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Thanks for making XC Skiing at the Intervale happen!
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THANK YOU
To everyone who supported our Year-End Appeal! We're so grateful for your generosity.
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Thank you for working with us to promote people-powered recreation and transportation!
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You don't have to go 'to the mountain' to stay active during the winter. Come enjoy some snowy winter fun right in town!
Sunday, January 6th, 10am to 2pm
Intervale Community Farm, 282 Intervale Road, Burlington 300 yards past the McNeil Generating Plant
Enjoy winter with some fun free outdoor activities in Burlington's largest  natural area -- the Intervale! We'll have snowshoes, cross-country skis and skate skis to try for free. Enjoy kids' activities, guided nature walks and more.
Building off of the Intervale Center's successful "Summervale" events, many organizations have come together to host Wintervale -- a celebration of wintertime activities.
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Glenn Eames Presents: Cycling in Post-Oil Cuba
Join us this Tuesday, January 8th, for the re-launch of our popular Travel Talks series!
What: Travel Talks
When: Tuesday, 1/8 from 7pm - 9pm
Where: Maglianero, 47 Maple St. BTV
In this first of four monthly events, Glenn Eames of the Old Spokes Home will recount his experiences cycling in Cuba:
In 1992, a small group of "Cyclepaths" traveled to Havana, Cuba to attend a conference titled "Cycling, an option for the 21st Century." Here they discovered Cuba -- a country that had suddenly found itself with limited petroleum resources at the height of the Special Period. Their solution? Import 750,000 Chinese Roadster Bicycles and convert to a pedal-powered society.
This is a can't-miss event! A variety of coffee beverages, and a limited amount of light fare, will be available for purchase.
Travel Talks will continue on the second Tuesday of each month through April. Be sure to check our online Events Calendar for more details. |
Converting a Public Hazard into an Asset
 Thanks to a $140,000 sidewalk grant from the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC), Essex Junction is well more than a third of the way toward funding a new multi-use path between the village center and the high school. In the process, the community hopes to turn one of its "problem areas" into a major community asset.
The rail line from the Amtrak station up to North Street in Essex Junction is a preferred walking route for Essex High School students to walk to the village center. The problem is, the end of the school day lines up with the schedule of a train that comes through the village each afternoon, which creates a very unsafe situation for students. It's also a magnet for somewhat unsavory activities due to a lack of lighting.
The rail line from the Amtrak station up to North Street in Essex Junction is a preferred walking route for Essex High School students to walk to the village center. The problem is, the end of the school day lines up with the schedule of a train that comes through the village each afternoon, which creates a very unsafe situation for students. It's also a magnet for somewhat unsavory activities due to a lack of lighting. Read more ...
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This February: 6th Annual Great Ice in Grand Isle!
Home of the largest skating oval on Lake Champlain City Bay, North Hero Winter is off to a cold, snowy start this year, which can only mean one thing: Lots of opportunities for active family fun during Great Ice in Grand Isle! Save the Date(s)! Friday, February 8th - Sunday, February 10th & Saturday, February 16th - Sunday, February 17th New this year: The Champlain Islands Ice Marathon, with 1K, 5K, 25K and 40K timed events on the oval. We'll also have fun with old standbys like the Christmas Tree bonfire, Nordic Skating demos, the Kids' Fishing Derby, the Frozen Chosen human-powered races and more! See the latest schedule of events here.
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Biking & Walking Supports 1,400 Jobs in VT
 We intuitively know that walking and bicycling are good for Vermont's economy, health and quality of life -- but now we have more data to back up this assertion. In 2012, the State of Vermont completed an economic impact study of walking and bicycling
Click here to watch the 9-minute video or to download the full report.
Key findings from 2009 include:
- Building Pedestrian & Bike Facilities Creates Jobs: The State, Towns and others spend $9.8M / year on bicycle & pedestrian infrastructure and programs -- generating a statewide employment of 233 direct and indirect workers with a payroll of 9.9M.
- Running & Biking Events Bring Attract 16,000 Participants: The 40 major running and bicycling events attracted over 16,000 participants. Combined with family and friends, they spent over $6M in Vermont. This spending supports 160 workers with $4.7M in labor earnings.
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Yup: Active Transportation = Healthy Communities
Here's a great infographic summarizing research from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Click 'read more' below for the full infographic. You can also see even more on their website
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Hats Off to Helping Kids!
The holidays may be over -- but there's always a good reason to buy a toy or book for your favorite kid -- or kid-at-heart!
The next time you need to buy a birthday or other special-occasion gift, please consider shopping at Kohl's, at the University Mall. They'll donate $5 from each qualifying purchase directly to Kohl's Kids Bike Smart, powered by Local Motion.
The beloved Dr. Seuss tops the list of merchandise for kids; see the full list of qualifying items for kids and adults here.
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Cold Weather Riding
I first started riding through the winter in the 80's. At that time, there was only one other winter rider in Burlington. Most people thought we were crazy. A lot has changed since then, and winter riders are everywhere. Here is some advice for those who want to explore the pleasures and challenges of cold weather riding.
- Winter riding often means riding at night. Make sure you have reflective clothing and front and back lights. When the roads are narrow because of snow, it is essential to be visible.
- Dress carefully and make sure you have backup gear should it suddenly get colder than expected. Go outside and feel the temperature. Sunny days can be deceiving and under dressing means an uncomfortable ride.
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Local Motion member, storyteller and writer Peter Burns is an avid biker, walker and swimmer in the Burlington area. He began bike riding through the winter in the early 80's. A passionate advocate for biking and walking, he tries to maintain a tiny carbon footprint.
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Happy New Year!
Local Motion 2013 Crew: Abdullah, Brian, Chapin, Charlene, Dan, Don, Hannah, Jane, Jason, Kevin, Leslye, Lou, Marion and Mary Catherine |
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