CoronaCA.gov/July4
We hope you join us for this exhilarating event & celebrate Independence Day together & spread the message Meals on Onewheels OC message! We can't wait to see you there!
Riders are asked to RSVP no later than July 1st on our website at tinyurl.com/OneWheelOC 🇺🇸🤙 We can't wait to see you at the Corona Independence Day Parade on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023! 🇺🇸🛞💨
Sponsors:
Meals on Onewheels
Future Motion
Panera Bread
Harm Reduction Circle
Sponsorship inquiries should send an email to OnewheelOC@HarmReductionCircle.org or & if you'd like to support our cause another way, we do accept donations at tinyurl.com/DonateMOOWOC 😇🫶
Rules and Guidelines From Parade Organizers:
Rules and Guidelines are to ensure the safety and maintain the quality of the parade. Failure to abide by these Rules and Guidelines, along with those presented in the Parade Information Packet, may result in the entry's removal from the parade and exclusion from future parades:
Forward Motion Parade: All entries are required to maintain a continuous forward motion during the parade. No stopping to perform or take pictures anywhere along the parade route.
Handouts, Candy, or Favors: If you are handing out candy or other items, it must be done by a person walking the parade route along the curb. Handouts must not slow down the parade. Please have all handouts ready; if you notice that you are falling be- hind the unit in front of you, stop distributing handouts until you have caught up again. Throwing of candy, passing out gum, throwing confetti, and use of water guns and water shooting devices are strictly prohibited. This is for the safety of all spec- tators. Please make all of your entry participants aware of this policy as it will be strictly enforced and violators will be removed from the parade route.
Identification Signs and Decorations: Identification banners or signage are required for entries in the parade. The banners or signs should take into consideration the patri- otic theme. Decorative materials must be non-combustible or flame retardant. This includes straw or hay bales. Please be prepared to show proof of flame retardant rating on the day of the parade.
Types of Entries Considered: Marching musical units, vehicles, floats, marching (walk- ers) or specialty units, equestrian/animal units, and drill/dance teams are all encouraged to apply. Walking participants must be 5 years of age or older. There must be at least one adult escort for every six children under the age of 13 years. Young children riding on a float must have adult supervision on and around the float.
Participant Age Restrictions: Walking participants must be 5 years of age or older. There must be at least one adult escort for every six children under the age of 13 years. Young children riding on a float must have adult supervision on and around the float.
Safety Regulations: Shooting of firearms, use of firearms, fireworks, or firecrackers is strictly prohibited (CMC 948 and 12.24.w.).
Liability Waiver: The undersigned parade participant acknowledges that (s)he has read, understands, and agrees to abide by all rules/guidelines governing the City of Corona Main Street USA Independence Day Parade. The undersigned parade participant also hereby assumes all liability for and shall indemnify and hold harmless the City of Corona from and against any loss, damage or injury, which may be sus- tained by any person as a result of participation in this event, and releases the City of Corona, it's elected officers, agents, employees, and volunteers from any and all claims for such loss, damage, or injury sustained by the undersigned, as an individual or representing the named group. Photos may be taken during the parade. These photos may be used in promotional material for the City.
Script for Parade Entry:"Meals + Onewheels + Harm Reduction! Meals on Onewheels OC combines community-based food distribution with mobile street harm reduction outreach & utilizes Onewheels to efficiently provide free life-saving harm reduction supplies to combat the opioid epidemic. Learn more & get involved at Harm ReductionCircle.org"
QUESTIONS/SPONSORSHIP INQUIRY:
Meals on Onewheels™ is not affiliated with Future Motion Inc., the makers of Onewheel™. Onewheel™ is a registered trademark of Future Motion Inc.