BikeWalkBG has been busy with School Bike Education Programs in local city and county elementary schools, hosting FREE community rides, arranging FREE community bike rodeos and so much more. Read all about our fun!

Be An Adopt-A-Trail Sponsor

Adopt-A-Trail is empowered by concerned citizens, businesses, and organizations who want to make the greenway experience as pleasant as possible. This program is a great way to enjoy the greenways and trails while at the same time helping to keep them open, safe and in good condition! Recently additional Adopt-A-Trail participants have been secured. Many thanks and welcome to the Bowling Green Police Dept., Bowling Green Fire Department for recently adopting greenway sections. A special thank you to the following organizations who renewed their adoptions: Fisher Contracting, Bowling Green Running Club, Strong, Towns- Bowling Green, SoKY Hockey, and SKYCTC. The adopt-a-trail has been updated with interactive maps and links to sponsors

Interested in Adopting a trail? There are eight trail sections needing sponsors. Here is what you should know:

- Volunteers shall be at least 13 years of age. Volunteers under 18 years old shall be closely supervised and have parental consent to participate in trail cleanups.
- Each Group shall conduct at least two safety meetings per year. Participants must attend a safety meeting conducted by the Group before participating in a cleanup event.
- Groups shall be required to adopt a section of designated trail for a minimum of a one‐year period.
- Groups shall be required to maintain their adopted section of trail at least four to six times per year.
- The Group shall obtain its own supplies and materials, and litter shall be disposed of properly.
- See the Adopt-A-Trail Agreement below for more details.
- Send us pictures of your cleanup efforts so we can post them.

Thanks to all Adopt-A-Trail Sponsors. Here are a few of the many Adopt-A-Trail Sponsors participants.

Please see our website or contact our staff for questions or additional information about the Greenways Adopt-A-Trail Program. (270) 842-1953 or planninginfo@bgky.org1)

What is BikeWalkBG?

Bicycle and pedestrian planning efforts are organized and conducted by the Bowling Green-Warren County MPO. These efforts are branded and promoted as BikeWalkBG. While the MPO does not have a budget nor carries the responsibility of constructing bicycle and pedestrian facilities, the MPO does work with vario

us local agencies to implement planning projects for improved multimodal access. These multimodal planning activities are carried out by a subcommittee of the MPO’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) – the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC). BPAC meetings are open to the public. Meeting details such as date, time, location, agenda, and minutes can be found HERE. Sign up HERE to be added to the distribution list to stay up-to-date on BikeWalkBG and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee meetings, events, activities, programs, and ways to get

School Bike Education Program Rolls On

BikeWalkBG has received a $8,700 grant award from the Paula Nye Memorial Grant Fund to continue the BikeWalkBG School Bike Education Program. BikeWalkBG, in partnership with Warren County Parks & Rec, the Barren River District Health Department, and community volunteers, provided free Bicycle Education classes area 4th graders again in the 2025-26 school year. The program was launched in the spring semester of 2024. With funding from the Paula Nye Memorial Bicyclist and Pedestrian Education Grant funding, BikeWalkBG and partners are able to provide and bring to schools all of the bicycles, helmets, and equipment needed to provide a 45-minute P.E. session. The program stresses bicycle safety & handling and healthy lifestyles, along with the joy of biking. This school year classes were conducted at eleven area schools involving 38 classes and approximately 1,000 students. Plans are beign made for the 2026-2027 school year.

Thanks to Alvaton Elementary, Briarwood Elementary, Bristow Elementary, Jennings Creek Elementary, Natcher Elementary, Oakland Elementary, Plano Elementary, Richardsville Elementary, Rockfield Elementary, T.C. Cherry Elementary, and W.R. McNeill Elementary who participated this school year. We are scheduling sessions now for fall 2026. If you are a parent or educator interested in the program, or if you want to volunteer with Bike Ed or any other programming that BikeWalkBG sponsors, please reach out to Carroll Duckworth, MPO Coordinator at 270-842-1953.

What is BPAC (Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee)?

The MPO BPAC is a subcommittee of the MPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). The BPAC provides a forum of communication and collaboration for the bicycle and pedestrian community and public officials alike. The focus areas of the BPAC are to plan, advise, advocate, and educate. The BPAC makes recommendations to the TAC, which then proceeds to the MPO Policy Committee for final decision. With all transportation modes (highway, transit, bike-ped) under the planning efforts of the MPO, the MPO better represents a multimodal system where all forms of transportation are recognized and planned within a single entity. BPAC meetings are open to the public. Meeting details such as date, time, location, agenda, and minutes can be found HERE. Sign up HERE to be added to the distribution list to stay up-to-date on BikeWalkBG and Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee meetings, events, activities, programs, and ways to get involved.

Free Weekly Community Bike Rides!

Weekly rides started in April and continue through October. Each week focuses on a particular segment interested in bicycling.

BikeWalkBG – FREE Weekly Community Bike Rides

Mondays April-October 2026

FREE RIDES! OPEN TO PUBLIC!
REGISTRATION: To be completed on site prior to roll out of each ride.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Natasha Smith or check out BikeWalkBG Facebook
E-Bikes welcomed

1st Monday of each month: Women’s Bike Ride

MEET UP TIME: 5:30PM
ROLLOUT TIME: 6:00PM
LOCATION: Meet at Warren County Bike Safety Park located at the Fringe, (717 College St) in downtown BG next to the parking garage (free parking) – corner of College St. and E. 8th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101

2nd Monday of each month: Young at Heart Senior Bike Ride

MEET UP TIME: 5:30PM
ROLLOUT TIME: 6:00PM
LOCATION: Meet at Nat’s Outdoor Sports parking lot at 1121 Wilkinson Trace Blvd., Bowling Green, KY 42103

3rd Monday of each month: Discover BG on 2 Wheels Bike Ride (Confident Riders)

MEET UP TIME: 5:30PM
ROLL OUT TIME: 6:00PM
LOCATION: Check BikeWalkBG Facebook for starting location each week
12-15 mile ride

4th Monday of each month: Family Fun Bike Ride

MEET UP TIME: 5:30PM
ROLLOUT TIME: 6:00PM
LOCATION: Meet at Michael Buchanon Park 9222 Nashville Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42101
For all ages…Ride will be on the greenway

Friday Noon Walking Club

Join us at noon each Friday at the fountain in Fountain Square for a 30–45-minute walk in downtown Bowling Green. Get exercise, enjoy conversation and the company of others as we stroll through downtown. Check out social media for updates.

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