Take Action!

Organize city-wide projects like shutting down one street to traffic for the day. For ideas on planning an alternative transportation project in your city (like a car-free day), see examples of our past events and browse our upcoming event calendar.

Coordinate neighborhood events with schools, health agencies, cycling organizations and walking groups.

Hold community and government dialogues about sustainable transportation and other policy options.

Write a press release to attract publicity for your event. For a sample, check out Earth Day Network's ECFD 2001 press release.

February 2002 Rides and Walks

13 Wednesday 6-8:30 pm    Volunteer Night

Volunteer Night at the Office. Help us spread the message of sensible transportation. For more info call Laika Ander at 202-364-9011.

18 Monday 6:30 pm    ATA Committee Monthly Meeting

459 Union St., 2nd floor, near 7th Ave.  For more info call Clara Emmer at 202-745-9393. Metro Committee meetings are free and open to all.

20 February 6 pm    Bike Week Meeting

DC Bike Week Planning Meeting and annual celebration of biking in DC. Contact Laika Ander at 202-364-9011.

27 Wednesday 6-8:30 pm    Volunteer Night

ATA office. Help with ATA's mailing.  For more info contact Laika Ander at 202-364-9011.

March 2002 Rides and Walks

8 Friday 6:00 pm   Dinner & Lecture

Moving Beyond Planning: Implementing Transportation Solutions

Lecture and Dinner hosted by the Friends of Alternative Transportation.  Tickets are available for $15 dollars at the ATA office or by calling 202-364-9011. Proceeds will benefit the Friends of Alternative Transportation and the Greater Metro Area Cyclist Society.

11 Monday 7:30-9:00pm     NCAB Meeting

The Noise Control Advisory Board (NCAB) meets the second Monday of every other month in the conference room of the Department of Environmental Protection. The NCAB provides guidance and recommendations on noise related issues to the City Planning Board. Persons interested in attending or providing comments are encouraged to contact Trace Lejando, Staff Advisor at 202-543-9639.

18 Monday 6:30 pm    ATA Monthly Meeting

459 Union St., 2nd floor, near 7th Ave.   For more info call Clara Emmer at 202-745-9393. Metro Committee meetings are free and open to all.

20 Wednesday: 8:30 -1:30.Orientation to the National Wildlife Visitor Center

Learn the logistics of planning and scheduling a visit and discover how to use the "Wisdom of Wildness" exhibits to reinforce our message of environmental impact and resource management.  Please call 301-497-5763 to register. Dress casually for both indoor and outdoor activities.  Space is limited - please register early. Visit http://patuxent.fws.gov. The National Wildlife Visitor Center is located off of Powder Mill Road, between the Baltimore/Washington Parkway and Route 197, south of Laurel, MD. Phone: 301-497-5763.

26 Tuesday 6-8 pm    ATA Lecture Series

"Transporting DC's Waste - There's Got to be a Better Way," Brenda Miller, Author, "The Fat of the Land".  ATA meetings are free and open to all.  For more information, call 202-543-9569.

26 Tuesday 8:30-9:30pm Energy and Air Quality Advisory Committee (EAQAC).

DEP conference room, 255 Rockville Pike, Suite 120, Rockville, Maryland.  See map for directions. For information see the EAQAC web page at www.eaqac.

27 Wednesday 1:00-2:00   Climate Protection Initiative.

A presentation on Global Climate Change and what you can do about it.  The Climate Protection Initiative is an effort of the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection to identify the sources of greenhouse gas emissions within Montgomery County and ways to reduce them.  OASIS at Lakeforest, Lord & Taylor, Lakeforest Mall, 701 Russell Ave., Gaithersburg.  For information call:  Marcy Drozdowicz, 301-869-1508.

April 2002 Rides and Walks  

6 Saturday 8:30-1:30 : Orientation to the National Wildlife Visitor Center.

Learn the logistics of planning and scheduling a visit and discover how to use the "Wisdom of Wildness" exhibits to reinforce our message of environmental impact and resource management.  Please call 301-497-5763 to register. Dress casually for both indoor and outdoor activities. Space is limited - please register early. Visit http://patuxent.fws.gov.

10 Wednesday 6-9 pm    Volunteer Night

ATA office. Celebrate Daylight Savings with a fun and vigorous mailing/planning session!  For more info contact Jason White at 202-543-9569. The National Wildlife Visitor Center is located off of Powder Mill Road, between the Baltimore/Washington Parkway and Route 197, south of Laurel, MD. Phone: 301-497-5763.

11 Thursday 7 - 9 pm      Pasture Management for Horse Owners Workshop

This isn’t for everyone, but have you traded your car for a horse?  Pasture Management for Horse Owners Workshop, Circle D Farm, Howard County, 15535 Carrs Mill Rd, Woodbine.  Tips from experts in the field.  Contact:  Kristal Lull at 410-489-7987 or Kristal.lull@md.usda.gov.

15 Monday 6:30 pm ATA Committee Monthly Meeting

459 Union St., 2nd floor, near 7th Ave.  For more info call Clara Emmer at 202-745-9393.  Metro Committee meetings are free and open to all.

16 Tuesday 7 pm Arlington Chapter Meeting

New Location! Please call Luther Gamon for more info 703-413-9298.  

20 Saturday 10am-2pm    Trail Restoration

Restoring the Bluebird Bottom Trail, Patuxent River State Park.  Meet at the gravel parking lot at Rte. 97 (Georgia Ave). and the Patuxent River on the Montgomery County side. Wear comfortable clothing - long sleeves, long pants and work shoes.  Bring insect repellent, water, a bag lunch, and pruning shears, if you have them.  More info and sign up: www.wsscwater.com

21 Sunday 2 pm    Earth Day Bike Parade. 

Meet on the Green for information regarding route and events scheduling.  Wear something bright, and don’t forget your helmets!  Some pre-ride schedules available at the ATA office, please call Clara Emmer at 202-745-9393 for information.

28 Sunday noon-4pm     Ribbons of Life: Celebrating the Watershed.

Brighton Dam.  A host of activities, workshops,  displays, native plant sale and tree seedling giveaway.  Enjoy professional entertainment and learn more about the alternative energy/alternative transportation movement and how you can help! Info and sign up: www.wsscwater.com. 

May 2002 Rides and Walks  

Please check back for more information on events, rides, and walks taking place in May!

To submit an event, please contact the ATA office at 202-745-9393.  Thank you for your ongoing support and interest in transportation alternatives!