Bicycle Route Map

Greater Binghamton Area New York

Binghamton Metropolitan Transportation Study www.bmtsonline.com

Photo by Willie Campbell Photo by Willie 2011 Edition Bicycle Route Map Greater Binghamton Area This map was developed to inform cyclists about access to points of interest and common destinations; to encourage more people to bicycle; and to educate cyclists about their rights and responsibilities as roadway users. In June of 1996, the Binghamton Metropolitan Transportation Study (BMTS) Policy Committee approved the BMTS Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan. A high priority action of this plan’s implementation schedule was to create a system of on-road signed bicycle routes throughout the Binghamton Urbanized Area. The system was designed to be a continuous network linking residential, commercial, and business districts; educational institutions, major employment sites, and recreational areas. In addition to signing routes, the project called for the production of a bicycle route map. During December 1999, the Binghamton Metropolitan Greenway Study was completed with the subsequent Implementation Plan being adopted during March 2000. The study recommended a regional greenway system of multi-use trails be developed for the Binghamton Urbanized Area, which is called the Greater Binghamton Greenway. This map displays the portions of the Greater Binghamton Greenway that have since been completed or funded (with the trail label indicating the estimated year of construction).

See www.bmtsonline.com to view the studies noted above. This project was funded by the Federal Highway Administration Surface Transportation Program.

Bicyclists must remain alert to traffic and changing road conditions, and assume the risk for their own safety. Bicyclists are urged to choose facilities that are suitable for their individual cycling skills. Bike Racks on B.C. Transit Buses

l Racks are first come, first served. Each bus carries two bikes. l There is no additional fare for using the bike rack. l Bus drivers cannot get off the bus and assist you.

l All people using the bike rack must be strong enough to load and unload their bike. l Children 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult to load and unload bikes.

Loading Your Bike 1 l As bus approaches have your bike ready to load; remove all pumps and loose items that could fall off. l Always approach the bus from the curb side. l Tell the bus driver that you are loading a bike. l Squeeze handle and pull down to release folded bike rack (photo #1). l You can load and unload a bike nearest the bus without unloading the bike in front. l Lift bike onto rack, putting the front and rear wheels in the marked slots (photo #2). 2 l Raise the support arm, making sure it is resting on your front tire, not on the fender or frame (photo #3).

Unloading Your Bike l Tell the driver you need to unload your bike. 3 l Move the support arm down and lift out your bike. l Please fold up the rack if it is empty.

For more information call B.C. Transit 778-1692 Safety Equipment Always Wear a Properly An approved bicycle helmet can greatly reduce Fitted Helmet the risk of death or permanent injury in the event of an accident. Look for the CPSC, ASTM, or Snell All bicyclists under the age of 14 are Memorial Foundation Standard stickers. required by law to wear an approved bicycle helmet when they are operators or passengers on bicycles. Any parent or guardian whose child violates this law is subject to a fine up to $50. Every bicyclist or inline skater, regardless of age or ability, should wear a properly fitted helmet bearing a certification by one of the following organizations: l Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) l American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) l Snell Memorial Foundation A helmet should fit squarely on the top Helmets of the head in a level position and cover significantly the top of the forehead extending down to reduce the about one inch above the eyebrows. risk of The helmet should not be able to slide sustaining back and forth or rock from side to side. a serious head injury in the event of a crash. Bicycle Roadway Signs & Pavement Markings

Shared State Bike Lane Marking Bike Route Lanes Sign

FRONT STREET, Binghamton To Request GREEN Wait on Bicycle Symbol Shared Local Roadway Bike Route Sign Sign Assembly Share The Road Bicycling Laws

One Person Per Bike Never Ride Riding double is permitted only Against Traffic when carrying a child, age one Motorists are not looking for or older, in an approved carrier bicyclists riding on the wrong side or when riding on a tandem of the street. Ride with traffic to bicycle. Cyclists under age 14 avoid accidents. must always wear a helmet.

