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I\u2019m an alley cat. I enjoy exploring alleys on foot and by bike\u2014especially the ones in my neighborhood. They have their own unique character and roaming through alleys can give you a different perspective of your neighborhood. You can discover who\u00a0among your neighbors\u00a0likes to garden, barbecue, raise chickens, work on cars, and more\u2014all by wandering through alleys.<\/span><\/p>\n

I think of an alley as the route less traveled through my neighborhood.\u00a0 They\u00a0often extend for many blocks. Alleys are great for foot and slow bike explorations because people seldom drive in them except to park their cars.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Some alleys are paved, some are not.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Alleys are a great place to store garbage cans, recycling bins and yard waste containers, <\/span><\/p>\n

old cars and boats.<\/span><\/div>\n
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You might even find a Honey Bucket in an alley!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The alley side of a home is popular with gardeners.\u00a0 It’s possible to spot greenhouses, vegetable patches, raised herb beds, and flower\u00a0gardens on an alley exploration.\u00a0 <\/span>You might get lucky and spot the gardener in action as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Alleys function as active living spaces, especially for children,\u00a0because vehicular traffic is at a minimum and travel at slow speeds.\u00a0 Children learn to ride their bikes and skateboards in alleys.\u00a0 It’s a place to practice your free throws, hula hoop, and have water gun battles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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When you need a break from it all, the alley might just be the perfect\u00a0hangout.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The next time you head out for a neighborhood walk or bike ride, be sure to include an alley route or two.\u00a0 You’re sure to learn something new about your neighborhood.\u00a0 Maybe you’ll become an alley cat like me!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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