Police aren’t the solution to traffic safety

…Defund MPD working group of lawyers, research fellows, and advocates have combed through the DC Code and the DC MR. Based on this research, we propose the following changes: We…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on June 8, 2021.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on June 8, 2021.

 

Regional Trail Awareness and Safety—Focus Group

…barriers (those real and perceived) that may prevent residents from utilizing trails more regularly. The research was funded by the WABA DC Trail Ranger program funded by DDOT, and Rails…

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 30, 2021.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 30, 2021.

 

WABA Advocacy Update: Spring 2021

…  Check out some of the campaigns, projects and events we have been organizing the last couple of months! If you have any questions feel free to reach us at advocacy@waba.org. Enjoy!…

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 30, 2021.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 30, 2021.

 

2020 Cider Ride Guide

…WABA community, I commit to the following whenever I am in a WABA space: I acknowledge that I exist in a society built on unequal, and unjust power structures. I agree…

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on April 14, 2021.

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on April 14, 2021.

 

What to Expect at a WABA Ride!

…at WABA’s rides. (Still have questions after you read? Drop a line to events@waba.org— we’re happy to chat.) Come as you are—these rides are for everyone who wants to explore…

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on April 14, 2021.

Blog Post last updated by Anna McCormally on April 14, 2021.

 

Our streets are not safe enough.

and commuting due to the COVID-19 pandemic, traffic fatalities are unacceptably high. People walking make up a disportionately high percentage of the fatalities and serious injuries, with communities of color…

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne on April 8, 2021.

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne on April 8, 2021.

 

Restore Funding for the Capital Crescent Trail Tunnel

…Capital budget. High quality, accessable, and continuous trails are critical to our region’s transportation and sustainability goals, Vision Zero commitments, economic competitiveness, and public well being.  Trails provide low stress…

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 25, 2021.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on March 25, 2021.

 

Trail Basics

…Bright lights may be necessary for unlit trails at night, but tilt your light towards the trail pavement to make sure oncoming trail users can still see.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdBnRmQDd-8 Learn more…

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 23, 2021.

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 23, 2021.

 


22
Mar,
2021

Mantenimiento básico de tu bicicleta / / Basic Bike Maintenance

…(español e inglés) gratuito en Zoom. Hablarán sobre cómo revisar tu bici antes de andar, cómo limpiar tu bici, y otros consejos básicos de mantenimiento. Además, tendremos tiempo para contestar…

Zoom

Blog Post, Event last updated by Pedro Dana on March 23, 2021.

Monday, March 22, 2021

Class

Zoom

Blog Post, Event last updated by Pedro Dana on March 23, 2021.

 

Class

Webinar: Winter Riding Tips

…the slides? Available for download: 2020-WB-Winter-Riding-Webinar-PublicDownload Another training with more of a focus on road condition safety from the DC Bike Ambassador team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKcXie_zRdg Both webinars have professional English captioning….

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 9, 2021.

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 9, 2021.

 


18
Mar,
2021

Advocating for Streets That Work for Everyone

Kids on scooters at Open Streets. The streets and public spaces that connect communities influence so much about how people choose to get around and where they feel comfortable. Whether…

Zoom

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne on March 8, 2021.

Thursday, March 18, 2021

Meetup - Partner Event

Zoom

Action Alert, Event last updated by Colin Browne on March 8, 2021.

 

Meetup - Partner Event

Biking during COVID-19

…that no one is coming in the other direction. More about masks here. No snot rockets.  No nose schmearing with your gloves.  No spitting.  No high fives. 🙁 Ride quieter…

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

 

Carrying Stuff on a Bike

for short commutes and quick errands.  Pro You probably already have one.  Great for using on a Capital Bikeshare bike! Con Can lead to sweaty backs  May be uncomfortable on…

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

 

How to Do a Wheelie (Part 2)

and then take your bike outside to practice. With practice and determination, you’ll be able to wheelie your bike like a pro! (Starring Andre Cousart, Daiquan Medley and Trey Robinson)…

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

 


10
Mar,
2021

Online How to: Riding in Traffic

…have bikes. Biking is often faster, more enjoyable, liberating and less crowded than the alternative. For those looking to run errands, commute to work or just get around more quickly,…

Wherever you are!

