Hampton Roads Bicycle Summit Connecting Communities #HRBS2014

MAY 31st 2014Cultivating bicycle culture in the 21st century.

ODU | Student Recreation Center4700 Powhatan Ave. Norfolk Virginia 23529

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Session One 9:45-10:45Benefits of Mountain Biking: Brian Smith

Session Two 11-11:45Dream Ride Projects: Mike Ridgeway

Session Three 1:45-2:45 Panel Discussion: Susan Wilson, Wayne Wilcox, Paul Fillion

What are the biggest challenges you foresee preventing the process of making the city and region more bicycle-friendly? What type of partnerships & funding is needed to help make the city, region, state, and nation more bicycle-friendly? What type of progress do you see the city, region and state making in the next one, five, and 10 years? Learn the answers to questions like these and more during our regional panel discussion forum with several city transportation, recreation and bicycling civic leaders.

Session Four 3-4:00Panel Discussion Continued Small Group Breakout Session

Breakouts are one of the most powerful vehicles for engaging participants and we welcome you to join in this open session breakout group to get down to thekey issues that we are facing as a region regardingtransportation, infrastructure, economics and all thingsbicycle or multi modal related.

Mountain biking is one of the fastest growing outdoor recreation activities in the world. What exactly motivates people in eastern Virginia to mountain bike? We will highlight the findings of this research and explore what has been done, and what could be done to continue to grow the sport of mountain biking in Hampton Roads.

“Adventures of a Naive Cyclist”From a 1992 Perimeter tour of the USA that brought awareness to critical health issues facing our nation, to the creation of a event fundraising platform for organizations that has raised millions of dollars to affect social change and community improvement. This discussion will bring to light the need for genuine collaboration and the teamwork thats needed for our culture to move forward together.

Mountain Room Hampton Roads Bicycle Summit #HRBS2014 Connecting Communities

Session One 9:45-10:45Safe Routes Bicycle Rodeo; Katie M. & Chad T.

SRTS programs examine conditions around schools and conduct projects and activities that work to improve

safety and accessibility, and reduce traffic and air pollution in the vicinity of schools. Learn how

Hampton Roads Schools are making a difference inyour child's transportation future.

Session Two 11-11:45Keeping children safe in traffic: Georjeane Blumling

It is important to teach our children good bike safety rules as they begin to join the biking community. It is also importantthat adult drivers are aware of the differences in how children view traffic and how that view can put them in danger as they

take to the road as both pedestrians and on bicycles. This session will give a child's eye view of traffic and how we as

drivers need to raise our awareness to keep them safe.

Session Three 1:45-2:45 Pedal Up to Clean Up: John Deuel

Pedaling For A Cleaner America is uniting cyclists and citizens to make America’s roadways cleaner,

friendlier and safer. Join John Deuel LIVE while he ispart way through his transamerica ride from the

West Coast via a video conference hosted byKeep America Beautiful. This is destined to be true

“Game Changer” experience you won't want to miss!

Session Four 3-4:00Bike Sharing- Riide: Allyson B. & Amber W.

A comprehensive review of ODU’s bike share programas a proven solution for student transportation. Also

learn and how local cities are following suit with their own employee Bike Sharing Systems & how strategic

partnerships can strengthen the “community fabric” with the use of minimum grid networks and electric assist

bicycles like Northern Virginia's RIIDE platform.

IF WE CAN CARRY IT,WE’LL DELIVER IT

Busy day in the office . . . Carry Norfolk offers bicycle-powered delivery service for restaurant take-out, documents, beer & wine, office needs, health or general store supplies & everyday errands for the business owner, employee and every day individual as part of our commitment to keep the city moving forward.

Proud Alliance Supporterwww.carrynorfolk.com

BEER, FOOD & ERRANDS DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR

Commuter Room Hampton Roads Bicycle Summit#HRBS2014 Connecting Communities

Session One 9:45-10:45GIS Navigation & Exploration Course Dont sit around too long because your crank may start to rust. This session is focused onefficient movement practices through geo spatialco-linear & tangential travel. We will use ancientand advanced mapping and cartographic techniquesfor plotting potential bicycle routes that willredirect the course of regional transit flow.

Session Two 11-11:45Green Infrastructure course

Green infrastructure is an approachthat communities can choose to maintain healthy waters, provide multiple environmental benefits and support sustainable communities. Learn about HUB infrastructure & more.

Session Three 1:45-2:45 Film & Fashion Show

Join us for an interactive performance with #locallove, Reckless Clothing and other fashion designers as wewatch “With My Own Two Wheels” a documentary film exemplifying the global importance of the bicycleand how it has impacted the lives of its users.

Film: “With My Own Two Wheels” - By: Hubub Films

Session Four 3-4:00Health & Wellness Workshop

Its been a long day and now its time tosit back and relax. Listen while we hear local stories about how bicycling can positivelychange your life. With free massage therapyand other health and wellness experts fromthe region this final session will get you ready for our Keynote speaker and loosenedup for our group ride.

Keynote Speaker Bill Nesper 4:15

Municipalities, businesses, and other organizations have a vested

interest in the bikeability of their communities, as research has

shown that these types of communities stimulate the local

economy and are the places people want to live, work and visit.

Bill Nesper will describe benefits and key building blocks of vibrant,

bicycle-friendly places

Elizabeth River TrailCommunity Ride 5:30

“Bicycling is more than a practical, cost-effective solution to many municipal challenges.

It’s an opportunity to make your community a vibrant destination for residents and visitors — a place where people don’t just live and work, but thrive.”

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Hampton Roads Bicycle Summit Connecting Communities #HRBS2014

Thanks for joining us... See you next year!