Walk ‘n’ Roll In-Depth is an editorial collection delivered to you featuring articles, profiles and stories about the people and programs that power Local Motion!  Tell us what you think by emailing us or talking to us on Facebook!

Hip Hip Hooray for a Statewide On-Road Bicycle Plan!

The VT Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is eager for input from Vermonters as they work to create anOn-Road Bicycle Plan for state highways and Class 1 roads throughout Vermont. The plan is part of the goal to improve roads so that they work better and are safer for all bicyclists — families, commuters and recreational riders.

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So, now that winter is here, you think your cycling season is over? Heck no! With the right gear, you can bike all year-round!  Come to our Winter Bicycling Workshop on December 13th at 9am, led by Veronica at Old Spokes Home, and Peter Burns (a 365 commuter) and one of Local Motion’s bicycle commuter trainers. Learn tips and tricks for cold weather riding from the experts!

Burlington Waterfront Bike Path Improvements Underway!

Portion of the path near College St. Photo credit Jeff Cohn

Have you seen the great progress down on the waterfront?

Burlington’s bike path is getting an upgrade, improvements that will make it easier for walkers and bikers, families and joggers to share the path and enjoy being outside surrounded by views of lake, city and mountain.

Come on down and check it out. Hats off to theDepartment of Parks & Recreation and the Burlington Parks Foundation for their leadership and commitment!

One of many new bikes, thanks to IBM!

Thanks to IBM, the Kohl’s Kids Bike Smart trailer has over 30 beautiful new bikes! Last year, IBM gifted us enough bikes to make our second trailer possible, and double our capacity to serve more than 5,000 children.  This year, we’re able to replace some of our older bikes with brand-new bikes and continue to improve our programming. Thank you, IBM!

December Events…  

Biking season is winding down, and while some stick it out through the harsh Vermont winters we have combined our Walk ‘n’ Roll In-Depth and Event newsletters for the slower months. There are always opportunities to get outside for a walk or to enjoy your favorite winter activity. Until spring, events will be listed here at the end of our In-Depth newsletters. Here’s what’s in store for December…

VTRANS On-Road Bicycle Plan Public Meeting

December 9, 6:00-8:00pm, Vermont Interactive Technology Sites and online

Find a location closest to you or stream live online

Winter Riding Workshop

December 13th, 9:00am, Old Spokes Home, Burlington.

Join the second group learning how to keep it going during the colder months. And take your new skills for a test drive at the Light-Up the night event on Dec. 19

RSVP here

Light-Up the Night!

December 19, 5:30pm, meet at City Hall, Burlington

Deck out your bike to outshine the holiday lights in Burlington. Downtown ride followed by social with the group Bikeable Burlington Now.

RSVP here

Tis’ the season!

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, does the thought of shopping for the holidays fill you with terror? 

You can take part Vermont-style and visit local vendors like Skirack, Earl’s, Outdoor Gear Exchange, and Old Spokes Home for your outdoor gear and gift ideas.

With events like Montpelier’s Flannel Friday, November 28th, and Small Business Saturdayin Burlington and around the state November 29th, you can keep it local this holiday season!