1 - C & O Canal Clean-up

Fletcher's Boat House, Washington, DC, 350 Volunteers. This is a chance for
our team to work elbow to elbow with girl and boy scouts, school groups and
concerned citizens to clean away debris to keep the national gem clean for
the 3 million annual visitors. We enjoyed the work and celebration last year.

15 - Subaru's Great Cookie Bike Rally

Harwood MD., 750 riders+ volunteers, 15-50 miles. This event features morning workshops, afternoon rides, COOKIES all day! Experts lead workshops on bike fit, road etiquette and bike repair. Cycle one of Maryland's most beautiful routes wandering through quaint hamlets hugging the Chesapeake Bay.

 

22 - Pedals for Progress-Bike Pick-up

Pedals for Progress will recycle bikes to developing countries for those who needs local transportation more efficient than feet. Bikes collected by PfP are shipped overseas to support self-help projects benefiting the working poor and by building a bicycle culture. WABA hosted bike swaps will serve as drop off points with the Bicycle Place in Bethesda MD. PfP asks that bikes be repairable and request a donation of $5 per bike for overseas shipping. The value of donated bikes and donation is fully tax deductible.

22 - WABA Clean-up DC Bike Ride NEW!

Washington, DC, 1,000 cyclists + volunteers, 30 miles. A perfect combination
ride and community Earth-Day event. Riders will sign up for clean-up assignments at predetermined locations throughout the city, such as parks, vacant lots, playgrounds, etc.