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Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative - 2009 Awards
Twelve municipalities were recently notified of their award for the 2009 cycle of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative. This year, NCDOT received applications from 35 municipalities from across the state competing for a share of the $315,850 of program funding available. Click here to see a list of each year’s grant recipients. For more information about the Planning Grant Initiative in general, click here. (5/11/09)

Safe Routes to School Program
The 2nd SRTS Program call for proposals is now CLOSED.  A total of $3.9 million was available through two different funding categories – infrastructure and non-infrastructure.  Seventy-six applications were received for the infrastructure program, and 17 applications were received for the non-infrastructure program. For more information about encouraging and enabling children in NC to walk and bicycle to school, click here. (02/17/09)

NCDOT Awards Its First Safe Routes to School Funds
The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded its first Safe Routes to School program funds with nearly $1.6 million going to 11 municipalities and local agencies. The funding is for bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects and safety programs for local schools. Click link for more information on SRTS Awards and Press Release. For more information about the SRTS Program in North Carolina, click here. (5/21/08)

Bicycling Rowan County
The newly published Bicycling Rowan County map highlights a modern-day treasure of rich historic sites, quiet farmland roads and recreational areas you’ll want to visit on your trip. For more information or to order this map, click here. (06/02/09)

Point Lookout Trail Opens in McDowell County
While much of US 70 in Western North Carolina remained open to vehicular traffic, one section overlooking the Royal Gorge in McDowell County, had been closed to traffic for many year. This abandoned scenic corridor has been reopened to the public as a multi-use trail and promises to attract many visitors.  Click here to read more. (1/22/08)

2009 NC Calendar of Bicycling Events
2009 is here and we are pleased to make available this year's online calendar. Many events are currently listed. It is not too late to add your event so that bicyclists can make their plans early to participate in any of the cycling events held throughout our state. North Carolina has some of the region's best riding because of its climate and varying terrain from the mountains to the coast. This online calendar list annually, more than 200 major bicycling events taking place in communities near to everyone; there are rides and tours for novice and the professional. To see how you can become involved, review the events on the NC Calendar of Bicycling Events and click on the contact information listed. To enter your event(s), click here. (12/30/08)

Bikes on Public Transportation
Opportunities to combine bike travel with public transportation have increased in North Carolina. Check these links for more information. (10/08/08)


Streetwise Cycling — A Guide to Safe Bicycling in North Carolina
The purpose of the Streetwise Cycling guide is to explain the rights and duties of bicyclists, as vehicle operators on North Carolina's roads. Additional information on traffic riding, handling skills, and equipment is included to encourage more proficient riding. Click here to access this booklet in PDF format. (10/08/08)

Share the Road Specialized License Plate
The NCDOT, Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation recognizes the need to educate cyclists and motorists about their rights and responsibilities in sharing roadway space.  In an effort to bring greater awareness to the public a “Share the Road” specialized license plate has been made available. To learn more on how you can order click here. (10/08/08)

Crash Data at Your Fingertips
A unique resource is now available for researching bicycle and pedestrian
crash data in North Carolina. The Interactive Crash Data Tool allows queries
of cross-tabulated information by city, county, and other variables.(10/08/08)