Welcome to Walk Bike Marin!

Welcome
WalkBikeMarin is an initiative by the County of Marin to help make Marin more healthy, livable, and environmentally sustainable by encouraging walking and bicycling as everyday transportation. This initiative was catalyzed by a recent $25 million federal grant to fund the Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program (NTPP). The goal of the WalkBikeMarin website is to provide information about all the County’s bicycle and pedestrian projects and programs in one place. For more information on the NTPP see the About the Project page.

Recent News

2012-05-15
Grand Opening of New 680 Trail May 19th!
2012-05-15
Tiburon Bay Trail Public Meeting Tonight (5/15)!
2012-05-15
Bicycle ReRoute @ South End of GGB Through May 18th

WalkBike Profile: Kate Ames, San Anselmo

Occupation: Registered nurse

How often do you walk?
I walk several times a week. And when time allows, I like to spend at least 1 day a week hiking in West Marin.

What are your reasons for walking?
I love to walk with friends so a lot of it is social for me, but I also love to observe the seasons, flora and birds.

What is the best walk you’ve ever gone on in Marin?
One of the best hikes I've gone on was an early morning hike along Lagunitas Creek in Samuel P. Taylor Park. We were with an ornithologist who taught us to identify winter birds by their songs. The sounds, colors and scents were so fresh and vibrant. It was a magical morning.

Why is walking and biking important to you?
It seems to be in my DNA to keep active and to observe the natural world around me. Marin provides close access to many trails with varied biomes; grass lands, marshes, riparian areas, forests and beaches. It has it all and I enjoy every bit of it.

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Report to Congress on Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program
May, 2012 - Investment in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure has positively affected transportation opportunities and choices in Marin, with a 64% increase in bicycling trips and a 21% increase in walking trips between 2007 and 2010. The Report to Congress on Outcomes of the Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program has been released and contains exciting data on the positive impacts to walking and bicycling as a result of the pilot program. View the report here.
Tiburon / Bay Trail Gap Closure Study - Meeting Tonight, May 15th!
May, 2012 - The Town of Tiburon Project will study ways to improve bike and ped access along the Bay Trail between E. Strawberry Drive and Blackie's Pasture. The next public meeting is Tuesday May 15th, 2012. Get details here!

Tennessee Valley Pathway Project Updates
May, 2012 - For frequent updates on pathway progress and closures, construction schedules, maps and notices, click here! For general project information, you can view a project fact sheet here.

May is Bike to Work Month!
May, 2012 - Gather your friends to create a bicycle team and sign up for Team Challenge. Get geared up now for activities, Energizer Station fun throughout Marin, and more!

Basic Street Skills Bicycle Safety Classes
for Adults May 24, July 12 & Sept 6th
May, 2012 - In just 2 hours, this powerpoint and interactive presentation will teach you to safely and confidently use a bicycle for transportation.
Women on Wheels Presents Bike Riding Classes
for Women May 19th and throughout the summer!
May, 2012 - This popular bicycle series of workshops are back, adn designed specifically for women and taught by women.

See the Events Calendar for other upcoming events.

Did You Know?
Drafting a cyclist by closely following her not only helps you, but also makes it easier for the leader. In other words, two cyclists who are drafting use less energy than two individual cyclists who are not drafting.

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