Author Archives: Dennis Desmarais

GLASTONBURY’S BIKE FRIENDLY FACILITY PROGRAM (BFF)

The following is a new release published by the Glastonbury Parks & Recreation Department.  Great news for cyclists in Glastonbury! GLASTONBURY’S BIKE FRIENDLY FACILITY PROGRAM (BFF) Do you have a business or facility and are looking to attract more business and support cycling?  Or are you a cyclist looking to do business in places where […]

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BWG Input on 2017-2027 PLAN OF CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT

The Town Plan and Zoning Commission have initiated the process to update the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) and will be publishing a revised plan for the years 2017 – 2027. BWG President Jeff Stein submitted the following input on behalf of BWG: I am writing on behalf of Bike/Walk Glastonbury (BWG) in my […]

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Minutes from the March meeting.

If you missed our March BWG meeting, you can catch up with the minutes here.

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January 2017 Bike Advisory Group Meeting

The minutes have been posted from this month’s Bike Advisory Group Meeting. 2017 January 12 BAG Minutes Among the highlights from this meeting: Possible trail improvements for Mountain Biking at the Longo Open space Planning will start on the Glastonbury Bike Friendly Business program Progress continues on the planning for the next phase of the […]

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An Open Letter to Senator Cassano

The following letter was sent by the BWG Board to Senator Cassano over the weekend.   Senator Steve Cassano Legislative Office Building Room 2200 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 Dear Senator Cassano, I am writing on behalf of the Board of Directors of Bike Walk Glastonbury as a follow up to our meeting last year regarding the […]

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2016 Progress Report

New Trails & Connections Right of Way and funding secured for the Multi-Use Trail from Western Blvd. to House St.. Construction anticipated in 2017 Putnam Bridge Walkway Approach – Design work proceeding, CT DOT working to secure funding Community Outreach Kiwanis Tour of Glastonbury – Silver sponsor of Discover Connecticut Bicycle Tour Bicycle Helmet Donations […]

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Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt

This year’s Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt was a huge success!  Beautiful autumn weather inspired over 70 riders (mostly families with children of all ages) to scour the cycling friendly roads of Glastonbury in search of the “secret stops” to collect tickets for the prize drawing held at the Applefest.  The grand prize once again was […]

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Discover Tour of Glastonbury

This August, Bike Walk Glastonbury was a Silver Sponsor for the Discover Tour of Glastonbury.  This year’s event had riders enjoying three different routes of 10, 25, and 50 miles.  The ride featured a post-ride BBQ under the big tent with music by The Meadow Brothers.  Nearby the big tent, the event organizers held a […]

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National Bike to Work Day

How much? FREE When? Friday, May 20, 6:30 am to 9:00 am. Where? 331 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033   Celebrate National Bike to Work Day. Drop by for coffee, refreshments, local and state advocacy information, and camaraderie. We will also lead a ride, leaving at 6:45 am, to join the Hartford Bike to […]

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BWG Bike Helmet Donation

Smiling faces were in abundance when BikeWalk Glastonbury presented bike helmets to about 20 youngsters at the Welles Village Community Center this week. Every child left with a helmet in his or her choice of color. The event included a bike safety talk by a Glastonbury police officer and individual helmet fitting by Bicycles East. Youth and Family […]

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