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A cyclist\u2019s death inspires advocacy, education and more bicycling<\/em><\/h2>\n
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Scenic views abound on the Ann Weatherill Cycling Classic.<\/p><\/div>\n

The Ann Weatherill Cycling Classic<\/a> on June 15 showcases the vineyards, orchards and wheat fields that surround Walla Walla. Organized by the Wheatland Wheelers<\/a>, this ride offers several scenic route options that tour through the Walla Walla valley, and the century route climbs into the foothills of the nearby Blue Mountains.<\/p>\n

The Ann Ride\u2014as the locals call it\u2014has its roots in bicycle safety education and advocacy.<\/p>\n

Ann Weatherill was a mother, an avid cyclist and member of the Wheatland Wheelers Bicycle Club, and a teacher at Garrison Middle School in Walla Walla. She was struck and killed by an oncoming motorist attempting to pass another vehicle while on a Mother\u2019s Day bike ride with friends in 2004.<\/p>\n

Ann\u2019s death galvanized local bicyclists to take action. The bike club hosted a meeting and invited Washington Bikes to discuss how this tragedy could be turned into something positive for bicyclists.<\/p>\n

The Bicycle Alliance worked with the Walla Walla cycling community to introduce and pass HB 1108 – Ann Weatherill Safe Passing Act in 2005. The law makes it illegal to pass another vehicle if there are bicyclists or pedestrians approaching from the opposite direction on the roadway.<\/p>\n

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Governor Gregoire signed HB 1108 into law in 2005.<\/p><\/div>\n

The Wheatland Wheelers decided to organize the Ann Weatherill Cycling Classic as a way to remember and celebrate Ann\u2019s life. This year marks the ride\u2019s eighth anniversary, and proceeds from it benefit local bike safety projects and the Bicycle Alliance\u2019s statewide efforts.<\/p>\n

We are featuring the Ann Ride in a Walla Walla Bicycle Weekend<\/a> package that we are raffling off. Tickets can be purchased online<\/a> until May 8.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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