Use Hand Signals Use Lights at Night Use hand signals to indicate Always use a strong light-colored upcoming turns, lane changes, headlight and a red taillight at slowing, and stopping. New York night or when visibility is poor. law also requires each bicycle Use bike reflectors and reflective to be equipped with a bell or a clothing. See and be seen! horn. Obey Traffic Signs Earphones are and Signals Dangerous Bicyclists must obey all local Using earphones while bicycling and state traffic rules. Bicyclists (or skating) on a public have the same rights, privileges right-of-way (street or sidewalk) and duties as operators of other is illegal. vehicles. Remember, a bicycle is not a toy. Use Caution if Bicycling on Sidewalks Bikes are permitted on sidewalks except where local laws prohibiting bicycling on sidewalks have been established. Bicyclists on sidewalks must yield to pedestrians and all vehicular traffic (including at driveways). Remember, motorists do not anticipate vehicles traveling quickly on the sidewalk from either direction. Bicycling Tips

Scan the Road Behind Lock Your Bike Look over your shoulder regularly Lock the frame and rear wheel to or use a mirror to monitor traffic. a fixed object. If you have quick Although bicyclists have equal release wheels, lock the front right to the road, be prepared to wheel also. maneuver for safety.

Ride in a Straight Line Use Appropriate Lane Avoid dodging between parked Avoid being in a right turn only cars. Ride in a straight line at least lane if you want to go straight three feet away from parked cars. through an intersection. Move into Watch for a car pulling out of a the through lane early. parking space.

Beware of Car Doors Be Careful at Be wary of parked cars. Intersections Motorists can unexpectedly Proceed with care at open doors. Be particularly intersections and be alert for careful if you see a motorist vehicles. Establish eye contact in the car. with motorists to ensure that they know you are on the roadway. Confirm that you Turning Left - 2 Options are seen. 1. AS A VEHICLE: Signal your intentions in advance. Move to the left turning lane and complete the turn when it is safe. 2. AS A PEDESTRIAN: Ride to the far crosswalk, dismount & walk across. Share The Trail Multi-Use Trails

Keep to the Right Signal to Others All trail users should keep to the Cyclists: when approaching right except when passing or others, sound your bell or call out turning left. Move off the trail to a warning, then pass safely on the right when stopping. Never the left. block a trail. Pedestrians: move to the right when someone is overtaking. Be Alert Skaters Use Caution Watch for hazardous conditions, In-line skaters: know how to use such as poor pavement, fallen your equipment safely. Follow tree branches and other debris. travel, passing, and speed rules Beware of slippery conditions as per bicyclists. Do not perform caused by water, ice, loose trick skating maneuvers on trails. gravel or sand.

Dismount as Posted Stay on the Trail Dismount and walk across Keep on designated trails to roadways or other posted protect parks, natural areas and locations. When choosing a yourself. Riding off the trail is ‘pedestrian style’ crossing across dangerous. the flow of traffic, cross only when it is safe to do so.

Be Careful at Be Visible Crossings Ensure your visibility at night Look both ways. Cyclists: by wearing light-colored clothing Look yield to through traffic at with reflective material. Outfit intersections, pedestrians have your bicycle with lights as you the right of way. Pedestrians: would for riding on the roads. exercise caution. Be aware of stopping limitations of bicyclists and skaters. BLUE Text Shopping Destinations RED Text Points of Interest Bike Route Information GREEN Text Pedestrian & Bicycle Trails ORANGE Text Carousel Locations See Map for Corresponding Route Numbers Bike Route Direction Municipalities Difficulty Attractions/Destinations Connections to (on or near route) Bike Routes

