Cook County Forest Preserve asking for help with master plan

Cook County Forest Preserve asking for help with master plan

As part of its research for a Trail Master Plan, the Cook County Forest Preserve District is asking people to take survey about its trails.

Commuter profile: Karin Evans

Commuter profile: Karin Evans

Active Trans member Karin Evans has been biking to work in Chicago's Western Suburbs for nearly five years. She loves using Metra and riding the Illinois Prairie Path as part of her commute.

Bikes may be allowed on Amtrak trains to Michigan next year

Bikes may be allowed on Amtrak trains to Michigan next year

Starting in spring 2014, Amtrak trains bound for Lansing, Detroit and Grand Rapids may start allowing passengers to roll on four bikes per train. 

Report shows impact of trails in Illinois

Report shows impact of trails in Illinois

The case for more investment in trails in Illinois just got a boost with the release of a new report that surveyed users of six trails

Jean Mooring, dedicated supporter of the Illinois Prairie Path (1926-2013)

Jean Mooring, dedicated supporter of the Illinois Prairie Path (1926-2013)

The Illinois Prairie Path lost a great advocate with the recent death of Jean Mooring at the age of 8

See thousands of people riding Lake Shore Drive wearing your T-shirt design!

See thousands of people riding Lake Shore Drive wearing your T-shirt design!

Got an idea for an MB Financial Bank Bike the Drive T-shirt?

Complete Streets allow older adults greater mobility

Complete Streets allow older adults greater mobility

Getting around safely on foot is a major concern for older adults.

Exciting progress on the streets of Chicago!

Exciting progress on the streets of Chicago!

It’s a thrilling time for cycling in Chicago.

We want your input about bike events!

We want your input about bike events!

As someone familiar with the work of Active Trans, you know that we like to put on great events that engage more people in cycling.

Conference focuses on active transportation programs and policies in Indiana

Conference focuses on active transportation programs and policies in Indiana

 If you live in Indiana and are interested in learning how to achieve walkable, bikeable, transit-oriented neighborhoods, there’s a conference in Indianapolis you won’t want to mis

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