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2023 Vision Zero Audit
The DC Auditor released a report on March 16th highlighting some of the hurdles that DC has experienced while trying to meet Vision Zero goals.
Blog Post: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on March 28, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on March 28, 2023.
Newsletter: Pollen
The Mayor’s budget, new Capital Bikeshare fleet, and more.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 24, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 24, 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.
Mindful like Marvin: Marvin Gaye Trail Tour
Trail Rangers Marvin Gaye Trail Tour with Radiance Basden
Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on March 21, 2023.
Blog Post, Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on March 21, 2023.
Meetup
Thank Pro-Bike, Pro-Pedestrian Legislative Leaders in Maryland
The 2023 Maryland legislative session so far has been filled with important pro-bike and pro-pedestrian bills thanks to our champions in Annapolis!
Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on January 8, 2024.
Action Alert, Blog Post:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on January 8, 2024.
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.
Submit comments about planned rehab for the Suitland Parkway Trail!
Weigh in on the proposed concepts for trail rehab and improvements from the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) by Friday, March 31st.
Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 13, 2023.
Action Alert, Blog Post:
Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on June 13, 2023.
Let’s put a park on Little Falls Parkway AND boost roadway safety!
Please tell the Montgomery County Planning Board and Montgomery Parks that you support creating a “linear park” in the repurposed lanes.
Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on May 10, 2023.
Action Alert, Blog Post:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on May 10, 2023.
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.
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.
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.
We’re hiring! DC Trail Rangers
Do you love being outdoors and connecting with people? Want to be part of a collaborative trail team in DC, and be paid to engage with folks about trails and fix trails?
Join our team!
Blog Post: Last updated by Nick Mariotti on April 1, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Nick Mariotti
on April 1, 2024.
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.
Cleverhood
20% off!
Blog Post: Last updated by Anna McCormally on May 22, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Anna McCormally
on May 22, 2024.
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.
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.
Weekly Newsletter: January 27th, 2023
E-bikes, Ducks vs Disney Songs,
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 15, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 15, 2023.
Most e-bikes are now allowed on DC’s off-street trails
In December, DDOT updated the rules for operating e-bikes in DC. The most significant change officially allows e-bikes that travel up to 20 mph on DC’s off-street trails.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 27, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 27, 2023.
New: Get our weekly newsletter!
When to Stop | Welcome Changes | Car Brain Is Real | Dangerous Roads Are A Policy Choice | A Route Idea for the Weekend
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 17, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 17, 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.
Major Strides Building DC’s Low Stress Network
2022 was a big year for expanding DC’s Low Stress Network! Read about some of the community advocate driven campaigns and successes from the past year.
Blog Post: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 25, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on January 25, 2023.
Our priorities on Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda
Streets that don’t kill people are more important than streets that move cars quickly. Period. Since 2019, two teenagers (Jacob Cassell and Enzo Alvarenga) have died biking on the sidewalks of MD-187/Old Georgetown Road. This fall, residents, advocates (including WABA), the victims’ families, state and county lawmakers called on SHA to make immediate changes to […]
Blog Post: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 4, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on January 4, 2023.
WABA announces new funding from the Langenkamp family.
We are deeply grateful to Dan Langenkamp for his courageous leadership in a time of profound tragedy, and to everyone that donated to his GoFundMe campaign, participated in the Ride for Life, and supported the Langenkamp family.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on December 22, 2022.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on December 22, 2022.
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.
Support Protected Bike Lanes on Old Georgetown Road
Speak up in support of SHA’s plan for protected bike lanes and traffic calming on Old Georgetown Road.
Action Alert, Blog Post: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on January 8, 2024.
Action Alert, Blog Post:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on January 8, 2024.
Four local organizations who received WABA community grants!
In the summer 2022, WABA launched a small grants program to fund community initiatives that align with WABA’s mission, vision, and values. We awarded funds to support the work of several organizations around the District.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 20, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 20, 2023.