Special Projects

Bicycle Education

BWVA developed an adult education program in 2009. We're excited to announce that we have received some grant funding to continue this program in 2010. The Smart Cycling Class is designed to introduce basic bicycling concepts. This one hour class is ideal for lunch-time meetings or for clubs or bike shops. Partial support for the program comes from the Department of Motor Vehicles. To request a class in your locality call or to donate funding to help continue this program (804)261-0507

Physical Activity Prescriptions

Funding from the Virginia Department of Health has allowed BikeWalk Virginia to produce an exciting tool for medical practitioners to get their patients moving.  Physical Activity Prescriptions allow practitioners to "prescribe" exercise.  Recent studies have shown that patients are more apt to adhere to a written prescription than they are a verbal recommendation.

The physical activity prescription pad is a traditional prescription pad and comes with 50 sheets to a pad.  There is an accompanying general information brochure on the benefits of physical activity that can also be ordered.  The items are available free of charge.

Research

BikeWalk Virginia recently completed a research study of Biking and Walking resources across the state. Data collected included bicycle and pedestrian facilities and plans in cities and counties (localities) throughout the Commonwealth. Visit our Advocacy Page to view details.

Share the Road License Plate

Virginia's Share the Road specialty license plate is available from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for just $10 a year.  Contact DMV to get your plate today!