BIKE East-West Kirkwood, Binghamton, Generally flat or 10, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 32, 33, 35, 36, 38, 40, 41, 42, 43 Local Bike Routes ROUTE Johnson City, Union, rolling terrain 2, 6, 7, 8, 10, 14, 16, 21, 22 17C Sports Complex, BAE Systems, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 Endicott, Town & BIKE SHOPS, Binghamton HS, Campville Commons, CFJ Park, NY Bike Routes 1 Village of Owego Chugnut Trail, Columbus Park, En-Joie Park, Fairview Park, 11 and 17 Glendale Tech, Grippen Park, Hickories Park, IBM, Kirkwood Industrial Park, Marvin Park, Mersereau Park, Owego River Walk, Recreation Park, Round Top Park, Seton Catholic HS, U-E HS, Valley Park, W. Endicott Park, William Hill Park, Wilson Hospital BIKE East-West Conklin, Binghamton, Generally flat or 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 23, 24, 29, 43, 3, 9, 11, African Road Park, Local Bike Route 4 ROUTE Vestal, Town & rolling terrain BIKE SHOPS, Binghamton University, Binghamton General Hospital, NY Bike Route 17 Village of Owego Castle Gardens Park, Chugnut Trail, Commerce Rd. Industrial Park, 2 Ethel Place Park, Franklin Playground, Harold Moore Park, MacArthur Park, Owego River Walk, Ross Corners Park, Ross Park Zoo, Sandy Beach Park, Schnurbusch Park, S. Washington St. Bridge, Susquehanna Valley HS, Twin Orchards Park, Vestal HS, Vestal Rail Trail BIKE North-South Chenango, Dickinson, Generally flat or 11, 12, 13, 14, 26 4, 5, 20 BAGSAI Complex, Binghamton HS, Local Bike Routes ROUTE Binghamton rolling terrain BCC, BC Transit Park-N-Ride, Chenango Forks HS, Confluence Park, 1, 4, and 5 Chenango Riverwalk, Hyder Park, Otsiningo Park (North & South NY Bike Routes 3 Entrances), S. Washington St. Bridge, Wolfe Park 11 and 17 BIKE North-South Chenango, Fenton, Generally flat or 20, 21, 22, 25 1, 2, 17, 18, 21, 22 BIKE SHOP, Chenango Bridge Park, Local Bike Routes ROUTE Port Dickinson, rolling terrain Chenango Riverwalk, Chenango Valley HS, Cheri Lindsey Park, 1, 2, and 3 Binghamton Confluence Park, Otsiningo Park, Port Dick Park, NY Bike Routes 4 S. Washington St. Bridge 11 and 17 BIKE Primarily Binghamton, Dickinson, Rolling terrain 36, 37, 39, 40 12, 13 CFJ Park, Finch Hollow Park, First Ward Park, Local Bike Routes ROUTE East-West Johnson City with some steep Johnson City HS, North Side Park, Virginia Ave. Park 1 and 3 grades in NY Bike Routes 5 Johnson City 11 and 17 BIKE Half Loop, Endicott, Union Rolling terrain 31 Brixius Creek Park, George W. Johnson Park, Highland Park, Local Bike Route 1 ROUTE East-West with some steep IBM, Maine-Endwell HS, Strubell Sports Complex, Taft Heights Park grades on 6 Hooper Rd. & Taft Ave. in Union BIKE Half Loop, Endicott, Union Generally flat or 30 6 17C Sports Complex, Glendale Park, Glendale Technology Park Local Bike Route 1 ROUTE 7 East-West rolling terrain. NY Bike Route 17 Annual Events

