Author: Colin Browne
Take Action to Reverse the Mayor’s Transportation Cuts
Your voice matters today! Ask your Councilmembers to reverse the Mayor’s transportation cuts.
Action Alert: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on June 1, 2023.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on June 1, 2023.
We’re hiring: Events and Business Partnerships Manager
Are you an extrovert who loves bringing people together through a fantastic event? Do you thrive when problem solving, relish running an impeccably organized process, and like a mix of desk and on-your-feet work? Do you want a job where you’ll be connecting people and businesses to a cause?
Blog Post: Last updated by Nick Mariotti on April 14, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Nick Mariotti
on April 14, 2023.
San Mar Great Bicycle Tour
A 184.5-mile fully supported bicycle tour along the C&O Canal! Make lifelong connections among some of the most beautiful natural sights in the area, all while supporting San Mar Family & Community Services, a nonprofit that provides services to children, families, and our local community since 1883.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 22, 2023.
Event
July 8-11
C&O Towpath
Event
July 8-11, C&O Towpath
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 22, 2023.
Ride - Paid Listing
BellRinger shares bright future for ride to end cancer
BellRinger unites community to end cancer with Georgetown University (sponsored post)
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 17, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 17, 2023.
Newsletter: Consult Your Dentist Before Reading
The DC Auditor’s report on Vision Zero, name a new trail, and more
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 24, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 24, 2023.
Girls In Gear
Girls in Gear weekly sessions blend social-emotional learning with bike-riding for girls 5+. All abilities are welcome.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 17, 2023.
Event
Events all through April
DC and Virginia
Event
Events all through April, DC and Virginia
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 17, 2023.
Ride
Climate Ride: Green Fondo Virginia
A 3-day fundraising cycling adventure through the Shenandoah, suporting your favorite bike advocacy group!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 17, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 17, 2023.
Ride - Partner Event
Newsletter: Flowers, Signups, Tacos
The best flowers you can see from your bike.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Cap2Cap
The 18th annual Cap2Cap on the Virginia Capital Trail is a multi-distance supported ride open to all levels.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 3, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 3, 2023.
Ride - Paid Listing
Bike to Work Day 2023
It’s the best commute of the year!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 3, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 3, 2023.
Ride - Partner Event
Newsletter: Bike Parking and Reclaiming Space
What if, instead of half a million dollars in police overtime, all you needed for an Open Streets event was some friends and a football?
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 24, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 24, 2023.
In Conversation: Black History and Transportation
Join WABA’s Jonathan Stafford and the Cameroon American Council’s Sylvie Bello for a conversation about the intersection of Black History and Transportation
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 24, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 24, 2023.
Meetup - Partner Event
WABA Announces the Bega Memorial Fund for Bicycling Safety
The Bega Fund will bring new bike education classes to Prince George’s County and support WABA’s advocacy work for safer streets in Maryland.
Blog Post: Last updated by Anna McCormally on February 21, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Anna McCormally
on February 21, 2023.
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.
Ride to End ALZ
Grab your bike and join us for Ride to End ALZ Nation’s Capital Sunday, May 7. #ENDALZ
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 16, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 16, 2023.
Ride - Paid Listing
New Ave Bikeway District Connector & MBT First Draft Design Reveal
The City of Takoma Park is working on two new bike safety projects. You’re invited to join City staff and their consulting team for a virtual, informational meeting to unveil the first draft design ideas. Share your thoughts, offer your feedback, and help make these bikeways the best they can possibly be!
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 13, 2023.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 13, 2023.
Meetup
Meet Seth Grimes, our new Maryland Organizer!
Activist Seth Grimes has joined WABA’s Advocacy Team, to advance biking and pedestrian infrastructure and safety in Maryland.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 10, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 10, 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.
Meet Ken, our new Development and Membership Manager!
Hi everyone! I’m Ken Reichmann and I’m the new Development and Membership Manager!
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 9, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 9, 2023.
Speak up for a Safer Tuckerman Lane
This one-year pilot project will reduce Tuckerman Ln from 4 lanes to 2 between Old Georgetown and Rockville Pike to reduce speeds and improve safety at the Trolley Trail Crossing
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 9, 2023.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 9, 2023.
Meetup
DC Bike Ride
Join thousands of riders on the region’s biggest social bike ride designed for all levels and ages! Take over 20 miles of car-free streets filled with epic views, live music, and flavor stations. FREE registration for kids and affordable bike rentals are available.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 14, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 14, 2023.
Ride - Paid Listing
Citizen’s Poplar Point Listening Session
Learn about Poplar Point and share thoughts on proposed plans with DC Director of Real Estate, Sarosh Olpadwala.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 7, 2023.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 7, 2023.
Meetup - Partner Event
Two for the Trails Cleanup: Anacostia Park
Join the Anacostia Riverkeepers for a cleanup at Anacostia Park and help stop trash from entering the river!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 7, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 7, 2023.
Meetup - Partner Event
Citizen’s Listening Session: Kenilworth Park Landfill Site
Share feedback on the District’s redevelopment plans for Kenilworth Park North, a subset of the Landfill Site.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 10, 2023.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 10, 2023.
Meetup - Partner Event
BellRinger
A top-notch, fully supported Ride from Georgetown University into scenic Maryland. Gear up for live music, great food, a scenic ride through Maryland, and your biggest fans cheering you on as you Ride to end cancer. Pick between 25, 50, and 100 mile routes and commit to raise funds for cancer research.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 3, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 3, 2023.
Ride - Paid Listing
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.
Park Space For People on Little Falls Parkway
If you have noticed the changes near the Capital Crescent Trail and want to see more usable park space here, show up, learn about the plan, and speak up!
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 10, 2023.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 10, 2023.
Meetup
Support Safer Intersections in Virginia
The Bicycle Safety Stop will make for better, safer bicycling in the Commonwealth
Action Alert: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 30, 2023.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 30, 2023.
Trail Ranger Coffee Hour
Join the Trail Rangers for a cup of coffee on the Met Branch Trail!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 30, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 30, 2023.
Meetup
Trail Ranger Coffee Hour
Join the Trail Rangers for a cup of coffee on the Met Branch Trail!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 30, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 30, 2023.
Meetup