From National Public Radio (NPR) by CAMILA DOMONOSKE After two years of marked increases, the number of pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. is holding steady with nearly 6,000 pedestrians killed in 2017, according to estimates from the Governors Highway Safety Association. That’s a 25-year high, GHSA says. While the rise “appears to be tapering off,” the […]
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We Need Volunteers for the Fit for Life Half Marathon on July 9!
We need 12 helpers to staff 3 water stations at the Fit for Life Half Marathon taking place in Boise on Saturday, July 9. The race route is on the shady Greenbelt so volunteers will stay cool as they hand out water to race participants. And, it is the perfect location for walking or riding your […]
Annual Sandpoint Fundraiser June 29
Join us at Idaho Pour Authority for our annual fundraiser in Sandpoint to support walking and biking in Idaho! The event will feature a silent auction, raffle and great prizes; delicious nibbles and tasty beer; live music by Marty Perron and Doug Bond; good times with friends; AND a good cause. Want to get some activity in […]
Help Us Plan the Next Idaho Walk Bike Summit!
THANK YOU to those who attended our first-ever Idaho Walk Bike Summit! We were delighted to host you and look forward to doing it again! We are seeking feedback from attendees, as well as those who couldn’t make it, so we have created a Summit Survey. Your responses will help us plan for a better Walk Bike Summit in […]
Statewide Workshops on Transportation Alternatives in May
Workshops on transportation alternatives to be held throughout Idaho May 10-24 Eligible local sponsors are invited to workshops throughout the state during May to discuss the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The meetings will be held in the major Idaho Transportation Department regional offices statewide. Discussion will focus on topics such as the TAP manual, project […]
Thanks for Your Support During Idaho Gives!
As Idaho’s only statewide advocacy group promoting safety on our roadways for all non-motorized users, we rely on support from people like you. We hope you will take a moment to watch this video from Board President Pat Riceci and Board Member Bret Tinker expressing their appreciation for your Idaho Gives donation. Thanks again!
Support Active Transportation on May 5 for Idaho Gives!
Wouldn’t you like to live in an Idaho that is known for its safe walking and biking communities? That is our vision at Idaho Walk Bike Alliance. But we need your help to make this a reality. As Idaho’s only statewide advocacy group promoting safety on our roadways for all non-motorized users, we rely on support […]
Transportation Alternatives Program Grant Applications are Now Open
Here is the link to ITD’s webpage to find all the details you need to get your application started. The deadline is June 1, 2016.
Idaho Walk Bike Summit Scholarships Available!
Apply here for an Idaho Walk Bike Summit scholarship today! Deadline is Friday, April 8th.