January - December Events July October l l Walk to School Day - www.nywalks.org l First Friday Artwalk B.C. Bicycle Race for Sight Downtown Binghamton www.avreraceforsight.org www.walktoschool-usa.org www.gorgeouswashington.com/ l Binghamton Bridge Pedal firstfridays.htm www.bmtsonline.com December l l STOP-DWI Holiday Classic l Third Friday Artwalk – Downtown Owego Broome County Fair - (607) 692-4149 www.owegolovesshoppers.com/events/ www.broomecountyfairny.com Basketball Tournament index.php l July Fest – Downtown Binghamton www.bcstopdwi.com l Third Friday River Crawl www.julyfestbinghamton.com Binghamton River Trails l Lee Barta 5-K Run - www.bartarun.com www.cityofbinghamton.com (Click on l Recreation Park Music Fest “Projects & Initiatives” then “River Trails www.recparkmusicfest.com Commission” l Tioga County Fair (607) 642-5511 or 687-1111 (number open two weeks before fair & during fair only) April www.tiogacountyfairny.com l Earth Fest – Binghamton - www.myedst.org August May l Bike Tioga - www.biketioga.com l National Bicycle Month - www.bikemonth.com l Chris Thater Memorial - www.bcstopdwi.com l Johnson City Field Days - (607) 798-7861 June l National Night Out Martin Luther King, Jr. Promenade, Binghamton l Dick’s Sporting Goods Open www.nationaltownwatch.org/nno/ www.dickssportinggoodsopen.com & contact your local municipalities l Strawberry Festival – Owego l Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally www.owegostrawberryfestival.com www.spiediefest.com l Vestal Festival - www.vestalny.com l University Fest – Binghamton University http://campusactivities.binghamton.edu/ l USTA Binghamton Professional Tennis Tournament www.tennischallenger.com

COMMUNITY PARK, Port Dickinson SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET BRIDGE, Binghamton Bicycling, Transportation & Recreational Organizations Contact the following local, state, and national organizations for more information on bicycling and related activities.

BMTS - Binghamton Metropolitan I Love NY Tourism Information NYSDOT Region 9 Tioga County Tourism Office Transportation Study 1-800-CALL-NYS Planning & Program Management 80 North Ave. / Owego, NY 13827 Broome County Office Building www.iloveny.com 44 Hawley St., 14th Floor Local: (607) 687-7440 P.O. Box 1766 / Binghamton, NY 13902 Binghamton, NY 13901 Toll Free: (800) 671-7772 (607) 778-2443 League of American Bicyclists (607) 721-8250 www.visittioga.com www.bmtsonline.com 1612 K Street NW, Suite 800 www.nysdot.gov/regional-offices [email protected] [email protected] Washington, DC 20006-2850 (202) 822-1333 Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center Tioga Velo Club – TVC Broome County Department of Parks & Recreation www.tiogavelo.com www.bikeleague.org 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 300 Broome County Office Building [email protected] [email protected] Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3430 P.O. Box 1766 / Binghamton, NY 13902 (877) 925-5245 (607) 778-2193 National Center for Bicycling and Walking www.pedbikeinfo.org www.gobroomecounty.com/parks 1612 K Street, NW [email protected] IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DIAL 911 [email protected] Suite 802 / Washington DC 20006 (202) 223-3621 Southern Tier Bicycle Club – STBC, Inc. Fresh Cycles Youth Program P.O. Box 601 / Binghamton, NY 13902-0601 Binghamton - 772-7226 www.bikewalk.org / [email protected] www.southerntierbicycleclub.org http://sites.google.com/site/freshcycles New York State Bicycling Coalition (NYBC) [email protected] [email protected] PO Box 8868 / Albany, NY 12208 (518) 436-0889 Southern Tier Bike Project Greater Binghamton Convention & Visitor’s Bureau www.nybc.net / [email protected] (607) 754-9527 49 Court Street, 2nd Floor www.southerntierbikeproject.com PO Box 995 / Binghamton, NY 13902 New York State Department of Transportation [email protected] (800) 836-6740 or (607) 772-8860 Bicycle and Pedestrian Program www.binghamtoncvb.com 50 Wolf Road, POD 54 / Albany, NY 12232 [email protected] (518) 457-8307 www.nysdot.gov/modal/bike OTSININGO PARK, Binghamton

