Giving Tuesday 2024 - How Your Giving Fuels Safer Streets in Macon
Giving Tuesday is here, and it’s the perfect time to support the mission of Bike Walk Macon: creating safer streets and a healthier, more connected community.
Macon’s Big Bike Ride – A Big Success for a Big Cause!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for first annual Macon’s Big Bike Ride! Seeing the streets filled with over 150 enthusiastic bicyclists was an inspiring reminder of the strength and support within Macon's biking community. Together, we made a powerful statement for safer, more bike-friendly streets, and we couldn’t have done it without each of you!
May is Macon Bike Walk Month!
Macon Bike Walk Month is in full swing! Every May, Bike Walk Macon rolls out a series of exciting, free events and programs designed to get you out into the community and moving.
Shamrock 'n' Ride 2024: A Day of Fun, Adventure, and Community Spirit
Thank you for a wonderful Shamrock 'n' Ride! On March 30th, Macon was buzzing with excitement as Shamrock ‘n’ Ride took over the streets! With perfect weather, participants embarked on a thrilling scavenger hunt across Downtown, Midtown, Greenwood Bottom, and the Industrial District.
Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Awards Safety Grant to Bike Walk Macon
Bike Walk Macon is pleased to announce it has received a $55,156.29 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).
The grant will help finance efforts to develop and execute educational programs that expand and promote bicycle and pedestrian safety to reduce the number of pedestrian and bicycle fatalities, injuries, and crash rates in Macon-Bibb County, Georgia.
Support a More Bikeable, Walkable Macon-Bibb County!
We're passionate about creating a Macon-Bibb County where everyone can experience the joys and benefits of biking and walking, whether it's commuting to work, exploring our neighborhoods, or simply enjoying the fresh air. We're proud of the progress we've made in 2023, and we're excited to share our accomplishments with you and continue making a positive impact with your support.
Open Streets Macon Celebrates Houston Avenue
On May 7, the vibrant spirit of Houston Avenue came alive during the highly anticipated Open Streets Macon event. This car-free celebration of public space aimed to bring people together to reimagine how we utilize our streets, while specifically highlighting the often-overlooked Houston Avenue area.
Celebrating Our Impact: Bike Walk Macon's Journey Towards a Bikeable and Walkable Macon
Join us as we dive into who Bike Walk Macon is, our unwavering mission, and the transformative impact we strive to create in Macon's sustainable transportation scene.
Bike Walk Macon Receives GOHS Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Grant
Bike Walk Macon is pleased to announce it has received a $50,154.81 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).
The grant will help finance efforts to develop and execute educational programs that expand and promote bicycle and pedestrian safety to reduce the number of pedestrian and bicycle fatalities, injuries, and crash rates in Macon-Bibb County, Georgia.
Thank you for joining us for the 2022 Mobility maker awards and member party!
We are so glad you joined us last week at Fall Line Brewing Co. for the 2022 Mobility Maker Awards and Member Party.
This event celebrated some of Macon’s most dedicated sustainable transportation advocates accompanied by a presentation showcasing Bike Walk Macon’s accomplishments and advancements in creating a more bikeable, walkable, and livable Macon-Bibb County in the past year.
Thanks for Reimagining Boulevard and Napier AVE. with us!
We brought Open Streets Macon to the neighborhoods again on September 12th and October 24th! This year, we continued our COVID-19 format and activated two smaller, residential routes on Boulevard and Napier Ave. in the place of one, miles-long route. These routes were selected through a nomination process and aimed at engaging the immediate neighborhood communities.
A special thank you to the North Highlands and Napier Heights neighborhoods for welcoming us and making this year's program a community-led success!
REQUEST A BIKE RACK AT YOUR LOCATION!
Joining Macon’s bike-friendly network is easy. Just fill out the quick application by Friday, October 22nd. If your location is selected, we’ll follow up to get you a bike rack and work together to create a plan for supporting you and Macon bicyclists.
7 Reasons YOU Should Come to Open Streets Macon
On the fence about attending Open Streets? Here are 7 reasons you should bring your friends and family, and share in the experience of enjoying our city streets as public space!