Check out these additional links for more resources outside of the Ithaca/Fingerlakes region.
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This groups mission is increasing education, safety, access for all cyclists in New York. A non-profit orgainzation, they provide tons of information on advocacy, education, and events. The NYBC can be found online at nybc.net.
The New York State Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) coordinates traffic safety activities in the state. Through their website, the GTSC seeks to share timely, accurate and useful news, information and other resources about traffic safety and the state's highway safety grant program. Grant program applications, program management forms and local and state crash and ticket data are posted. These resources are available for both the professional partners and the citizens of New York State at www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us.
This website is maintained by the New York State Department of Health, and provides statistical information on Bicycle and Pedestrian injuries. Click here to view the site.
nysphyisicalactivity.org provides tools, resources, and opportunities to enchance physical activity in New York. This site is a part of the Be Active New York statewide initiative.
The Initiative for Healthy Infrastructure (iHi) is a project of the State University of New York at Albany designed to help communities create physical environments that support healthy, active lifestyles. The initiative includes teaching, research, policy development, public outreach and planning in a cross-disciplinary approach. Specific efforts in the iHi program include developing county-level Healthy Infrastructure Plans, establishing a Resource Center to provide technical support, and hosting a biennial Healthy Infrastructure Conference. Click here to visit their homepage.
Founded in 1985, Parks & Trails New York has grown from a small group of park advocates to over 5000 members and supporters from every region of the state. Their mission is to " ...expand, protect and promote a network of parks, trails, and open spaces throughout our state for use and enjoyment by all." Point your browser to ptny.org to check out Parks & Trails online.
A great resource on transportation planning for non-motorized safety countermeasures. Find them online.
A 5500-member NYC-area non-profit citizens group working for better bicycling, walking and public transit, and fewer cars. We work for safer, calmer streets and car-free parks. View their offerings at transalt.org.
The League strives to promote cycling for fun, fitness, and trasportation and work through education and advocacy. Find their website online at bikeleague.org.
The PBIC seeks to improve the quality of life in American communities by promoting safe walking and biking as a viable means of transportation and exercise. Their main site can be found at pedbikeinfo.org, and the group's bicycle and pedestrian specific pages at bicyclinginfo.org and walkinginfo.org, respectively.
The NCBW provides bicycle and pedestrian advocates and professionals, transportation engineers and planners, public health specialists, and others with easy access to the information, training, tools, and experts they need to foster active living through community design. Go to BikeWalk.org to visit their website.
A professional membership organization that promotes excellence in the emerging professional discipline of pedestrian and bicycle transportation. Their homepage, apbp.org, is a must for beginners and experts alike.
Walkable Communities was organized specifically to help communities of all sizes become more pedestrian friendly. Check them out at walkable.org
A large site that, aside from plenty of information, offers audio and video clips, interactive online content, and loads of images. Click here to discover the Science of Cycling.
A fun page for kids hosted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's two favorite crash dummies, Vince and Larry. Tours of the city start over here.
Earth Force encourages young people to improve their communities and the enviroment by training and supporting educators around the country. Find out more at earthforce.org.