BLUE Text Shopping Destinations Bicycle Route Map Bike Racks on B.C. Transit Buses RED Text Points of Interest Greater Binghamton Area Share The Road Bike Route Information GREEN Text Pedestrian & Bicycle Trails ORANGE Text Carousel Locations This map was developed to inform cyclists about See Map for Corresponding Route Numbers access to points of interest and common destinations; Bicycling Laws to encourage more people to bicycle; and to educate Bike Route Direction Municipalities Difficulty Attractions/Destinations Connections to l Racks are first come, first served. (on or near route) Bike Routes cyclists about their rights and responsibilities as One Person Per Bike Never Ride roadway users. Each bus carries two bikes. Riding double is permitted only l There is no additional fare for using the Against Traffic BIKE East-West Kirkwood, Binghamton, Generally flat or 10, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 32, 33, 35, 36, 38, 40, 41, 42, 43 Local Bike Routes when carrying a child, age one ROUTE In June of 1996, the Binghamton Metropolitan bike rack. Motorists are not looking for Johnson City, Union, rolling terrain 2, 6, 7, 8, 10, 14, 16, 21, 22 17C Sports Complex, BAE Systems, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 Transportation Study (BMTS) Policy Committee or older, in an approved carrier bicyclists riding on the wrong side Endicott, Town & BIKE SHOPS, Binghamton HS, Campville Commons, CFJ Park, NY Bike Routes approved the BMTS Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan. or when riding on a tandem of the street. Ride with traffic to Village of Owego Chugnut Trail, Columbus Park, En-Joie Park, Fairview Park, 11 and 17 l Bus drivers cannot get off the bus and assist you. bicycle. Cyclists under age 14 1 A high priority action of this plan’s implementation avoid accidents. Glendale Tech, Grippen Park, Hickories Park, IBM, Kirkwood l schedule was to create a system of on-road signed All people using the bike rack must be strong enough to load and unload their bike. must always wear a helmet. Industrial Park, Marvin Park, Mersereau Park, Owego River Walk, bicycle routes throughout the Binghamton Urbanized l Children 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult to load and unload bikes. Recreation Park, Round Top Park, Seton Catholic HS, U-E HS, Area. The system was designed to be a continuous Use Hand Signals Use Lights at Night Loading Your Bike Valley Park, W. Endicott Park, William Hill Park, Wilson Hospital network linking residential, commercial, and business 1 Use hand signals to indicate Always use a strong light-colored districts; educational institutions, major employment l As bus approaches have your bike ready to load; remove all pumps upcoming turns, lane changes, headlight and a red taillight at BIKE East-West Conklin, Binghamton, Generally flat or 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 23, 24, 29, 43, 3, 9, 11, African Road Park, Local Bike Route 4 sites, and recreational areas. In addition to signing and loose items that could fall off. slowing, and stopping. New York night or when visibility is poor. ROUTE Vestal, Town & rolling terrain BIKE SHOPS, Binghamton University, Binghamton General Hospital, NY Bike Route 17 Village of Owego Castle Gardens Park, Chugnut Trail, Commerce Rd. Industrial Park, routes, the project called for the production of a bicycle l Always approach the bus from the curb side. law also requires each bicycle Use bike reflectors and reflective route map. to be equipped with a bell or a Ethel Place Park, Franklin Playground, Harold Moore Park, MacArthur l Tell the bus driver that you are loading a bike. clothing. See and be seen! 2 horn. Park, Owego River Walk, Ross Corners Park, Ross Park Zoo, During December 1999, the Binghamton Metropolitan l Squeeze handle and pull down to release folded bike rack (photo #1). Obey Traffic Signs Sandy Beach Park, Schnurbusch Park, S. Washington St. Bridge, Greenway Study was completed with the subsequent l You can load and unload a bike nearest the bus without unloading Earphones are Susquehanna Valley HS, Twin Orchards Park, Vestal HS, Vestal Rail Trail Implementation Plan being adopted during March and Signals the bike in front. Dangerous BIKE 2000. The study recommended a regional greenway Bicyclists must obey all local North-South