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New Jersey Bike School: Bicycle Education Workshop
Bicycling is a fun and healthy form of transportation and physical activity, bringing many benefits to both the cyclist and to his or her community. It is also the first independent mode of travel for many children, aside from walking. Early, hands-on education of bicycle riding skills and behaviors is [...]
Congratulations 2017 Recipients of the NJ Safe Routes to School Recognition Program!
The New Jersey Department of Transportation and the NJ Safe Routes to School Resource Center are pleased to announce the 2017 Recipients of the New Jersey Safe Routes to School Recognition Program! These winners are recognized for their commitment and support of the Safe Routes to School program by enabling [...]
Statewide Social Media Contest — Win $500 toward your favorite health related cause!
Statewide Social Media Contest Could Bring $500 to Your Favorite Health-Related Cause! Contest Dates: April 24-June 2, 2017 The New Jersey Alliance of YMCAs is hosting a statewide contest on social media in order to get more people involved in promoting healthy lifestyles and building a Culture of Health. Participants [...]
May is New Jersey Walk and Bike to School Month!
Walk and Bike to School Month is almost here! Governor Chris Christie has proclaimed May as New Jersey Walk and Bike to School Month; a time when students, parents, school and municipal staff, and community members from all over New Jersey will be walking and biking to school together! Has [...]
NJDOT and NJTPA announce over $4 million in Safe Routes to School Grants
(Trenton) – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) in partnership with the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) today announced the awarding of nearly $4.1 million in 2016 Safe Routes to School (SRTS) grants in eight counties. “Safety is a key component of New Jersey’s transportation network, including pedestrian and [...]
Celebrate NJ Walk and Bike to School Month this May!
Spring weather is on the way and we will be celebrating NJ Walk and Bike to School Month this May, an ideal time to reinvigorate your Safe Routes to School program! Join students, parents, school and municipal staff, and community members from all over New Jersey who will be walking [...]