Web Education Programs: 4 Free Sessions in September

22 August
Wednesday, 22 August 2012 13:49 Last Updated on Wednesday, 22 August 2012 13:56 Written by Kim Perry 0 Comments

In September 2012 Bike Va will host leaders in the bike and transportation world to present on current topics in a series of 4 educational webinars. Log on or dial from your home or work to hear a variety of presenters speak on programs, planning, and other interesting initiatives.

Inspiration. Ideas. Answers. Learn how to make your community a better place to live, play, and work. bicycle cruiser safe biking helmet

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9/5 10am  Dr. Ralph Buehler, Virginia Tech Assistant Professor of Urban Affairs and Planning “Promoting Safe Walking and Cycling: Lessons from Europe and the U.S.”

Get inspired by Dr. Buehler. This visual tour is great for planners, interested citizens, advocates, community leaders, and policy makers as it explores the possibilities for better practices, infrastructure, and programs.

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9/12 3pm Dr. Kim Perry Executive Director Bike Virginia and Dick Elder Vice Chair of Bike Virginia  “Creating Safer Group Rides for Clubs and Events”

Learn about improving rider safety in group ride settings and positively affecting roadway relationships by policies, programs, and educaton at your bike events and club rides. See how a rider safety program reduced injuries on Virginia’s largest bike tour.  Learn about safety programs for bike clubs that can reduce crashes and prevent community hate against riders.

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9/19 3pm Thanh Dang, Public Works Planner in Harrisonburg and Jeremy Holmes, Coordinator of Sustainability Programs at Roanoke Valley “Paths, Safe Routes, Open Streets Festivals, and the Car-less Brit Experiment”

Thanh and Jeremy will talk about programs from the Harrisonburg and Roanoake areas that have successfully impacted bicycling and active living.
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9/26 3pm Christy Dunkle, Berryville Town Planner and Berryville Police Chief Neal White “The Berryvile Police Department Bike Rodeo Program and Education Efforts”

An ongoing bike education program in Berryville Virginia reaches children with important bike safety messages. Learn how they do it and how you can start a program in your own community.

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