BikeWalkKC recently attended a transit advocacy conference in Atlanta, and took some time to explore Atlanta's new Betline Trail. The trail is part of a massive project to redevelop an old rail line circling central Atlanta with parks, trails, transit, housing, retail, and office space. The first phases of trail are already attracting significant private […]
BikeWalkKC brings BLAST to the Washington Wheatley neighborhood
BLAST paid a visit to the Washington Wheatley neighborhood yesterday to teach bicycle safety and handling skills to fifth, sixth and seventh graders as part of a partnership with Children’s Mercy Hospital and FreeWheels for Kids. The three week program is being hosted in conjunction with FreeWheels for Kids’ Earn-a-Bike Program. The program ends with […]
Keep your kids safe with summer biking tips
School's out and the kids can't wait to play outside and ride their bikes in the sunshine. Whether biking to the pool or taking an evening spin around the neighborhood, there are a few safety guidelines to keep in mind. Maggie Priesmeyer, Education and Outreach Coordinator, provides some useful tips. 1. Remember your safety […]
June 2013 Newsletter
Bring our BLAST program to your summer camp, KC's first ciclovia is coming this fall, nominate a bike-friendly business, yoga for cyclists, and much more.
Bring BLAST to your summer camp, class, or program
BLAST (Bicycle Lesson And Safety Training) gives 4th-5th graders the knowledge and skills to bike safely and confidently to school or around the neighborhood.
New Belgium Clips a big success and enormous fun
More than 1,500 people gathered in Theis Park to watch short films and sample craft brews. On Thursday, June 6, 1,500 people joined BikeWalkKC at Theis Park for New Belgium Brewery’s Clips Beer and Film Tour. About 400 people arrived to the event by bicycle. By the end of the night, about 300 bicycles filled […]
BikeWalkKC kicks off bicycle friendly business program nominations
Help us find and recognize bike friendly businesses across the metro area!
BikeWalkKC Executive Director is recipient of regional leadership award
Eric Rogers, Executive Director of BikeWalkKC, Named a Recipient of the Mid-America Regional Council’s 2013 Regional Leadership Awards Rogers is one of four recipients of the annual award that honors individuals and organizations for their work in the region. Eric Rogers, Executive Director of BikeWalkKC, will be honored with a 2013 Regional Leadership Award from […]
KCMO looking for Northland bike rack locations
Where do you want to see new bike racks in the Northland?
New bike lanes and sharrows improve north-south bike corridor
WIth new bike lanes and sharrows, a north/south cross-river bike corridor is taking shape from North Kansas City, through Downtown, to Midtown.