Thanks to Tim Blagden and Abby Evankow for these reports on their recent New Hampshire Lobby Day experience as part of the National Bike Summit. This is what effective advocacy is all about!
Author: Emily McMaster
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Cycle the Seacoast
The American Lung Association’s 2021 Cycle the Seacoast event is underway NOW through June 30th. It is virtual again this year, but has a few new bells and whistles. The new format is called “Cycle Your Way” a perfect title for this reimagined event. Right from the comfort of your own community earn commemorative items and incentives while cycling your favorite routes and fundraising for this popular ride!
How it works:
- Challenge yourself to complete the mileage of your chosen route (25, 50 or 100 miles) by June 30th! Do it at your own pace; get those miles in over the course of a week or two, even a month (or more) if needed. You can follow the Cycle the Seacoast route maps (below) if you’d like to cover the original route or choose your own route!
- Share your mileage and achievements on your social media channels and with donors and friends to encourage continued fundraising support.
- Keep us updated! We want to hear from you and chat with you as you ride. Stay active in our Facebook Group and by sharing updates on your personal fundraising page. Utilize graphics located in your participant center as you achieve your mileage goals. Send us photos and let us know when you’ve completed your ride (not required but encouraged): Melissa.Walden@Lung.org.
- Track your miles virtually with the Cycle the Seacoast Strava Club (optional).
- Every participant that reaches the fundraising minimum of $200 (or more) by June 30th will receive their 2021 Cycle the Seacoast t-shirt and commemorative medal (plus any earned incentives) in the mail. You are not required to complete any cycling mileage to participate in this virtual event.
Choose from a 25, 50 or 100 mile goal to complete at your own pace and on any type of bike, including indoor spin bikes. Track mileage with the Cycle for Air app or join the Cycle the Seacoast Strava Club (optional). Money raised will support public health efforts related to lung disease, including COVID-19 research and education.
For more information or to register, visit CycletheSeacoast.org.
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Support the Veterans Count Ride
This year the event is implementing a “Show & Go” registration and departure schedule. Riders are required to arrive at designated times to check-in or register, and then proceed to the start line at designated times.
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Manchester Moves Ramps Up
Several years ago, an organization called Manchester Moves made a real impact on connecting Manchester’s hiking, biking and walking trails – including the completion of the Hands Across the Merrimack River Bridge.
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West Lebanon Trail Expansion
A coalition of city officials, nonprofits and local businesses is seeking to break through years of gridlock and expand the Mascoma River Greenway through West Lebanon.
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Celebrate Trails Day in Manchester
April 24th, 2021 is Celebrate Trails Day. This celebration and ribbon cutting event will take place at 9 am at Stark Park in Manchester.
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What is Rail-with-Trail?
The Hillsborough Branch Rail line connecting Nashua and Wilton, NH presents an exciting opportunity to create an alternative transportation and recreation resource near the Route 101A corridor.
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State Level News
State Rail Trail Plan Advisory Stakeholders Committee updates
BWANH affiliate NH Rail Trails Coalition provided the Stakeholders Committee with additional information about rail trail funding and regional efforts promoting the Granite State Rail Trail
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Google Scores a Win for Pedestrians
Google announced a major Google Maps redesign in mid-August, revealing its intention to offer users more accurate map reproductions. The maps will feature more color to more accurately replicate the actual geography of natural landforms.
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New Role for Bicycle Advocacy?
Penn State’s Physical Activity and Public Laboratory has conducted a National Study in order to understand the role advocacy organizations play in creating equitable bicycle programs and opportunities for underrepresented populations (racial/ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+, youth, low-income, women).