Blog Post, Event last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Class

Wherever you are!

Blog Post, Event last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

 

Class

We’re Hiring! 2021 DC Trail Rangers

community events with the program coordinator (currently paused, subject to Covid-19 precautions and community spread). Perform trail condition inspections and trail corridor maintenance, including pruning branches, gathering trash, and removing…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on February 12, 2021.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on February 12, 2021.

 

Tell NPS to make the Memorial Circle improvements permanent!

complaining that they have to slow down for people’s safety.  We do not want these complaints to undo the changes that have been made, so we urge you to sign this petition to…

Action Alert last updated by Jonathan Kincade on February 2, 2021.

Action Alert last updated by Jonathan Kincade on February 2, 2021.

 


27
Feb,
2021

Online How to: Riding in Traffic

…have bikes. Biking is often faster, more enjoyable, liberating and less crowded than the alternative. For those looking to run errands, commute to work or just get around more quickly,…

Wherever you are!

Blog Post, Event last updated by Sydney Sotelo on January 21, 2021.

Saturday, February 27, 2021

Class

Wherever you are!

Blog Post, Event last updated by Sydney Sotelo on January 21, 2021.

 

Class

New Data: Most DC voters support protected bike lanes

…race, gender, and political party.  When the D.C. economy starts to open up after the pandemic has passed, we need to ensure that DC residents have safe infrastructure to commute…

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 14, 2021.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on January 14, 2021.

 

What’s Next for 20X20?

…planning, design and community buy-in with completion likely in 2021 or 2022 4th St. NW/SW G St. NW Brentwood Parkway NE New Jersey Ave. SE Show Up & Get Involved…

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 12, 2021.

Blog Post last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 12, 2021.

 

Virginia Advocacy Roundup

…pedestrian safety goals.  Making Space to Focus: We’ve created a northern VA subcommittee within the Capital Trails Coalition. The sub committee will be charged with coming up with the strategy…

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

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

 

Fall-Winter Maryland Advocacy Roundup

…with coming up with the strategy to complete our trail network in each County.  We are excited to collaborate with our partners on the ground in Prince George’s and Montgomery…

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

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

 

Solo Cider Ride Kits

…the route link for the route/starting location you’d like, then open the route in the app and click “Navigate.” Route Links Downloadable files and maps are below, or here at RideWithGPS….

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on November 16, 2020.

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on November 16, 2020.

 

It’s Time for a Protected Bike Lane on Fenton Street

…driving, walking, and biking have their own space. Protected bike lanes give people on bikes a space free of the stresses of traffic. Pedestrians can walk freely without competing for

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on November 13, 2020.

Action Alert last updated by Garrett Hennigan on November 13, 2020.

 


01
Dec,
2020

How to teach kids to ride bikes

…to get a child of any age pedaling away! We’ll break down learning to ride into individual skills to learn and practice and provide you with the framework that WABA…

Zoom

Event, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on November 6, 2020.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Class

Zoom

Event, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on November 6, 2020.

 

Class

The Bike Ambassadors: Here for All Your Questions

Hey there, from your friendly neighborhood Bike Ambassadors! Do you have questions about how to be a confident rider on your first bike ride, or general questions about how to…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 6, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 6, 2020.

 

Two vulnerable road users killed by DC Police drivers in the past week.

…the very communities they are sworn to serve. We stand with the many organizations and people calling for a timely, full, and open investigation of these crashes and we add…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 28, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 28, 2020.

 

Introducing…pay-what-you-can membership

…Champion $50/month $600-$999 + free ride registration to a WABA fundraising ride and a call with an advocate Superstar $83/month $1000+ + regular personal communication from WABA leadership *Paying your…

Blog Post last updated by Hannah Anderson Dana on October 27, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Hannah Anderson Dana on October 27, 2020.

 

Antiracism Resources to Read and Watch

…Ibram X. Kendi (pdf) Police have always limited Black people’s mobility and freedom in public spaces, David Zegeye (News Story) Untokening Mobility: Beyond Pavement, Paint and Place, The Untokening (online…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 22, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 22, 2020.

 

Statement on the murder of George Floyd

…senior leadership, membership and supporter base is white. So my job, and WABA’s job, in the coming months and years, is to help this community of tens of thousands of…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 22, 2020.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on October 22, 2020.