About WABA

…amplify our impact by supporting others in leading and owning the work. We’ll allocate financial resources here, too, to help community leaders fund anything from bike rentals for a community…

Page last updated by Nick Mariotti on September 11, 2024.

Page last updated by Nick Mariotti on September 11, 2024.

 

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

…$10.00 – Bring your own bike registration  $50.00- Rent a bike registration  FREE for WABA members  Registration Policy: Advanced registration is required for Basic Skills Clinics. Registration closes at 1:00…

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

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

 

Bicycling Education

Community Rides WABA’s Community Education Ride series is an inclusive space for riders of all levels to explore the city. Each ride tackles a different topic that urban riders use…

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

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

 

Class Season Over

Learn to Ride for Kids and Adults

Class Season Over

Center, Gaithersburg Learn to ride a bike in about three hours!   Class Sat 05 Oct Adult Learn to Ride Saturday, October 5, 2024 Class White Oak Rec Center, Silver…

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

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

 

Other Ways to Give

…region car-free! Donate your car online here and WABA will receive 70% of the sale of each car auctioned. For any other questions, or to learn more about what making…

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on September 4, 2024.

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on September 4, 2024.

 

Seeking Feedback for the Future of the Anacostia River Trail

…people on bikes are comfortable riding in an unprotected bike lane. This option would have the greatest increase in impervious surface in the park. Separate Trail Users by Mode-type with…

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 4, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 4, 2024.

 


07
Sep,
2024

Bike MS: Nation’s Capital

…the W&OD Trail and roads that take you through the hills of Northern Virginia. You’ll end your journey at the pavilion in Reston Town Center with a festive finish line!…

Reston, VA

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 30, 2024.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

Reston, VA

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 30, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event


07
Sep,
2024

DC Bike Ride

DC’s only large scale bike event where you can bike through iconic historical landmarks and vibrant scenic views on a completely car-free course designed for all ages and experience levels….

National Mall

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 30, 2024.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

National Mall

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 30, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event


30
Sep,
2024

Fix-a-Flat Seminar – Conte’s Bike Shop

Join the Conte’s Crew each month for a series of events aimed at answering all of your bike-related questions. Whether you want to learn how to fix a flat, clean…

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 28, 2024.

Monday, September 30, 2024

Class - Partner Event

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 28, 2024.

 

Class - Partner Event

Member Extras

…you for being a WABA member—we appreciate you! Below are the year-round perks and discounts that come with your membership. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please drop…

Page last updated by Ken Reichmann on August 20, 2024.

Page last updated by Ken Reichmann on August 20, 2024.

 


14
Aug,
2024

MoCo Bicycling Advocates Meetup

…in Wheaton. We haven’t posted an agenda yet, but registration is open (and free!). Questions or comments? Please get in touch. Peter Gray, Montgomery County organizer Seth Grimes, Maryland organizer…

Saints Row Brewing - 15 Fulks Corner Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 19, 2024.

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Meetup

Saints Row Brewing - 15 Fulks Corner Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 19, 2024.

 

Meetup


07
Sep,
2024

DC Youth Traffic Safety Town Hall ($50 Stipend for Youth Participants!)

…officials and community organizations to hear their priorities? If your answer is “yes,” to any of these questions, sign up for our DC Youth Traffic Safety Town Hall! For participation,…

FH Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center

Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on August 16, 2024.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Meetup

FH Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center

Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on August 16, 2024.

 

Meetup

Winter Riding Part II: What to Wear

…generally cheaper than the wool garments. Silk is not as warm as wool, but wicks decently and is supremely comfortable. Cotton is commonly used, but it does not regulate temperature…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

 

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

…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 road users…

Page last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

Page last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

 


21
Aug,
2024

Montgomery County bicycling advocates meetup in Gaithersburg

…The 5th Great Montgomery County Bike Summit will take place Sunday afternoon, September 29, 2024, 2 pm-5 pm in Wheaton. We haven’t posted an agenda yet, but registration (free!) is open….

Saints Row Brewing, 15 Fulks Corner Ave., Gaitherburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 12, 2024.

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Meetup

Saints Row Brewing, 15 Fulks Corner Ave., Gaitherburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 12, 2024.

 

Meetup

Applications Open 6/3

Become a WABA Instructor!

Applications Open 6/3

…education classes, lead community rides, and assist with Signature Events. They are enthusiastic local educators, bike experts, and active members community groups like Black Women Bike DC and Women &…

Event last updated by Sydney Sotelo on August 11, 2024.

Event

August 9th-11th, 2024

Event

August 9th-11th, 2024,

Event: Last updated by Sydney Sotelo on August 11, 2024.

 

Class

Annual Report 2023

…relaunch Gearin’ Up’s community bike shop in a new location.  We rolled into 2024 with the Capital Trails Network more than halfway done! When the network is complete, nearly four…

Page last updated by Aimee Custis on August 8, 2024.

Page last updated by Aimee Custis on August 8, 2024.

 


12
Aug,
2024

Prince George’s County-Fort Washington Community Forum on Transportation, Road Safety & Bicycling

…8:30 pm at the St. John’s Broad Creek Episcopal Church, 9801 Livingston Road, in Fort Washington, MD.  The program is free and open to the public. We’ll have snacks and

St. John's Broad Creek Episcopal Church - 9801 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 5, 2024.

Monday, August 12, 2024

St. John's Broad Creek Episcopal Church - 9801 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 5, 2024.

 

Volunteer Orientation

We are thrilled to have you join our community of passionate cyclists and dedicated volunteers. At WABA, every volunteer plays a crucial role in making our city a safer, and

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on August 2, 2024.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on August 2, 2024.

 

June DC Street Art Webinar: Recap and Recording

…family-owned! To see more examples of the murals, check out the MuralsDC website or watch the recording below! Check out the webinar recording below or on WABA’s YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hl8_h1RV40…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 1, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 1, 2024.

 

DC Trail Ranger

…look at our work by counting how many times and where we have been completing common program tasks. A paper bag of broken glass at the end of a shift tells…

Page last updated by Patricia Miguel on July 17, 2024.

Page last updated by Patricia Miguel on July 17, 2024.

 

2024 50 States Ride- Ride Guide

…of the 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…

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 17, 2024.

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 17, 2024.

 


24
Jul,
2024

WABA Zine Club

…to join the discussion even if you cannot stay for the full hour.   Additional Details: This event is free and open to the public. The closed captions feature on Zoom…

Zoom!<

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 16, 2024.

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Meetup

Zoom!<

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 16, 2024.

 

Meetup

Family Biking

and bike-curious as well as local bike shops, groups, and orgs to build community and have fun together. Featuring a Kids Bike Parade, glide-to-ride clinic, DC Library Storytime, free bike…

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on July 16, 2024.

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on July 16, 2024.

 


21
Jul,
2024

Lotus and Water Lily Festival Bike Ride

and Water Lily Festival. We’ll also be sticking around for participants and other attendees to ask us questions and help meet their trail needs. But spots are limited so be…

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens - 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 15, 2024.

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Ride

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens - 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 15, 2024.

 

Ride


04
Aug,
2024

BellRinger 17 Mile Training Ride for Beginners/ 25 Milers

Join us for a complimentary, 17 mile guided bike ride led by local cyclists! For those interested, this training ride is offered to help BellRinger Rider’s get their bike and

National Landing

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 15, 2024.

Sunday, August 4, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

National Landing

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 15, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event