Pedalfest coming soon, volunteer for our info table
August 14, 2015 by jack
Once again Bike Walk Wichita will be at Pedalfest talking to people about what we’ve been up to (quite a bit) and the status of the Bicycle Master Plan projects this year (lots has happened so far). We’d love to… Read More
Bicycle/Pedestrian proposed funding cut – contact County Commissioners today!
July 30, 2015 by jack
As you have heard, Sedgwick County Commissioners have proposed funding cuts that will eliminate funding ($155,000) for the Metropolitan Area Planning Dept (MAPD) that could result in the loss of staff dedicated to implementing the Master Bicycle & Pedestrian Plans, serves… Read More
Andover Redbud Trail Opening Ceremony -7/16
July 8, 2015 by jack
This hugely anticipated milestone has taken more than two years of preparation and is finally going to be officially opened on July 16th 2015. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 6pm at the Andover Road intersection with the… Read More
June 19, 2015 by jack
The vote to approve our plan to improve the trail is scheduled for the Butler County Commission meeting: Tuesday Evening, June 23 at 6:30 PM Butler County Courthouse 205 W Central Ave # 205 El Dorado, KS 67042 They have… Read More
Working with the Americorp Volunteers
June 18, 2015 by jack
I spent a day working with the Americore volunteers, along with community volunteers Brenda, Larry and John Moore, project manager on the Prairie Sunset Trail It was tiring, first off. But it was also satisfying work. The Americore volunteers had… Read More
Schweiter Bikeway Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
June 6, 2015 by jack
Join us, Wichita City Council Members, and city staff as we celebrate the installment of the Schweiter Bikeway! Help show your support for bike/pedestrian improvements! Bring your bicycle if you would like to join us on a slow roll along the… Read More
Its time to take action now to support bicycle projects – contact your city council member
June 1, 2015 by jack
I know, something called Wichita’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Budget Proposal sounds boring. But this is the key to getting projects funded. Just because they are on the Bicycle Master Plan DOES NOT mean these projects will happen – it… Read More
The Bishop’s Bicycle Challenge
June 1, 2015 by jack
The Bishop’s Bicycle Challenge is open to all interested cyclists and offers three different rides: 22-mile ride 50K ride (31 mile) 100K ride (62 mile) Check-in and final registration for the 2015 Ride starts at 6 a.m. on June 20…. Read More
May 22, 2015 by jack
We need your help! The Butler County Commission has invited the public for a Butler County Informational meeting on Tuesday, May 26th, at 6:30 p.m. in El Dorado (4th floor of County Court House). A few weeks ago we sent postcards out informing… Read More
Traffic Skills 101 Class – June 21st
May 21, 2015 by jack
Learn tips and techniques to confidently ride safely and legally in traffic or on the trail, take the League of American Bicyclists Traffic Skills 101 class. The course is a fast-paced class to give you the confidence to ride in… Read More
May 19, 2015 by jack
When: Sat, June 20, 10am – 5pm Where: El Dorado Middle School, 500 West Central Avenue, El Dorado, KS 67042 (map) Description: Registration Fee: $30 Fundraising Minimum: $100 Age Minimum: 12 years old Mileage options: 47, 71 & 100 miles (1 Day Ride)… Read More