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The latest news from Philadelphia’s active transportation advocacy scene – and how you can get involved!
Stephen Bilenky & Kensington HS Junior Jonathan Ramos to be Honored at 2024 Gala
The Annual Gala & Awards Dinner celebrates Greater Philadelphia’s agents of change in the bicycling community, from youth athletes and their supporters to community organizers and advocates. The BCYC Award celebrates individuals whose work engages the next...
Cycling Through Story and Loss: Inside Agile Rascal’s Immersive ‘GHOST RIDE’
‘GHOST RIDE or the play that blows away' is an immersive performance that puts the audience on bicycles, following a food delivery worker on the day they are killed by vehicular violence, and continues into the afterlife with them. The piece is a love song to the...
Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub Re-Opens
The Bartram’s Garden Bike Hub was closed throughout much of July and August due to the recent toxic chemicals identified near the trail. There has since been confirmation that significant levels of the toxic chemical Chromium 6 have not affected the Bike Hub and we...
Camden County Updates the Public on “The Camden County LINK” Trails
In late July, Camden County and NV5 provided updates on the Camden County LINK Trails at public meetings in Camden and Winslow Township. The County anticipates that six projects will break ground in 2025, with the caveat that delays happen and some projects will start...
Sign Up to Testify in Support of Increased Vision Zero Funding and Safer Bicycle Infrastructure
City Council is back in session after summer recess on Thursday September 5th. There are two in-person opportunities to testify for public comment that we are participating in. Whole City Council Meeting: September 5th, 9:15am-12pm Streets and Services Committee...
Roll Wit It: Philadelphia Gran Fondo—Join the Ride!
The Roll Wit It: Philadelphia Gran Fondo is set to take place on September 14th, offering an exhilarating cycling experience through the scenic landscapes of Philadelphia. This inaugural event supports the Bicycle Coalition Youth Cycling (BCYC) program, with routes...
Piscitello Law and PICL Help Launch BCYC’s MTB Program!
As we gear up for another exciting Fall season with the BCYC program, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the Piscitello Law Firm and the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League (PICL). Their unwavering support and incredible generosity,...
BCYC Summer All-Star Program Recap: A Season of Growth and Camaraderie
As the summer draws to a close, we can't help but reflect on the incredible journey our youth cyclists have taken over the past eight weeks in the BCYC Summer All-Star Program. This season was all about pushing boundaries, building skills, and, most importantly,...
Volunteer Sign Up for 2024 Bike Counts
It's bike count time! Here's how to help – sign up for a 90 minute morning or evening time slot at the intersection of your choice. Counts are qualitative and track a variety of data including behavior, gender (M,F,X), Indego Bike Share usage, and e-scooters. Since...
Advocates And Loved Ones Delivered Almost 6,000 Petitions And 4,000 Comments From Individuals To Mayor Parker And Council President Johnson Asking For Protected Bike Lanes And Vision Zero Funding
PHILADELPHIA- On Thursday, August 15th, a crowd of activists, families of crash victims, and concerned citizens came together to deliver almost 6,000 petition signatures and 4,000 individual comments to Mayor Parker and Council President Johnson. The group called for...
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