Chenango, Dickinson, Generally flat or 11, 12, 13, 14, 26 4, 5, 20 BAGSAI Complex, Binghamton HS, Local Bike Routes l Using earphones while bicycling ROUTE system of multi-use trails be developed for the Lift bike onto rack, putting the front and rear wheels in the marked and state traffic rules. Bicyclists Binghamton rolling terrain BCC, BC Transit Park-N-Ride, Chenango Forks HS, Confluence Park, 1, 4, and 5 (or skating) on a public Binghamton Urbanized Area, which is called the slots (photo #2). have the same rights, privileges Chenango Riverwalk, Hyder Park, Otsiningo Park (North & South NY Bike Routes 2 right-of-way (street or sidewalk) Greater Binghamton Greenway. This map displays l Raise the support arm, making sure it is resting on your front tire, not and duties as operators of other 3 Entrances), S. Washington St. Bridge, Wolfe Park 11 and 17 the portions of the Greater Binghamton Greenway that is illegal. on the fender or frame (photo #3). vehicles. Remember, a bicycle BIKE North-South Chenango, Fenton, Generally flat or 20, 21, 22, 25 1, 2, 17, 18, 21, 22 BIKE SHOP, Chenango Bridge Park, Local Bike Routes have since been completed or funded (with the trail is not a toy. ROUTE Port Dickinson, rolling terrain Chenango Riverwalk, Chenango Valley HS, Cheri Lindsey Park, 1, 2, and 3 label indicating the estimated year of construction). Unloading Your Bike Binghamton Confluence Park,Otsiningo Park, Port Dick Park, NY Bike Routes Use Caution if Bicycling on Sidewalks S. Washington St. Bridge 11 and 17 See www.bmtsonline.com to view the studies noted l Tell the driver you need to unload your bike. Bikes are permitted on sidewalks except where local laws prohibiting bicycling on 4 above. BIKE l 3 sidewalks have been established. Bicyclists on sidewalks must yield to pedestrians and all Primarily Binghamton, Dickinson, Rolling terrain 36, 37, 39, 40 12, 13 CFJ Park, Finch Hollow Park, First Ward Park, Local Bike Routes Move the support arm down and lift out ROUTE This project was funded by the Federal Highway your bike. vehicular traffic (including at driveways). Remember, motorists do not anticipate vehicles East-West Johnson City with some steep Johnson City HS, North Side Park, Virginia Ave. Park 1 and 3 Administration Surface Transportation Program. traveling quickly on the sidewalk from either direction. grades in NY Bike Routes l Please fold up the rack if it is empty. 5 Johnson City 11 and 17 Bicyclists must remain alert to traffic and changing BIKE Half Loop, Endicott, Union Rolling terrain 31 Brixius Creek Park, George W. Johnson Park, Highland Park, Local Bike Route 1 road conditions, and assume the risk for their own For more information call B.C. Transit 778-1692 ROUTE safety. Bicyclists are urged to choose facilities that East-West with some steep IBM, Maine-Endwell HS, Strubell Sports Complex, Taft Heights Park are suitable for their individual cycling skills. grades on Bicycling Tips 6 Hooper Rd. & Taft Ave. in Union Scan the Road Behind Lock Your Bike BIKE Half Loop, Endicott, Union Generally flat or 30 6 17C Sports Complex, Glendale Park, Glendale Technology Park Local Bike Route 1 ROUTE Look over your shoulder regularly Lock the frame and rear wheel to East-West rolling terrain. NY Bike Route 17 Safety Equipment or use a mirror to monitor traffic. a fixed object. If you have quick Although bicyclists have equal release wheels, lock the front 7 right to the road, be prepared to wheel also. Always Wear a Properly maneuver for safety. Bicycle An approved bicycle helmet can greatly reduce Fitted Helmet the risk of death or permanent injury in the event of an accident. Look for the CPSC, ASTM, or Snell Use Appropriate Lane All bicyclists under the age of 14 are Memorial Foundation Standard stickers. Ride in a Straight Line Route Avoid dodging between parked Avoid being in a right turn only required by law to wear an approved cars. Ride in a straight line at least lane if you want to go straight bicycle helmet when they are operators three feet away from parked cars. through an intersection. Move into Watch for a car pulling out of a the through lane early. Map or passengers on bicycles. Any parent or parking space. guardian whose child violates this law is subject to a fine up to $50. Beware of Car Doors Be Careful at Be wary of parked cars. Intersections CONFLUENCE