Prince George’s County Advocacy Update

For WABA Advocacy in Prince George’s County, community engagement is job #1. Below you’ll find updates and upcoming activities to support safe streets and a bicycle-friendly community.  Prince George’s County Bike…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

Cautious Optimism on Connecticut Ave, and other Advocacy Opportunities

…the people of DC. Thanks to your hard work and advocacy, we have movement; the Committee on Transportation and the Environment released their FY25 budget markups last week, and there…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 


27
Sep,
2024

WABA’s 2024 Ward 7 & 8 Council Questionnaires and Forum Recordings

…primary race DC Council candidates from Wards 7 and 8—which addressed issues such as expanding our protected bike lane network in DC, funding to complete our trail network, open streets,…

Blog Post, Event, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Friday, September 27, 2024

Blog Post, Event, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

Advocacy Round-up: Spring 2024

…4 pm-6 pm in College Park. Click for more Info & to RSVP. [ONGOING] Red Line Summer Construction -> Bike Commuting Support! Join other bicyclists to commute by bike during…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

WABA Prince George’s County Advocacy 2024 Update #3

…students will take part in the program. They will work in pairs to conduct outreach to school and community leaders and fellow students, again to educate the community on vulnerable…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

WABA in Montgomery County: Summer meetups, prepping our state legislative agenda, and more…

…to organize bike commuting from/to several county locations for Metro DC Car Free Day on September 23, 2024. Focus #4: Complete Streets, ‘Context Driven,’ and State Projects A WABA-led safety…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

Virginia July Update: We’re WIEHLE close to a * sweet * new bike/ped bridge in VA!

…the next decade – email feedback before July 17th. Check out and comment on initial designs for Gateway Park in Rosslyn, before July 19th. Attend the Tysons Community Alliance’s Wheel…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

Red Line Rides: Bike Commuting during the Red Line Shutdown (and Beyond)

community members interested in bike commuting, especially those who may be hesitant to ride alone. If you haven’t yet responded via our interest form, please do that now at https://forms.gle/CgbjDMZmUFRkyQ6dA….

Action Alert, Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

ActiveFairfax Explained

…another? Drop a comment directly on the interactive network map. Read up on the plan and toolkit. The new toolkit is an amazing and comprehensive primer on how Fairfax is…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

Virginia May Update: Early voting, e-bike showcase, ribbon cuttings, and more

…with and answer questions from advocates and community members.  WABA’s Jeremiah Lowery speaking at the Arlington candidate forum In Fairfax County, we worked with our partners in the Fairfax Healthy…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

A welcome summer deluge of news in Virginia! (August Newsletter)

…emails and/or reach out to bikefallschurch@gmail.com for more info. Other things to do 🚲 Tune in next Tuesday, August 27th for a free webinar on GIS for Bike Lane Safety,…

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

Blog Post, Export last updated by Colin Browne on September 24, 2024.

 

Prince George’s County- Youth Vision Zero Outreach Intern, Vision Zero Youth Leadership Institute

…in collaboration with community partners  Learning how to organize community safety walks from leading professionals, and help organize community safety walks to measure the safety of busy roads for all…

Blog Post last updated by Joseph Hamd on September 23, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Joseph Hamd on September 23, 2024.

 

Staff

…Stafford Culture and Engagement Manager jonathan.stafford@waba.org 202.518.0524 ext 22 Rob Brown Trail Ranger Agyei Chevoyo Williams Trail Ranger Natty McAlpine Trail Ranger Conor Terry Trail Ranger Development & Communications Team…

Page last updated by Hakeem Moss on September 23, 2024.

Page last updated by Hakeem Moss on September 23, 2024.

 


09
Oct,
2024

2024 WABA Awards

…broad biking community to come together to celebrate the people and campaigns across our region that make bicycling great.  This event is a recognition of the amazing work of neighbors,…

Lost Generation Brewing Company

Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 23, 2024.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Meetup

Lost Generation Brewing Company

Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 23, 2024.

 

Meetup


19
Oct,
2024

Ward 5 Family Biking: Espresso & Ale Ride

Oops, try here: https://www.ward5familybiking.org/events/oct19…

Steam Valve + Right Proper Brookland

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 20, 2024.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Ride

Steam Valve + Right Proper Brookland

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 20, 2024.

 

Ride


27
Sep,
2024

Why attend WABA’s 5th Great Montgomery County Bike Summit? And what’s with the “5th”?

