The Bicycle Coalition of Maine stays busy with events all year round to connect with as many pedestrians and people on bikes as possible in a variety of ways. We seek to educate adults and children about bike/ped safety through presentations and courses, host interactive demonstrations that advocate for improvements to bike/ped infrastructure, provide valet bike parking at local events, and organize gatherings and group rides to raise awareness and enthusiasm about our mission.
The event calendar below lists our upcoming events and those hosted by our partners and supporters. Check it out, and join us as we strive to make Maine better for biking and walking!
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Wednesday Webinar – Micromobility!
Wednesday Webinar – Micromobility!
Broadly, micromobility is defined as using any small low speed device–including bikes, skateboards, scooters and the plethora of new electric assist gadgets–to fulfill transportation needs. At this webinar, we’ll explore what micromobility is, what the issues around use of new (old devices) are, and highlight some of the policy initiatives BCM is leading to understand and manage these users of the transportation system.
Libbytown Safety & Accessibility Project Community Update Meeting
Libbytown Safety & Accessibility Project Community Update Meeting
What: The MaineDOT and the City of Portland are co-hosting a Community Meeting for the Libbytown Safety and Accessibility Project. The meeting will review the project's progress since the October 2021 meeting and provide an opportunity for community input. Where: Bunker Brewing, 17 Westfield Street, Portland, ME 04102
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Wednesday Winter Walking Series
Wednesday Winter Walking Series
WHERE: Eastern Prom Trail walk. Meet at the BCM office, 38 Diamond St. WHEN: Walk leaves promptly at 5:30 pm. We know it can be difficult to get outside when it gets dark so early! That’s why we’re launching these group walks; to promote healthy living, community, and pedestrian safety. Walk lengths vary from 2-4 […]
Wednesday Webinar –Clara Brown: Paralympian, Team USA, World Champion, & Community Spoke
Wednesday Webinar –Clara Brown: Paralympian, Team USA, World Champion, & Community Spoke
The BCM is excited to host Maine’s own Clara Brown! After sustaining a spinal cord injury at the age of 12, Clara has become a Multi-time World Champion Road and Track racer, a member of US National Cycling Team, and Paralympian. She is also an active member of the cycling community and a BCM Community Spoke. Join BCM as we talk about Clara's Journey, what inspires her, and what the future holds.
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Coffee & Climate: Being Bird Friendly and Bird Safe
Coffee & Climate: Being Bird Friendly and Bird Safe
Join us Friday, February 10th from 9am - 10am for this month’s Coffee & Climate: Being Bird Friendly and Bird Safe! Nick Lund of Maine Audubon and Addy Smith-Reiman of the Portland Society for Architecture will be joining us to discuss wildlife conservation and the importance of bird safe architecture here in Maine and why […]
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Wednesday Webinar: Meet the Maine State Active Transportation Planner!
Wednesday Webinar: Meet the Maine State Active Transportation Planner!
With the publication of Maine’s first Active Transportation Plan, bicycling, walking, and rolling have assumed a new significance and priority for the Department. We chat with Dakota Hewlett, the MaineDOT’s Active Transportation Planner, to learn about how he and the MDOT will support people who use the transportation system without cars.
Community Spokes Training
Community Spokes Training
The Community Spokes Program is the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s effort to create a statewide network of bicycle and pedestrian advocates at the local level. We empower residents to become champions—or “Community Spokes”—of better biking and walking in their cities and towns. Through training, education, and ongoing technical support, you too can become part of […]
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Community Spokes Training
Community Spokes Training
The Community Spokes Program is the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s effort to create a statewide network of bicycle and pedestrian advocates at the local level. We empower residents to become champions—or “Community Spokes”—of better biking and walking in their cities and towns. Through training, education, and ongoing technical support, you too can become part of […]
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Wednesday Webinar: BCM 2023 Legislative Review
Wednesday Webinar: BCM 2023 Legislative Review
The 131st Legislature is just getting started! BCM worked with legislators and partners all summer and fall to field bills that promote access, safety, and convenience for vulnerable users of the transportation system in Maine. Learn about the bills, and how you can help enact policy that supports making Maine better for bicycling and walking.
Wednesday Winter Walking Series
Wednesday Winter Walking Series
WHERE: Back Cove Trail walk. Meet at the BCM office, 38 Diamond St. WHEN: Walk leaves promptly at 5:30 pm. We know it can be difficult to get outside when it gets dark so early! That’s why we’re launching these group walks; to promote healthy living, community, and pedestrian safety. Walk lengths vary from 2-4 […]
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E-bikes in Maine: Policy, Programs, and Possibilities
E-bikes in Maine: Policy, Programs, and Possibilities
Want to know about what's happening locally and statewide on e-bikes? Join Jean Sideris, executive director the Bicycle Coalition of Maine to learn more about exciting opportunities in Maine to promote and incentivize e-bikes for recreation and transportation, including a new policy for a statewide e-bike rebate program, e-bike test ride program, and the rise […]