The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission to oversee completion, enhancement, and promotion of the Virginia Capital Trail into a world-class amenity.
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I'm a Cyclist!
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Who says very few people self-identify as a cyclist? This summer, we discovered a loud and proud contingent right here in our region. Have a look at what our talented intern, Preston Slaughter, captured when she pointed her video camera at the people we met. Hope you enjoy this two-minute eye-opener.
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Be safe, everyone,
Beth Weisbrod
Executive Director
Virginia Capital Trail Foundation
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Helmet Giveaway at the Jamestown Trailhead
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This Sunday (8/17), members of the Williamsburg Area Bicyclists -- rockstars Mary Turnbull, Deana Sun, Susan Currey, and Kathryn Blue -- will be giving away (and fitting) helmets to anyone in need. They'll be at the trailhead across from the Jamestown Settlement from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Thank you, WAB, for making the trail experience safe for everyone!
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More Great Support in James City County
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Thank you to BikeBeat for donating a bike pump to Eco Discovery Park, as well as supplying them with Trek bikes for rentals. Located across from the Jamestown Settlement, Eco Discovery Park is a great spot to begin and end your trail experience. And thank you to Conte's Bike Shop of Williamsburg for supplying a bike pump to Chickahominy Park, another trail access point with parking and restrooms.
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Trail Construction Progress
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From East to West:
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Sherwood Forest: Completion by September 2014. (Landscaping will continue through December 2014.) Stay tuned for a ribbon-cutting date for the whole phase in October.
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Sherwood Forest Phase
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New Market Heights: Completion by Fall 2015. Clearing has begun!
Varina Park: Construction will finish by September 2015.
Varina: Construction has begun, and it's gorgeous. Completion by September 2015.
Richmond Riverfront: All phases will be complete by September 2015.
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Varina
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Separated Trails for Chesterfield County?
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An interesting article in RichmondOutside.com from Max Hepp-Buchanan, Director of Bike Walk RVA, on his recent field trip to the Roanoke River Greenway.
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Another (Free!) Way to Support the Trail
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The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation is now one of the registered charities on AmazonSmile, a simple and automatic way to support the VCTF every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the same prices, selection, and shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to the VCTF. Please visit smile.amazon.com every time you shop at Amazon, and the Virginia Capital Trail will reap the rewards!
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Fun Shot of the Month
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Thank you, Amy Broderick, for the photo!
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Just Get Yourself Out There
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Anthem Moonlight Ride:
Saturday, August 16. This year the route is closed to cars -- woohoo! The VCTF is managing course marshals, so we hope to see you out there!
Saturday, September 13. RABA's annual ride starting at Hanover Courthouse.
Saturday, October 4, from the Richmond Raceway. All routes are loops!
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