April Virginia Advocacy Updates

We’ve got you covered with a full calendar of events to celebrate Bike Month. 

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 28, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 28, 2023.

 

Advocacy Roundup Spring 2023

During these past few months, our advocacy team was busy collaborating with partners and volunteers on the ground—racking up some major victories to make our transportation system more sustainable for all road users. Check out our winter roundup, which includes info on campaign updates, the building of new coalitions, upcoming events and actions, and more!

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on April 19, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on April 19, 2023.

 

LAST CALL: Building the Best-Possible Long Bridge

Share your feedback on the updated Long Bridge design by April 10.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 14, 2023.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 14, 2023.

 

Hundreds of people speak up for a better Long Bridge

Hundreds of people spoke up to ask for a better design for Long Bridge. This bicycle and pedestrian connection across the Potomac River is a critical connection that could connect Long Bridge Park in Arlington with the Southwest Waterfront in DC.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 21, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 21, 2023.

 

Trail Connections for a New Long Bridge

DDOT wants feedback on possible plans for a new train bridge across the Potomac River. This is a once in a century opportunity for a new, high-quality trail connection between popular DC and Arlington trails.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 21, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 21, 2023.

 

Advocacy Roundup Winter 2023

During these past few months, our advocacy team was busy collaborating with partners and volunteers on the ground—racking up some major victories to make our transportation system more sustainable for all road users. Check out our winter roundup, which includes info on campaign updates, the building of new coalitions, upcoming events and actions, and more!

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on March 13, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jeremiah Lowery on March 13, 2023.

 

Long Bridge Public Engagement Pop-Up

VPRA is hosting several events to share details & solicit input from the local community on the Long Bridge Project.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 9, 2023.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on March 9, 2023.

 

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Newsletter: Flowers, Signups, Tacos

In honor of the official Peak Cherry Blossom announcement, here are the best flowers you can see from your bike: Things to Do: Want this handy summary in your inbox every Friday? Subscribe! Recent happenings:  A Fun Route Idea for the Weekend: The nice people at District Bridges have put together a Tour de Taco. […]

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 3, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on March 3, 2023.

 

Capital Trails Coalition Newsletter: Winter 2023

Check out a snippet of what we’ve been up to so far this year.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on March 1, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on March 1, 2023.

 

Long Bridge Public Engagement Pop-Up

VPRA is hosting several events to share details & solicit input from the local community on the Long Bridge Project.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on February 28, 2023.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on February 28, 2023.

 

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Long Bridge Public Engagement Pop-Up

VPRA is hosting several events to share details & solicit input from the local community on the Long Bridge Project.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on February 28, 2023.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on February 28, 2023.

 

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Long Bridge Public Engagement Pop-Up

VPRA is hosting several events to share details & solicit input from the local community on the Long Bridge Project.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on February 28, 2023.

Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on February 28, 2023.

 

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Newsletter: Connectivity & Complexity

Long cuesheets, bumpy sidewalks, public meetings, and a scavenger hunt.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on February 17, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on February 17, 2023.

 

Newsletter: The past is real.

Trash fires, human geography, rain gear, and a really nice ride suggestions.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on February 15, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on February 15, 2023.

 

Newsletter: The legacy of Stan the Sinkhole

Trail Cleanups, Improvements coming for the Suitland Parkway Trail and 11th St NW, and more.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on February 9, 2023.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on February 9, 2023.

 

Rebuilding the Mount Vernon Trail for the 21st Century

At this point, everything is on the table and NPS wants to know what YOU think trail improvements should look like.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 19, 2023.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 19, 2023.

 

Big Dreams = Big Change You Can Ride Your Bike On

What does your dream bikeable neighborhood look like? Protected bike lanes that take you wherever you need to go, so you don’t have to worry about navigating high-speed roads alongside heavy traffic? Trails that create a green haven in the middle of the city, turning an errand or commute into a chance to spend time […]

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on November 22, 2022.

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on November 22, 2022.

 

2022 Membership Drive

WABA members are at the forefront of our fight for a transportation system that works for everyone in the region. Your membership allows us to achieve our mission of empowering people to ride bikes, build connections and transform places.

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 16, 2022.

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Sept 20 - Oct 3

Everywhere!

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Sept 20 - Oct 3, Everywhere!

Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 16, 2022.

 

Meetup - WABA Signature Event

RAISE Grants fund two critical trail projects

Federal dollars will move the Long Bridge bike/ped span and theSouth Capital Street Tail forward.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 23, 2022.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 23, 2022.

 

Let’s get the Long Bridge right.

Speak up for a bike-ped bridge that’s wide enough for everyone.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on August 3, 2022.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on August 3, 2022.

 

Advocacy Roundup Summer 2022

This summer, we hope you had the opportunity to ride and enjoy recently completed protected bike lane and trail projects throughout the region!

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 1, 2022.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 1, 2022.

 

Comment on the Long Bridge Bike/Ped Span Survey

Improve the Long Bridge design for the bike/pedestrian span by calling for a wider bridge in a VPRA feedback survey.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on July 20, 2022.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on July 20, 2022.

 

Long Bridge Trail Update Public Meeting

Learn the latest updates on the future DC to Virginia trail bridge and insist on a gold-standard, wide design.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan on June 8, 2022.

Action Alert, Event last updated by Garrett Hennigan on June 8, 2022.

 

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Bicycling made 2020 a little better.

During the pandemic, this community brought the joy of bicycling to more people than ever before— and made our region a better place to bike in a time when we really needed it.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 4, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 4, 2020.

 

Virginia Advocacy Roundup

As we continue to virtually organize from our homes, the WABA advocacy team has made it a priority this year to remain engaged in the push to achieve Vision Zero and complete our bike and trail network in Northern Virginia.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 4, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 4, 2020.

 

March 2020 Advocacy Update

Working to reopen river crossings, mitigate trail crowding, and ensure that emergency planning keeps people safe even if they can’t afford cars.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2020.

 

Long Bridge Bike-Ped Crossing Moves Forward

Submit your comments and show your support for the Long Bridge bike-ped crossing.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 30, 2020.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 30, 2020.

 

The icing on the donut: Cider Ride 2019

Cider Ride couldn’t have happened on a more perfect autumn day this year.

Blog Post last updated by Carm Saimbre on January 8, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Carm Saimbre on January 8, 2020.

 

Better bridges = better bike rides

Let’s make our river crossings something more than sidewalks.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 20, 2019.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on December 20, 2019.

 

Boundary Channel Drive Interchange Open House

Learn about a new trail connection between Long Bridge Drive and the Mount Vernon Trail.

Event last updated by Carm Saimbre on November 25, 2019.

Event last updated by Carm Saimbre on November 25, 2019.

 

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