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New trail segment off Black Otter Trail toward 6th Ave. North- progress!
The City is seeking bids on the Swords Park Outlet Trail, which will be a 10'-wide multiuse trail on the west side of the 6th Avenue bypass. BikeNet contributed $16,000 last July for this project....
Advocate for trail and lane development at the City’s upcoming Capital Improvement Plan Meeting
The City of Billings is updating our Capital Improvement Plan, and your input is welcome and encouraged! The "CIP" identifies the city's plans for large infrastructure projects over the next five...
BikeMaps.org Brings Crowdsourced Accident Data to Billings
By: Elyse Monat As trail and bicycle advocates, one of the hardest parts of our job is finding bicycle and pedestrian accident data. Our near-misses with the car turning directly in front of...
Anytime Fitness supports BikeNet and offers members huge discounts
Donnette Roberts oversees three Anytime Fitness locations in Billings, and is a strong supporter of BikeNet and the trail system. In addition to being a corporate member of BikeNet, Anytime Fitness...
BikeNet to Roll Out New Driver/Cyclist Etiquette Campaign
Have you ever ridden your bike downtown and been told to “get on the sidewalk!”? Have you ever driven in your car when a cyclist blew through a stop sign without so much as a pause? If either of...
Meet BPAC
Established in 2007, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, or BPAC, is designed to give Billings residents a voice in matters related to active modes of transportation. Seven members: three...
BikeNet Trails Committee Presents Strategic Plan for Building New Trails
Wanting to make Billings a premier community for healthy lifestyles and active transportation is one thing. Figuring out exactly how to do that is another. While the cost of one mile of 10-foot...
New State Bills to Address Cycling
With the 2015 Legislative session starting on January 5th, this promises to be an exciting year for cycling in Montana. Our friends at Bike Walk Montana are currently advocating for several...
Bike Walk Montana Annual Summit
Want to meet other bike and pedestrian enthusiasts from across the state? Want to learn more about how to how to design bicycle facilities such as trails and bike lanes? If so, the 2015 Bike Walk...
Thanks for a Successful #GivingTuesday!
Giving Tuesday was a success! BikeNet’s goal was to raise $1000 including Yellowstone Fitness’ $500 match. We were off to a good start with an article in the Billings Gazette (link), an interview on...
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