PARK, Binghamton NYS 7 / CONKLIN AVENUE, Binghamton BINGHAMTON BRIDGE PEDAL, Binghamton Every bicyclist or inline skater, regardless Motorists can unexpectedly Proceed with care at intersections and be alert for of age or ability, should wear a properly open doors. Be particularly careful if you see a motorist vehicles. Establish eye contact fitted helmet bearing a certification by one in the car. with motorists to ensure that Annual Events they know you are on the of the following organizations: roadway. Confirm that you l Consumer Product Safety Turning Left - 2 Options are seen. January - December Events July October 1. AS A VEHICLE: Signal your intentions in advance. l l Walk to School Day - www.nywalks.org Commission (CPSC) l First Friday Artwalk B.C. Bicycle Race for Sight Move to the left turning lane and complete the turn when it is safe. Downtown Binghamton www.avreraceforsight.org www.walktoschool-usa.org l American Society for Testing and 2. AS A PEDESTRIAN: Ride to the far crosswalk, dismount & walk across. Greater www.gorgeouswashington.com/ l Binghamton Bridge Pedal Materials (ASTM) firstfridays.htm www.bmtsonline.com December l Broome County Fair - (607) 692-4149 l STOP-DWI Holiday Classic Binghamton l Snell Memorial Foundation l Third Friday Artwalk – Downtown Owego A helmet should fit squarely on the top www.owegolovesshoppers.com/events/ www.broomecountyfairny.com Basketball Tournament of the head in a level position and cover index.php l July Fest – Downtown Binghamton www.bcstopdwi.com Area Helmets www.julyfestbinghamton.com the top of the forehead extending down to l Third Friday River Crawl significantly l New York Share The Trail Binghamton River Trails Lee Barta 5-K Run - www.bartarun.com about one inch above the eyebrows. l reduce the www.cityofbinghamton.com (Click on Recreation Park Music Fest risk of The helmet should not be able to slide “Projects & Initiatives” then “River Trails www.recparkmusicfest.com l Tioga County Fair sustaining back and forth or rock from side to side. Multi-Use Trails Commission” (607) 642-5511 or 687-1111 (number open two Binghamton Metropolitan a serious Keep to the Right Signal to Others weeks before fair & during fair only) April Transportation Study head injury All trail users should keep to the Cyclists: when approaching www.tiogacountyfairny.com in the right except when passing or others, sound your bell or call out l Earth Fest – Binghamton - www.myedst.org www.bmtsonline.com August event of turning left. Move off the trail to a warning, then pass safely on the right when stopping. Never the left. May l - www.biketioga.com FRONT STREET, Binghamton Bike Tioga a crash. l Photo by Willie Campbell Photo by Willie 2011 Edition block a trail. Pedestrians: move to the right National Bicycle Month - www.bikemonth.com l Chris Thater Memorial - www.bcstopdwi.com when someone is overtaking. l Johnson City Field Days - (607) 798-7861 June l National Night Out Be Alert Martin Luther King, Jr. Promenade, Binghamton Skaters Use Caution l Dick’s Sporting Goods Open Watch for hazardous conditions, www.nationaltownwatch.org/nno/ In-line skaters: know how to use www.dickssportinggoodsopen.com & contact your local municipalities such as poor pavement, fallen your equipment safely. Follow l Strawberry Festival – Owego l Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally tree branches and other debris. travel, passing, and speed rules www.owegostrawberryfestival.com www.spiediefest.com Beware of slippery conditions as per bicyclists. Do not perform l - www.vestalny.com l caused by water, ice, loose trick skating maneuvers on trails. Vestal Festival University Fest – Binghamton University gravel or sand. http://campusactivities.binghamton.edu/ l USTA Binghamton Professional Tennis Dismount as Posted Stay on the Trail Tournament Dismount and walk across Keep on designated trails to www.tennischallenger.com roadways or other posted protect parks, natural areas and locations. When choosing a yourself. Riding off the trail is ‘pedestrian style’ crossing across CHENANGO RIVER WALK, Binghamton BIKE PARKING, Owego & Binghamton ROUNDS COAL HOUSE, Vestal Rail Trail dangerous. the flow of traffic, cross only when COMMUNITY PARK, Port Dickinson it is safe to do so. SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET BRIDGE, Binghamton

