Speak up for better biking
Things you can do right now for a safer, happier bike ride:
Last Chance to Shape Arlington’s Transportation Future!
We’ve got a few final suggested comments but overall we’re liking the draft! Speak up to support this visionary transportation plan before August 23rd.
Help Shape Alexandria’s 2027 Legislative Package
The Alexandria is inviting resident input to inform the creation of next year’s county legislative package. Share your feedback by 9/15!
Urgent: Save Safe Streets and Roads for All Funding
Tell your Senators to protect funding for bike lanes and safer roads!
Tell the District to bake safe cycling into RFK Campus redevelopment plans
Read WABA’s take, then submit your comment on the RFK Campus Master Plan
Let’s hang out!
Meet us for a ride, a public meeting, coffee, or a class:
Bike during the Red Line stations shutdown this summer
Aug 31, 2026
Join supported group rides along the Red Line Corridor this summer.
Age-Friendly DC Walkability Meeting (Ward 8)
Sep 2, 2026
Learn about Age-Friendly DC and upcoming walk audits in Ward 8.
DC-MD Biking Advocacy Social + Cargo Ebike Party!
Sep 2, 2026
Let’s talk cycling, safe streets, and share in a cargo bike show & tell!
An update on DDOT’s microfreight and food-delivery pilots
Sep 3, 2026
Hear about DDOT’s innovation pilots Thursday evening, September 3, 7:30–8:30 pm via Zoom.
Adult Trail Riding Basics – DC
Sep 5, 2026
This class teaches participants the skills needed to ride safely, confidently and considerately on our region’s many wonderful trails.
Beltsville Community Walk on Rhode Island Ave
Sep 5, 2026
What if Rhode Island Avenue felt safer, more welcoming, and more connected to the community?
News & Updates
Here’s what we’ve been up to recently:
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Arlington County Cycling Network GIS Analysis Presentation
Presentation by Reid Unison to the Arlington Bicycle Advisory Committee on August 3, 2026 regarding his cycling network analysis.
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Arlington County Cycling Network GIS Analysis Report
Reid Unison’s capstone project report analyzing Arlington’s cycling network. Shared with permission.
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Focusing Investments in Arlington’s Cycling Network
By Reid Unison, Guest Contributor Arlington County is approaching the end of a years-long process to update its Master Transportation […]
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The Future Could Be Bright: A Post-VAcation Newsletter
Post-vacation reflections, a chance to vote for a Hall of Fame trail, and a spate of events.
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We Hiring!: Trail Ranger
Want to be part of a collaborative trail team in DC, and be paid to engage with folks about trails and bikes?
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A message from Bridget Holmes, Executive Director of Bellringer, a WABA partner.
Last October, I stood at the front of the BellRinger chute full of excitement, optimism, and hope. I wanted to […]