Street-Smart Cyclist · 2009-04-01 · George’s County Anacostia Tributary Trail System. • Long...
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Silver Spring is Bike Friendly It’s no small wonder why thousands of people visit, live, and work in downtown Silver Spring. Getting here is easy... particularly when using Silver Spring’s designated bikeways for cycling or walking. And when they get here, cyclists and walkers find green spaces with rest areas and benches, friendly intersections, streets, and sidewalks, vibrant business and shopping areas, and secure bicycle parking. Fun for Cyclists and Pedestrians Year Round in Silver Spring! BIKES RIDE FOR FREE on Public Transportation Street-Smart Cyclist • The helmet should rest snug and flat on top of the head, not too far forward or backward. • Once the helmet straps are snapped together, there should be enough room to fit one finger between chin and strap. • The straps should be snug but not too tight and should form a “V” under the ears. Silver Spring Regional Map Montgomery County Ride On, Metro buses, and the VanGo downtown circulator are all equipped with bike racks! Each rack holds two bikes and supports most wheel and frame sizes- even kids’ bikes. Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rideon for details. Bikes are permitted on Metrorail at most times during the week (excluding rush hours and select dates) and all day Saturday and Sunday. Visit www.metroopensdoors.com for details. Biking and walking to work are healthy ways to make your daily commute. That’s why the Silver Spring Transportation Management District encourages the use of transit and other commuting options and provides free consulting services to employers to help them establish commuting benefits for their employees. Most Metrorail stations have free bike racks and rental lockers. Add a Little Exercise to your Commute – Try Biking or Walking to Work! Let the Silver Spring TMD show you or your employees how to beat the traffic, save time, and reduce expenses – all while being kind to the environment. Call (301)770-POOL (7665) or visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/commute. Or, stop by the Commuter Express Transit Store (located at 8401 Colesville Road, Suite 150, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F) for information, maps and schedules, or to purchase transit passes and tokens. Their services are FREE! Silver Spring TMD is operated by Montgomery County Commuter Services. An approved bicycle helmet can greatly reduce the risk of death or permanent injury. Look for the CPSC or Snell Memorial Foundation Standard sticker. By Montgomery County law, cyclists under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet. May • Bike to Work Day June • Silverdocs Documentary Festival, AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center June to August • Silver Spring Swings Concerts, Silver Plaza on Ellsworth at the fountain (Thurs. 7pm-9pm) • Friday Street Stuff Concerts, Silver Plaza on Ellsworth at the fountain (Noon) July • Silver Spring Criterium, Bicycle races in Downtown Silver Spring September • Silver Spring Jazz Festival, Fenton Street and Ellsworth Drive October • Magical Montgomery Cultural Fair, Fenton Street and Ellsworth Drive November • Thanksgiving Parade, Along Georgia Avenue to Ellsworth Drive Bicyclists are required to obey the same traffic laws as vehicles Ride on the right side of the road with the flow of traffic Stop at all red lights and stop signs Signal before making turns Use a headlight and reflectorized safety equipment when riding at night ALWAYS wear a helmet when riding, Montgomery County law requires cyclists under 18 to wear a helmet Wear bright colored clothing with reflective strips particularly at night Be sure your bike is in proper operating condition before each ride Never ride against traffic Watch for turning vehicles and vehicles exiting driveways Be aware of parked cars and watch for car doors that may open Give pedestrians the right of way Never ride two people on a bike designed for one Never carry packages that can obstruct views or interfere with control of the bike Teach children the rules of the road for their protection Responsible bicyclists are involved in fewer accidents These signs are used to designate the official routes highlighted on this map. Look for even more official routes to be designated in the coming years. A bike riders creed - Good luck favors those who are prepared! Commuter’s Checklist: • Bright Clothing • Helmet • Lights • Fenders • Hydration • Tools, pump, patch kit ...and a smile ] ] ] ] Georgia Ave Georgia Ave Alaska Ave 16th St Bro o k v ille Rd 2nd Ave Grace Church Rd Freyman Dr Grubb Rd Susanna La Connecticut Ave Colesville Rd Dale Dr Franklin Ave Piney Branch Rd University Blvd East Forest Glen Rd Jones Mill Rd Brookville Rd Eas t - W e