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Bike/Walk Kids / News To Use

Mr. Richard’s “Left Right Left” Delivers Toe Tapping Fun Message of Crossing Streets Safely

It can be tricky to capture the attention of parents and children for the important but sometimes mundane topic of pedestrian safety. So, Bike/Walk Central Florida’s Best Foot Forward (BFF) program staff decided to recruit a pro at entertaining children and “getting moms out of the house” for help. Richard […]

Kids running along the West Orange Trail
Healthy West Orange Trails Connection

Healthy West Orange Trails Connection to Host “Take Over the Trails Day”

On Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9am-12pm, the Healthy West Orange Trails Connection (HWOTC) will host a “Take Over the Trails Day.” The event will celebrate the creation of the HWOTC steering committee, while also providing an opportunity for the community to learn more about this collaborative effort. During the event, […]

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First Trip on SunRail  

A Central Floridian’s first time on the State’s public transit  As a twenty-two-year-old Florida native and a public transportation enthusiast, I’m almost ashamed to say I’ve never used any public transit in the Sunshine State. Like almost 90 percent of Floridians, my car has been my main form of transportation. […]

People On Foot

BWL Column: Don’t let heat, rain put a damper on biking, walking

Now that we’ve settled into the summertime weather patterns — sunny mornings, stormy afternoons, hot just about all the time — be sure to adjust your outdoor plans accordingly. Heat doesn’t have to drive you off the bike lanes or walking paths, but you need to have a plan to […]

Trails

It’s Just a Step to the Left – “Hidden Trail” to the River Off the Seminole Wekiva Trail

If you’re familiar with the Seminole County trail system, you know that many of the trails are paved and not what one would consider being “off-road.”  And that’s the intent. They are safe and beautiful, providing you with hassle-free biking throughout the county.  There are off-road trails like Soldier’s Creek […]