Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia

We spent this Saturday in Hunting Park for Hunting Park United Family Fun Fitness Day! 🚲 🐐 Bicycle Coalition Youth Cycling did a litter clean up of the area before enjoying the festivities while our bike educators activated the Lil' Philly Safety Village with free bike and helmet rentals and riding instruction. PLUS! We raffled off two youth bikes to Fun Day attendees. 🤗 🚲

The next bike and play sessions at the Safety Village is on September 26th! Register your youth at the link: https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/lil-philly-safety-village-bike-and-play-september/e783134

🗣️ Gloucester County Needs a Safer Design for the Glassboro-Elk Trail! 🌳🚲

View presentation: https://gloucestercountynj.gov/DocumentCenter/View/19341/12-03FA-PowerPoint-Presentation?bidId=
Take survey (JUST 6 QUESTIONS!): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/V39ZN59

Background: The Glassboro-Elk Trail is set to connect the Monroe Township Bike Path with the Elephant Swamp Trail, with bike lanes linking to Rowan University in Glassboro making a 14-mile continuous shared-use path. (Elk Township is also planning future upgrades to the Elephant Swamp Trail.)

Funding for this project was first awarded in 2018, but environmental and right-of-way issues have stalled the original alignment. The County has since shifted to a mostly on-road connection.

Gloucester County recently held a public information session on the new plan. The proposed alternate relies heavily on on-street bike lanes along high-stress roadways with speed limits of 45 mph or greater. These routes that won't meet Circuit Trails design standards and include no accommodation for pedestrians.

Stop by to hear project updates, learn what's happening along the trail, share your ideas, and connect with others working to move the Liberty Bell Trail forward. It's an informal gathering, so feel free to come anytime during the evening. All are welcome.

We're also excited to announce our Liberty Bell Trail Bike Ride on Saturday, October 24. In partnership with Bike North Penn and the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, this 13 mile group ride will follow the future Liberty Bell Trail route from Lansdale to Norristown using a combination of existing trails and local roads.

Wednesday, August 12 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Well Crafted Beer Company, Lansdale

RSVP: [email protected]

Before the pros hit the course, BCYC youth riders will be taking on this iconic route for the American Association for Cancer Research Charity Ride on August 30th. Ready to ride with us? Learn more at the link: https://www.philadelphiacyclingclassic.com/charity-ride

Your voice is welcome on August 12th at 6:00PM! BCGP's Legislative Committee, made up of Board, Staff, and community advocates, will meet to further refine the Coalition's 2027 priorities and continue working through the current campaigns together.

RSVP for the meeting link: https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/pol-fy27-august-leg-comm-mtg/e830723

Come borrow and ride bikes with us! We'll be in Hunting Park this Saturday for Family Fitness Day. Designed for ages 3-12, bike and play sessions at the Lil' Safety Village will go over how to ride, ride in a group, hand signals, and friendly rules of the road.

Register at the link: https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/lil-philly-safety-village-bike-and-play-august/e825246

🚲 🔥 Come celebrate the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic with the Bicycle Coalition Youth Cycling program! Event will start with a party-paced ride followed by mixer at Sedgley Porter House.

Event is free and open to community! RSVP: https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/wheels-down-with-bcyc/e828394

Any donations will go towards powering BCYC programming.

This is proof that trails are being treated as essential infrastructure, making it safer and easier to walk and bike in the greater Philadelphia region! Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4waXV6C

Next Wednesday, join this virtual workshop where we'll discuss what to do at the scene, how to address injuries, document damage to your bicycle, navigate liability and insurance issues, and protect your legal rights. Whether you're a daily commuter or a recreational rider, you'll leave with practical knowledge to help keep yourself safe and protect your interests after a crash.

Hosted by Jesy Keenan, a paralegal with more than 15 years of experience working in the personal injury field. She is dedicated to sharing knowledge and helping people navigate the legal process in a way that is empowering and practical.

Free virtual workshop from 12pm - 1pm. RSVP for zoom link: https://give.bicyclecoalition.org/event/bicycles-v-cars-what-to-do-in-a-crash/e826890

🥨 🚲 Join us on September 19th for Roll Wit It! Choose your course from 16 to 60+ miles, ride alongside BCYC athletes, celebrate the joy of cycling, and meet the 2025 Athlete of the Year at our post-ride yard party. 🌳 ⛱️

Beginning and ending at Sedgley Porter House near Lemon Hill, Roll Wit It celebrates and raises funds for our youth cyclists via both entry fees and team fundraising opportunities.

Register at: https://www.bikereg.com/roll-wit-it