Author Archives: Dennis Desmarais

An Open Letter to Senator Cassano

The following letter was sent by the BWG Board to Senator Cassano over the weekend.   Senator Steve Cassano Legislative Office Building Room 2200 Hartford, CT 06106-1591 Dear Senator Cassano, I am writing on behalf of the Board of Directors of Bike Walk Glastonbury as a follow up to our meeting last year regarding the […]

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2016 Progress Report

New Trails & Connections Right of Way and funding secured for the Multi-Use Trail from Western Blvd. to House St.. Construction anticipated in 2017 Putnam Bridge Walkway Approach – Design work proceeding, CT DOT working to secure funding Community Outreach Kiwanis Tour of Glastonbury – Silver sponsor of Discover Connecticut Bicycle Tour Bicycle Helmet Donations […]

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Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt

This year’s Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt was a huge success!  Beautiful autumn weather inspired over 70 riders (mostly families with children of all ages) to scour the cycling friendly roads of Glastonbury in search of the “secret stops” to collect tickets for the prize drawing held at the Applefest.  The grand prize once again was […]

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Discover Tour of Glastonbury

This August, Bike Walk Glastonbury was a Silver Sponsor for the Discover Tour of Glastonbury.  This year’s event had riders enjoying three different routes of 10, 25, and 50 miles.  The ride featured a post-ride BBQ under the big tent with music by The Meadow Brothers.  Nearby the big tent, the event organizers held a […]

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National Bike to Work Day

How much? FREE When? Friday, May 20, 6:30 am to 9:00 am. Where? 331 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033   Celebrate National Bike to Work Day. Drop by for coffee, refreshments, local and state advocacy information, and camaraderie. We will also lead a ride, leaving at 6:45 am, to join the Hartford Bike to […]

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BWG Bike Helmet Donation

Smiling faces were in abundance when BikeWalk Glastonbury presented bike helmets to about 20 youngsters at the Welles Village Community Center this week. Every child left with a helmet in his or her choice of color. The event included a bike safety talk by a Glastonbury police officer and individual helmet fitting by Bicycles East. Youth and Family […]

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Scavenger Hunt Sends riders exploring Bike Friendly Roads of Glastonbury

Dozens of riders of all ages braved the winter-like temperatures and hit the Bicycle Friendly roads in Glastonbury in search of the “secret stops” at the 2nd annual Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt.  With a team effort between the GHS Key Club, the Glastonbury Parks and Rec Dept, Bicycles East and of course Bike Walk Glastonbury, the […]

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BIKE BOULEVARD SCAVENGER HUNT

2015 Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt! On Sunday, October 18th between 8:00-11:00 a.m., come and explore some of Glastonbury’s bicycle friendly roads and take part in the Bike Boulevard Scavenger Hunt. You’ll be on the look-out for “secret” pit-stops through the local streets to collect tickets to enter into prize drawings. The more “secret” pit-stops you […]

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