Biking Is News All Around the Evergreen State

We’re Hiring! Part Time Administrative Support Person NeededWashington Bikes is looking for an organized, detail-oriented. friendly individual to join our team.

There’s Still Openings for August LCI Training in SpokaneEastern Washington folks interested in becoming League Certified Instructors can still register for an August training hosted by Washington Bikes.Bike the Perimeter of Seattle on PROS!Join other cyclists on PROS: Perimeter Ride of Seattle on Labor Day and raise funds for statewide bike advocacy.

Support Seattle Parks With Prop 1

Seattle needs stable, dedicated funding for the city’s beloved neighborhood parks, ballfields and community centers. Proposition 1 on the August primary ballot will provide that support, and Washington Bikes board of directors has voted to support it.

Tacoma Wheelmen Support Eatonville Trail Project With $10,000

The bike club’s donation supports the construction of the Bud Blancher Trail to connect Eatonville with nearby Pack Forest and its network of trails.

Yakima Bikes and Walks

There’s a resurgence of bike advocacy happening in Yakima. If you live in the region, get involved!

Lewis Clark Bicycling AllianceThey started out as a group providing input on Lewiston, ID bicycle master plan in 2013. Today they function as a citizen advisory committee to the Lewis-Clark Valley MPO.Bikes are Blooming in WenatcheeED Barb Chamberlain spent several days in Wenatchee in July and was pleased to see bicycling blooming and booming in the region.

Bike Camping in the City–With Kids!

Matt Newport shared his recent bike camping experience at Owen Beach in Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park. The city is offering two more in-city camping opportunities in August.

Auction: Date Change to November 8

Due to some scheduling conflicts, we have changed the date of our annual auction and gala to November 8. Please revise your calendars accordingly! This year’s theme is Create Adventure and we are seeking donations and table captains. You can submit your donation online or contact louise@wabikes.org.

National Bike Challenge: Local Prize Winners Announced

Write Your Ride!

Recently on the Blog:Walla Walla Weekend GetawayWhen I Get Older: Why I’m Counting on a Multi-Modal SystemHills Are Good for the Soul

The No Drop Rule

These upcoming rides support statewide bike advocacy and education with a contribution to WA Bikes. Check our calendar for a list of additional rides.

Aug 2-4: Courage Classic Bicycle Tour
Aug 23-24: Gigantic Bicycle Festival (sign up for the Washington Bikes team, password Washington Bikes)
Sep 1: PROS – Perimeter Ride of Seattle
Sep 20: Blazing Saddles
Nov  8: WA Bikes Annual Auction & Gala