Savannah

Savannah Literary Scavenger Hunt

The weather is still beautiful, and let’s get movin’ around Savannah! Bike Walk Savannah and  Live Oak Public Libraries present the Literary Scavenger Hunt around Savannah, taking place Nov. 11, Nov. 18 and Nov. 25. On Monday, Nov. 10, BWS will post a list of items from our scavenger hunt — complete a row, column or diagonal each week and share your photos on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to be entered to win a BWS and LOPL swag bag. More information. 

12th Annual Moonlight Garden Rides

MGR 2020 will have a bit of a different feel, but all the same fun!

This year participants from all over will pledge to bike, walk, run or roll a certain amount of miles from October 1 to October 31. At the same time, participants will set personal and team fundraising goals to support Bike Walk Savannah’s crucial work in the Greater Savannah area.

Whether you are a casual cyclist or runner or an avid enthusiast, Moonlight Garden Rides is a great way to connect with the Savannah community. You can choose to fundraise and earn great perks for reaching your goals, or make a donation on behalf of yourself or a loved one. More information.

Savannah Cranksgiving

The eighth annual Savannah Cranksgiving Ride is Saturday, Nov. 14 starting at 1 p.m. Cranksgiving is half bike ride, half food drive and a 100 percent fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon helping others.
 
Bike Walk Savannah (and you!) will be helping feed hungry people at Emmaus House. Founded in 1982 by a group of downtown churches, Emmaus House provides food and day services to the homeless and needy of Savannah. Breakfast is served at 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, fifty weeks each year.
 
Registration for the ride starts at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 at BWS HQ (Corner of Henry and Lincoln streets). At registration, participants will receive a shopping list of items needed by Emmaus House, as well as a scavenger hunt. The challenge begins at 1:30 p.m. when riders roll out to shop by bike. Participants should pick up items from the shopping list without going over $15-20 price limit. This is not a race! Riders may compete by themselves or on teams (up to 6 members). More information. 

Wednesday Walks

Staying physically active is important for both physical AND mental health, and is especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s why we’re encouraging everyone to get out for a walk around their neighborhood or yard! Tune in on Wednesday for a prompt of something to share from your adventure, and take photos to share your walk. Make sure to tag Bike Walk Savannah and #BikeWalkSAV #WednesdayWalks.

Savannah City Cycling Webinar

Savannah’s level topography, dense urban form, and warm weather make it a great place to get around by bike. However, Savannah also has a high rate of traffic crashes involving people on bikes.

This free one hour webinar will equip you to avoid the most common hazards and become more confident riding in the city. Bicycle theft prevention will also be discussed. The seminar is ideal for students and other new arrivals in Savannah.

Visit bikewalksavannah.org for more information. Registration is free, but required.

Savannah Cyclofemme Ride

Ride together (virtually) with Bike Walk Savannah this weekend for the Eighth Annual Savannah CycloFemme, sponsored by the Law Office of Joseph J. Steffen, Jr.  The ride route will be posted on Friday at 10 a.m., but you can join in at any point!

Post photos and videos from your ride on social media and make sure to tag @BikeWalkSAV and #BikeWalkSAV #Cyclofemme.

The ride will be approximately 6 miles and be great for beginners, commuters, racers and everyone in between.! The ride is free, but participants are encouraged to consider a donation to our New Standard Cycles Program at bikewalksavannah.org/donate. Don’t forget your helmet and water!

Cycling in coronavirus coverage from around Georgia

Cycling in coronavirus coverage from around Georgia

As the coronavirus pandemic continues in Georgia, news organizations have taken note of cycling’s role in mobility, public health, and the economy in communities around the state. Here’s how bicycles are making headlines in Georgia:

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See a story we should add to this list? Let us know!

Bike Walk Savannah Wednesday Walks

Staying physically active is important for both physical AND mental health, and is especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic.

That’s why Bike Walk Savannah is encouraging everyone to get out for a walk around their neighborhood or yard! Tune in on Wednesday for a prompt of something to share from your adventure, and take photos to share your walk. Make sure to tag Bike Walk Savannah and #BikeWalkSAV #WednesdayWalks.