Commuter
Carmel and elsewhere: Sidewalk confusion abounds
Short link to this post: http://bit.ly/CarmelConfusion For a different sort of Carmel confusion, see http://bit.ly/CarmelConfusion2 In 2017, why the buzz about sidewalk riding in Carmel? First, some background. 2014: Repeated inaccurate reports in the Salinas Californian in summer 2014 led to Bicycling Monterey contributing to the Californian “Bicycling on sidewalks: misconceptions and advisories,” published October 15, 2014.…
When no one is looking, who cares about climate change?
As Arthur C. Clarke pointed out, “How inappropriate to call this planet ‘Earth,’ when it is clearly ‘Ocean.’” The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a fascinating place, sure. It’s also a leader in stirring people to take better care of the earth. For example, the Aquarium’s ocean plastic pollution education helped California become the first state in the U.S. to ban single-use carryout bags, through the passage of Proposition…
Monterey Park Cycling: For South Salinas kids, “Your community is your classroom,” and you get to class by bike!
Children from this South Salinas neighborhood bike it together. They get to know their community better while enjoying the many other benefits of bicycling. Here how this public elementary school bike club began, and where they’ve been riding.
From China’s Fujian province to biking in Monterey: Doris Chen, a Steward of the Earth
The vibrant presence and joyful spirit of Doris Chen are visible evidence that biking is beneficial. Hear this native of China’s Fujian province, who visited and worked in Monterey County, tell some other reasons why she bikes… Yes, saving money and gas and keeping the Earth cleaner are among multiple reasons people choose to ride a bicycle. Being a good steward…
Video: “Why stop now” – Perennials bicycling Monterey County
Special thanks to all the people who appear in the video, and/or in the “Why Stop Now” post, for serving as roll models for every generation. Want a few details about some of the people? Or don’t have time to watch the video, prefer to just scroll some photos? Click over to the “Why Stop Now”…