s t H w y East - West Hwy Philadelphia Ave Beach Dr N Portal Dr Western Ave Oregon Ave W i s e R d Seminary Rd Linden La Grove St Wayne Ave Oakview Dr New Hampshire Ave Flower Ave Long Branch Library & Community Ctr Silver Spring Library Montgomery College Takoma Campus Silver Spring Takoma Forest Glen Columbia Union College SS Green Trail Sligo Creek Trail Capital Crescent Trail (future) Georgetown Br Interim Trail (trestle) G‘town Br Interim Trail Rock Creek Park Trail To Rockville & L. Needwood To Crescent Trail Bethesda Georgetown (future) To Union Station & National Mall Sligo Creek Trail To NW Branch Tr College Pk Northwest Branch Trail To College Park & Paint Br Trail To Wheaton Regional Park Long Branch Trail Metropolitan Branch Trail Greater Silver Spring Bikeway Connections • Sligo Creek Trail, off-road, from Wheaton Regional Park via Silver Spring to Takoma Park. • Sligo Creek Parkway, on-road, from University Boulevard to New Hampshire Avenue. • Northwest Branch Trail, off- road, from Capital Beltway connecting to the Prince George’s County Anacostia Tributary Trail System. • Long Branch Trail, off-road, Piney Branch Park to just north of Takoma Park through surrounding neighborhoods. • Rock Creek Trail, off-road, begins in Montgomery County and extends to Washington, D.C. For detailed information, call Silver Spring Urban District 301-565-7300 or visit www.silversprung.com Silver Spring Bikeways • Off-road bikeways - ––––––– Also known as shared use paths, these routes are physically separated from vehicular traffic by an open space or barrier. Pedestrians, skaters, wheelchair users, joggers and other non-motorized users may also use these paths. • On-road bikeways - ––––––– A roadway designated for use by both bicycles and motor vehicles. • Connector Trails - Three major bicycle and pedestrian routes converge in downtown Silver Spring – the Silver Spring Green Trail, Georgetown Branch (the future Capital Crescent Trail) and East-West Highway Trail. Refer to the regional map for an orientation. Visit the Commuter Express Transit Store (8401 Colesville Road, Suite 150) and explore your options. Final SS map 05.indd 1 6/26/05 1:34:07 PM
Transcript of Street-Smart Cyclist · 2009-04-01 · George’s County Anacostia Tributary Trail System. • Long...
Silver Spring is Bike FriendlyIt’s no small wonder why thousands of people visit, live, and work in downtown Silver Spring. Getting here is easy... particularly when using Silver Spring’s designated bikeways for cycling or walking. And when they get here, cyclists and walkers find green spaces with rest areas and benches, friendly intersections, streets, and sidewalks, vibrant business and shopping areas, and secure bicycle parking.
Fun for Cyclists and Pedestrians Year Round in Silver Spring!
BIKES RIDEFOR FREEon Public Transportation
Street-Smart Cyclist
• The helmet should rest snug and flat on top of the head, not too far forward or backward.
• Once the helmet straps are snapped together, there should be enough room to fit one finger between chin and strap.
• The straps should be snug but not too tight and should form a “V” under the ears.
Silver Spring Regional Map
Montgomery County Ride On, Metro buses, and the VanGo downtown circulator are all equipped with bike racks! Each rack holds two bikes and supports most wheel and frame sizes- even kids’ bikes. Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rideon for details.
Bikes are permitted on Metrorail at most times during the week (excluding rush hours and select dates) and all day Saturday and Sunday. Visit www.metroopensdoors.com for details.
Biking and walking to work are healthy ways to make your daily commute. That’s why the Silver Spring Transportation Management District encourages the use of transit and other commuting options and provides free consulting services to employers to help them establish commuting benefits for their employees.
Most Metrorail stations have free bike racks and rental lockers.
Add a Little Exercise to your Commute – Try Biking or Walking to Work!
Let the Silver Spring TMD show you or your employees how to beat the traffic, save time, and reduce expenses – all while being kind to the environment. Call (301)770-POOL (7665) or visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/commute. Or, stop by the Commuter Express Transit Store (located at 8401 Colesville Road, Suite 150, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F) for information, maps and schedules, or to purchase transit passes and tokens. Their services are FREE! Silver Spring TMD is operated by Montgomery County Commuter Services.
An approved bicycle helmet can greatly reduce the risk of death or permanent injury. Look for the CPSC or Snell Memorial Foundation Standard sticker. By Montgomery
County law, cyclists under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet.