…Danielle Blocker, Young People for Progress; Helen Heinrich, Action Committee for Transit; and Shannon Shea, Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee. We’ll have snacks and plenty of time for information sharing and

Blog Post, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on September 18, 2024.

Friday, September 27, 2024

Blog Post, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on September 18, 2024.

 

2024 50 States Ride- Ride Guide

…space. Learn more at waba.org/code. “As a member of the WABA community, I commit to the following whenever I am in a WABA space: I acknowledge that I exist in…

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on September 18, 2024.

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on September 18, 2024.

 


05
Oct,
2024

Bike Valet at Art on the Avenue

Del Ray’s favorite annual Art Festival, this time with free bike and scooter parking!…

Del Ray

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on September 17, 2024.

Saturday, October 5, 2024

Meetup - Promoted Event

Del Ray

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on September 17, 2024.

 

Meetup - Promoted Event


07
Oct,
2024

“Heidi Across America” Author Event

People’s Book - 7014 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, MD

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on September 17, 2024.

Monday, October 7, 2024

Meetup - Partner Event

People’s Book - 7014 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, MD

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on September 17, 2024.

 

Meetup - Partner Event


14
Sep,
2024

DC Bike Expo

…ask any questions or inquire about vendor spaces. The event will take place in the Georgetown Park building and is open to the public. Bike racks will be available outside…

Georgetown Park Building

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 14, 2024.

Saturday, September 14, 2024

Meetup

Georgetown Park Building

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 14, 2024.

 

Meetup


16
Sep,
2024

New Carrollton Safety Walk

…Olson, and local advocates. Our aims are to boost walking and bicycling in the area and advance creation of safe streets for all. This event is free and open to…

Blog Post, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on September 13, 2024.

Monday, September 16, 2024

Meetup

Blog Post, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on September 13, 2024.

 

Meetup


21
Sep,
2024

2024 50 States Ride

…Group Start: 8:00am Roundabout Route (30 miles)- Come full circle with this route exploring 10 of the city’s traffic roundabouts designed by Pierre L’Enfant. Check-in time: 8:00am – 8:45am Group…

Kraken- Bryant Street

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on September 13, 2024.

Saturday, September 21, 2024

Ride - WABA Signature Event

Kraken- Bryant Street

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on September 13, 2024.

 

Ride - WABA Signature Event


19
Sep,
2024

Ward 5 Week Bike Ride

Turkey Thicket Rec Center

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 12, 2024.

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Ride

Turkey Thicket Rec Center

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 12, 2024.

 

Ride


29
Sep,
2024

Pedal Party at metrobar

metrobar

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 12, 2024.

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Meetup

metrobar

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 12, 2024.

 

Meetup


25
Sep,
2024

“More Kids on Bikes: Bike Buses and Community Building” talk with Coach Sam Balto

Register on Eventbrite…

City-State Brewing, Washington DC

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 12, 2024.

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Meetup

City-State Brewing, Washington DC

Event last updated by Colin Browne on September 12, 2024.

 

Meetup

Volunteer

…can volunteer your way to a free WABA membership?! Volunteer three times in your community or with us to earn a one-year membership. Keep track of the times you’ve volunteered…

Page last updated by Colin Browne on September 10, 2024.

Page last updated by Colin Browne on September 10, 2024.

 


29
Sep,
2024

5th Great Montgomery County Bike Summit

…Action Committee for Transit Shannon Shea, Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee Break (30 minutes) State and County updates Delegate Marc Korman, chair, Environment and Transportation Matt Johnson, Montgomery County Department of…

Wheaton Rec Center - 11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Blog Post, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on September 10, 2024.

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Meetup

Wheaton Rec Center - 11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Blog Post, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on September 10, 2024.

 

Meetup

Community Rides

…levels to get out, have fun and ask questions. Community Rides depart from all over the place and are designed to accommodate different distances and interests. Check out the schedule…

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

 

On-Street and Trail Riding

November class registration will open later this season. Click here to add yourself to our listserv to receive emails about our upcoming classes! Sun 13 Oct E-bike Confident City Cycling…

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

 

Basic Skills Clinics

November class registration will open later this season. Click here to add yourself to our listserv to receive emails about our upcoming classes! Sun 29 Sep Basic Skills Clinic Sunday,…

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.