Be Careful at Be Visible Crossings Bicycle Roadway Signs & Pavement Markings Ensure your visibility at night Look both ways. Cyclists: by wearing light-colored clothing Bicycling, Transportation & Recreational Organizations Look yield to through traffic at with reflective material. Outfit intersections, pedestrians have Contact the following local, state, and national organizations for more information on bicycling and related activities. your bicycle with lights as you the right of way. Pedestrians: would for riding on the roads. BMTS - Binghamton Metropolitan I Love NY Tourism Information NYSDOT Region 9 Tioga County Tourism Office exercise caution. Be aware of Transportation Study 1-800-CALL-NYS Planning & Program Management 80 North Ave. / Owego, NY 13827 stopping limitations of bicyclists Broome County Office Building www.iloveny.com 44 Hawley St., 14th Floor Local: (607) 687-7440 and skaters. P.O. Box 1766 / Binghamton, NY 13902 Binghamton, NY 13901 Toll Free: (800) 671-7772 (607) 778-2443 League of American Bicyclists (607) 721-8250 www.visittioga.com www.bmtsonline.com 1612 K Street NW, Suite 800 www.nysdot.gov/regional-offices [email protected] [email protected] Washington, DC 20006-2850 (202) 822-1333 Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center Tioga Velo Club – TVC Broome County Department of Parks & Recreation www.tiogavelo.com www.bikeleague.org 730 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 300 Shared Broome County Office Building [email protected] State [email protected] Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3430 P.O. Box 1766 / Binghamton, NY 13902 Bike Route (877) 925-5245 Bike Lane Marking (607) 778-2193 National Center for Bicycling and Walking www.pedbikeinfo.org Sign www.gobroomecounty.com/parks Lanes 1612 K Street, NW [email protected] IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DIAL 911 [email protected] Suite 802 / Washington DC 20006 FRONT STREET, Binghamton (202) 223-3621 Southern Tier Bicycle Club – STBC, Inc. Fresh Cycles Youth Program P.O. Box 601 / Binghamton, NY 13902-0601 Binghamton - 772-7226 www.bikewalk.org / [email protected] www.southerntierbicycleclub.org To Request GREEN http://sites.google.com/site/freshcycles New York State Bicycling Coalition (NYBC) [email protected] Wait on Bicycle [email protected] PO Box 8868 / Albany, NY 12208 (518) 436-0889 Southern Tier Bike Project Symbol Greater Binghamton Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (607) 754-9527 49 Court Street, 2nd Floor www.nybc.net / [email protected] www.southerntierbikeproject.com PO Box 995 / Binghamton, NY 13902 Shared New York State Department of Transportation [email protected] (800) 836-6740 or (607) 772-8860 Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Local Roadway www.binghamtoncvb.com 50 Wolf Road, POD 54 / Albany, NY 12232 OWEGO RIVER WALK, Owego OWEGO RIVER WALK, Owego [email protected] (518) 457-8307 Bike Route Sign www.nysdot.gov/modal/bike Sign Assembly OTSININGO PARK, Binghamton