WalkArlington Blog

Walk the Walk, Attend a Meeting

Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Here is a great opportunity to share your ideas!

Hey Kids! Let's Use Human Power to Get to School

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Remember the thrill of riding a bike for the first time or walking to school that first day? There’s a feeling of joy and independence —a sense of adventure—that doesn’t fade. Let's celebrate Bike and Walk to School Day on May 8.

April Showers Bring Walkers Out For Debut of Bluemont / Bon Air Walkabout

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Walkers of all ages and walks of life came out for the debut of our newest Walkabout!

Join Us In Arlington's Bluemont / Bon Air Neighborhood

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Join us in Arlington's Bluemont / Bon Air neighborhood for a walk in the park -- and on the trails and sidewalks and streetscapes of this Walk Friendly Community.

Walk at Lunch Day 2013 Hits the Sidewalks in Arlington

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400

National Walk @ Lunch Day is just two weeks away! It’s a perfect reason for you and your colleagues to start a new workplace walking routine.

Hit Your Stride One App at a Time

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Here’s the lowdown on some of the latest smart phone applications that can help you take steps to becoming a more informed and prepared walker.

Spring Forward, Share Our Streets, and Be a PAL

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Daylight Savings Time (DST) is Sunday, March 10. It's the perfect time to remind everyone to share our streets safely, whether on two feet, two wheels or four wheels!

Kick it Up a Notch, Feel the Heritage, and Let the Good Times Roll!

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Arlington County has two energizing events coming up this month that will not disappoint!

Winter Walking Tools and Tips

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Whether you're walking for exercise or to reach your destination, WalkArlington has these tips to keep you safe and comfortable walking in the cold.

Thumpety Thump Thump

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Walking off the stress in a winter wonderland.

Ideas and Inspirations on Two Feet

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0400

See how our Gold-Level Walk Friendly Community compares to other cities that have received this prestigious recognition, and draw inspiration from the impressive examples of how communities nationwide are walking the walk toward walkability for all!

Walk 'til You Shop

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400

This holiday season, take advantage of your local status and maximize your resources by exploring the best that Arlington has to offer on foot! Here’s a great way to kick off the season…

November Countdowns

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 4. Follow these PAL tips for staying safe in the dark months ahead and don't let the end of Daylight Saving Time interfere with your right to vote on Election Day 2012.

Be Safe, Be Seen, and Beware this Halloween!

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Safety Tips for Halloween!

Arlington's Junior Commuters Walk the Walk on Walk and Bike to School Day 2012

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400

A day of celebration on foot at Oakridge Elementary!

Reading and Writing and Walking

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Walk and Bike to School Day 2012 is Wednesday, October 3!

Pedestrian and Cyclist Count

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Arlington County will conduct Bicycle and Pedestrian Count on Thursday, September 13

More People Walking More of the Time

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Earlier this month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published their new Vital Signs report that revealed more Americans are incorporating walking into their lives than in years past.

WalkArlington at the Arlington County Fair

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Join WalkArlington on August 12 for a Family-Friendly Mini-Walkabout, then Catch the Shuttle to the Thomas Jefferson Community Center for the Final Day of the 2012 Arlington County Fair!

Why Walk? An Infographic is Worth 1000 Words

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Here are some recent infographics we’ve come across that capture and convey a lot of information about the multi-faceted virtues of walking in a creative and colorful--and succinct--way.

WalkArlington's Summer Reading List

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Many intriguing articles and blog posts on broader topics related to walking have surfaced in recent weeks, just in time for summer reading!

Hot Weather Walking Tips

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400

WalkArlington wants to make sure your summer walks are as safe and comfortable as possible. We’ve teamed up with goDCgo and created this Safe Walking Tips: Summer Edition to provide safety tips for walking in our area’s hot and humid weather.

WalkArlington's First Walk-Friendly Community Walkabout

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400

More than 70 walkers of all ages and walks of life braved 90-degree temperatures and rising humidity to take part in the June 10th debut of WalkArlington’s Arlington Ridge-Aurora Highlands Walkabout.

Walk this Way on Inauguration Day

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:52:00 -0400