May• Bike to Work Day
June • Silverdocs Documentary Festival, AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
June to August • Silver Spring Swings Concerts, Silver Plaza on Ellsworth at the fountain (Thurs. 7pm-9pm)
• Friday Street Stuff Concerts, Silver Plaza on Ellsworth at the fountain (Noon)
July • Silver Spring Criterium, Bicycle races in Downtown Silver Spring
September • Silver Spring Jazz Festival, Fenton Street and Ellsworth Drive
October • Magical Montgomery Cultural Fair, Fenton Street and Ellsworth Drive
November • Thanksgiving Parade, Along Georgia Avenue to Ellsworth Drive
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• Sligo Creek Parkway, on-road, from University Boulevard to New Hampshire Avenue.
• Northwest Branch Trail, off- road, from Capital Beltway connecting to the Prince George’s County Anacostia Tributary Trail System.
• Long Branch Trail, off-road, Piney Branch Park to just north of Takoma Park through surrounding neighborhoods.
• Rock Creek Trail, off-road, begins in Montgomery County and extends to Washington, D.C.
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Silver Spring Bikeways• Off-road bikeways - ––––––– Also known as shared use paths, these routes are
physically separated from vehicular traffic by an open space or barrier. Pedestrians, skaters, wheelchair users, joggers and other non-motorized users may also use these paths.
• On-road bikeways - ––––––– A roadway designated for use by both bicycles and motor vehicles.
• Connector Trails - Three major bicycle and pedestrian routes converge in downtown Silver Spring – the Silver Spring Green Trail, Georgetown Branch (the future Capital Crescent Trail) and East-West Highway Trail. Refer to the regional map for an orientation.
Visit the Commuter Express Transit Store (8401 Colesville Road, Suite 150) and explore your options.
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Silver Spring has it AllDowntown Silver Spring is experiencing a dramatic renaissance – showcasing its urban and suburban appeal. The area has long been known as a destination for specialized retail as well as international dining and has quickly become the home of a burgeoning media, video, and creative content industry. And now, getting here is easier then ever!
For more information concerning your commuting options in and around Silver Spring, contact Silver Spring Transportation Management District (TMD) at (301) 770-POOL (7665) or visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/commute.
MAPMongtomery County
Maryland
Featuring:• Bike and pedestrian routes
• Dining, shopping, entertainment and public service destinations
• Amenities for bikers
• Public transportation options
• Safety tips, rules of the road, and other helpful resources
July 2005
More Cycling Resources Montgomery County: • Bikeways Coordinator, 240-777-7244, www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dpwt
• M-NCPPC Bikeways Coordinator, 301-495-4525
Local Bike Organizations: • Montgomery County Bicycle Action Group (MCBAG), 240-777-7244,
www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dpwt
• Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA), 202-628-2500, www.waba.org
• League of American Bicyclists, 202-822-1333, www.bikeleague.org
Others: • Bicycle clubs, organizations, government offices, and other web sites of interest to bicyclists in Maryland,
http://www.ohbike.org/links.htm
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BlairPlaza
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DistrictCourt House
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Silver SpringLibrary
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Map produced byMontgomery County DTS-GIS
Silver SpringCentral Business District
This bicycle map has been created to aid cyclists and pedestrians in planning both recreational and commuter trips in Silver, Spring Maryland. Bicyclists have the same responsibility as motor vehicle operators to obey traffic laws. All bicyclists should be aware that conditions on streets and trails may vary greatly. Please be prepared to make your own evaluation of the conditions of the roadway or trail on which you are riding. Plan your route appropriate to your riding ability. The user of this map bears full responsibility for his or her own safety. Information contained within this map was accurate as of the printing date (2005).
Published by:Montgomery County Department of Public Works and Transportation,Commuter Services Section
Bus Routes Serving Downtown Silver SpringVanGo- A free circulator shuttle (every 8-10 minutes) with 14 stops around downtown Silver Spring.
Ride On Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and the Montgomery College Campus Connector (Route schedules available at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rideon)
Metrobus Routes 70, 71, F4, F6, J1, J2, J3, J4, J5, Q2, S2, S4, Y5, Y7, Y8, Y9, Z2, Z6, Z8, Z9, Z11, Z13, and Z29 (Route schedules available at www.metroopensdoors.com)
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