Local Motion - Active Living in Charlottesville and Albemarle, Virginia

May 14, 2008

Testimonial Photo

"Walking is an easy exercise - you just have to put one foot in front of the other. QCC Walks! is a friendly group. You move at your own pace and age is not a barrier to participation."
— Margaret C.

"I take my kids to the park to run around and let some energy out. We also like to spend quality family time watching the softball games. It's great to see my kids having fun at the park."
— Adrienne H.

Tip #8

Walk, jog or cycle to work. You'll save on gas, parking and avoid traffic.

News

"Bicycle Friendly" Charlottesville!

The League of American Bicyclists decided this week that Charlottesville is a “Bicycle Friendly Community.” Two UVA students worked with the Alliance for Community Choice in Transportation this last Fall and Winter to complete a lengthy and detailed application for this designation.

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Posted on May 2, 2008

Local Motion at the Dogwood Parade!

Join the Local Motion float at the Dogwood Parade on April 26th! Walkers, cyclists, dancers, etc. of all ages and abilities are welcome to move their way around the parade circuit (a little over one mile) behind our Local Motion banner. E-mail peggy.paviour@vdh.virginia.gov to find out where and when to meet.

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Posted on April 17, 2008