It’s been a while since I’ve updated you on the progress of the Fall Line Trail! I’m happy to report that the first leg beginning in Ashland is complete! Once finished, the proposed trail will connect the town of Ashland to the city of Petersburg for a distance of 43 miles, spanning through multiple countiesContinue reading “Fall Line Trail Update!”
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My 2020 in Running and Biking!
Totals: Running: 772.5 miles Biking: 372.8 miles Races: Southern Tour Ultra team relay in Wilmington, NC on January 18th One City Half Marathon in Newport News, VA on March 1st Taco Trot Virtual 5k Monument 10k virtual Marine Corps Marathon virtual Longest run: 26.2 Longest ride: 23.8 That’s it! The year began in splendid fashionContinue reading “My 2020 in Running and Biking!”
The Virginia Capital Trail
Last week, I shared my excitement with you for the re-naming of the Ashland to Petersburg Trail, which will now be known as the Fall Line Trail. This is the developing north/south corridor trail in the metro Richmond area, and I can’t wait for it to be finished! Its companion in the RVA is theContinue reading “The Virginia Capital Trail”
Update on the Ashland to Petersburg Trail!
Ever since I went to the first information meeting for Bike Walk Academy through Sports Backers, I have been super excited about this trail. It was merely a proposed idea at the time. The route is based on the old trolley line that used to run between the Town of Ashland and Richmond in theContinue reading “Update on the Ashland to Petersburg Trail!”
My Name is Ocean
This is my entry into the Sports Backers creative writing contest as part of Bike Walk RVA’s Bike Month, which is celebrated in May. Events were a bit different this year due to the Coronavirus, and this one was a new addition to the program! Word limit was 500, which was challenging! This is myContinue reading “My Name is Ocean”
Biking for Newbies
Do you remember the first time you actually rode a bike without training wheels? It’s a rite of passage for kids. Those first few rides which felt a bit dangerous and thus exhilarating at the same time are so freeing! And the sense of independence that comes from being able to travel to a friend’sContinue reading “Biking for Newbies”
About Empathy
I read an article a few years ago about the phenomenon of catching yawns. This is something I’m quite prone to, so I was intrigued. The premise of the study was that people who spontaneously yawn at the suggestion of watching someone else do the same is that these people have empathy. Those who don’tContinue reading “About Empathy”
Focus on Wellness: Pandemic Edition
How is everyone? No, really. How ARE you? Have you settled into a new routine? Are you one of the lucky ones who can work from home? Are you studying online? What are you doing to pass the time? I think most of us have reached the level of quarantine where the novelty has wornContinue reading “Focus on Wellness: Pandemic Edition”
Trails in the RVA
Trails in the RVA: A Call to Action Those of us in the Metro Richmond area are so lucky to live in a region with so much access to trails! Richmond and the surrounding areas have much to offer for outdoor adventure, whether you are biking, running, hiking, or dog walking. Personally, I am inContinue reading “Trails in the RVA”
Anne the Vegan 