Speak up for better biking
Things you can do right now for a safer, happier bike ride:
It’s time to raise DC’s insurance minimums
D.C.’s minimum auto insurance requirements haven’t changed in 40 years, leaving many crash victims unable to cover the high cost of medical care and recovery.
Support a Road Diet for Piney Branch Road in Springfield
FCDOT is considering changes to Piney Branch Rd during repaving to add buffered bike lanes and a center turn lane. Speak up in support by 5/9.
Provide Feedback on Edsall Road & Yoakum Parkway Corridor Concepts
Review and comment on the design concepts featuring new bike lanes on Edsall Road & Yoakum Parkway, before May 26th.
Share Thoughts on the Seminary West Safety Improvements
The west end of Seminary Road is being studied for safety improvements – share your thoughts by 5/19.
Let’s hang out!
Meet us for a ride, a public meeting, coffee, or a class:
Bike to Work Day!
May 15, 2025
It’s the best commute of the year is now on a Thursday!
Bike to Work Day Solidarity Ride
May 15, 2025
If you’re RIF’d, furloughed, laid off, or otherwise out of a job because of ~waves arms inarticulately~, come join us for an afternoon ride on Bike to Work Day.
Plan Forward: Shape the Future of Fairfax County
May 15, 2025
Comment on Fairfax County’s new countywide Policy Plan, including land use, housing, sustainability, & transportation.
Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Annual Meeting
May 16, 2025
Join the Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative annual meeting in Anacostia Park.
Learn to Ride
May 17, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 18, 2025
News & Updates
Here’s what we’ve been up to recently:
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Meet Taahira: WABA’s new Community Outreach and Coalitions Coordinator!
I am Taahira Thompson, and I am elated to be joining WABA as Community Outreach and Coalitions Coordinator.
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Recap: The 2025 Maryland Legislative Session
A summary of 2025 legislative wins and continuing efforts for better biking in Maryland.
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Letter: Fairfax Healthy Communities Calls on Dominion to Halt W&OD Trail Clear-Cutting
WABA’s joint letter calling on Dominion Energy halt clear-cutting along the W&OD Trail.
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It’s DC budget season. Here’s what to look forward to.
WABA testified at recent DC Council agency performance-oversight hearings, and we’re looking forward to testifying on the FY26 budget. Here’s a briefing and more.
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JOBS: DC Trail Rangers (Summer Seasonal Roles)
Do you love being outdoors, riding bikes, and connecting with people?
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Protected: Two Rivers Learn to Ride Photos
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