Posts by Marlee Townsend
LCI Spotlight: Dr. Noemi Waight
The League certifies hundreds of League Cycling Instructors every year and there are thousands of LCIs across the country leading bike education efforts in their communities. In our LCI spotlight…
Read MoreThe Power of Public Art: Creative Placemaking in Chattanooga, Tennessee
When a community applies for a Bicycle Friendly Community award, one relatively new question we ask on the application is about local efforts to “incorporate public art or murals along…
Read MoreNew League Staff: Meet Kelly Gray
Meet Kelly Gray, the League’s Membership Coordinator! This League staffer first came aboard during the 2024 National Bike Summit earlier this year, and we’re excited to finally share his official…
Read MoreNew League Staff: Meet Ally Mabry
Meet the newest member of the League team: Ally Mabry! While Ally may be new to her role as Graphic Designer at the League, she joins us with talent and…
Read MoreSix Beginner-Friendly Summer Safety Tips for Exploring the Great Outdoors
The summer solstice is right around the corner, which means we’ve got maximum daylight for exploring the great outdoors! From state parks to forest roads, there’s no shortage of trails…
Read MoreLCI Spotlight: Helena Howard
The League certifies hundreds of League Cycling Instructors every year and there are thousands of LCIs across the country leading bike education efforts in their communities. In our LCI spotlight…
Read More5 Mental Health Benefits of Riding Your Bike
Happy Bike Month! Did you know May is also Mental Health Awareness Month? While our daily routines can leave mental health on the back burner, this month is all about…
Read MoreOnwards and Upwards: Welcome Diana Hildebrand, Our Newest Coach
At the heart of the League’s Smart Cycling program lies a mission to train and empower League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) to teach bike education nationwide. But who trains the trainers?…
Read More56 Bicycle Friendly Businesses Recognized During Bike Month
What does the company at the top of the Fortune 500 list have in common with a rural soup kitchen? As of today, they’re both officially Bicycle Friendly Businesses! Ahead of…
Read MoreLCI Spotlight: Jamie Miernik
The League certifies hundreds of League Cycling Instructors every year and there are thousands of LCIs across the country leading bike education efforts in their communities. In our LCI spotlight…
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