The Bicycle Coalition of Maine stays busy with events all year round to connect with as many pedestrians and people on bikes as possible in a variety of ways. We seek to educate adults and children about bike/ped safety through presentations and courses, host interactive demonstrations that advocate for improvements to bike/ped infrastructure, provide valet bike parking at local events, and organize gatherings and group rides to raise awareness and enthusiasm about our mission.
To see what the BCM is up to this year, check out our 2024 Event & Program Guide!
The event calendar below lists our upcoming events and those hosted by our partners and supporters. Check it out, and join us as we strive to make Maine better for biking and walking!
Wednesday Webinars
Biking After Dark: Winter Edition
Shorter days don’t have to shorten your riding season! In addition to covering some basic bike/ped safety education, this course will elaborate on lights and reflective materials, clothing, must-have equipment, selecting routes, and maintaining your steed in the snow and sleet.
Safe Cycling: the Do’s, the Don’ts, and the Downright Dangerous
Bring your kids, your spouse, and even the family dog to this safe cycling webinar! We'll be talking where and how to ride safely with the whole flock, the best way to pick the best gear for your outing, and even some tips for drivers and rules to remember.
No Cyclist Left Behind: Hot Tips on Forming or Finding Chill Rides
If you've been wanting to get more into cycling but feel group rides are too fast, too advanced, or otherwise too intimidating, this is the webinar for YOU! We want to help you find a ride that fits your speed, style, age, and ability—or help you create one with useful tips on planning and marketing events that are safe and successful.
Brain Injuries & Bike/Ped – Surviving and Thriving
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! Join us and the Maine chapter of the Brain Injury Association of America as we discuss how brain injuries are tied to bicycle and pedestrian crashes, and how brain injury survivors have overcome challenges by getting their feet back on the pedals and pavement. Creating safe environments for pedestrians and people on bicycles plus the proper use of helmets are vital to healthy living!
7,222 Miles from Maine – Bicycling in Tanzania
Come along on a virtual voyage to Tanzania as we discuss the importance of the bicycle to Tanzanians with special guest Cary Huggins. We’ll discuss everyday use, community bicycle centers, bike safety, and bicycle tourism in the nation of 58 million residents…and what Mainers can learn from this culture!
Riders, Riders, Everywhere—But Not a Bike to Buy – Buying & Selling Used Bikes in a Pandemic
Have you been fruitlessly searching for a used bicycle during the ongoing pandemic's "Bike Boom"? Do you have a bike that you'd like to sell to get it into the hands of someone who really needs it? If you fit either of these categories (or are just looking to get enlightened), then this is the webinar for you. Special guest Fred Thomas of Frame & Wheel lends his expertise for this informative webinar.
DEI Statement:
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is committed to advancing our equity and inclusion efforts. The Coalition is prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in these focus areas: self-education, community engagement, advocacy, and events. We welcome community members and visitors of Maine—Wabanaki Territory—from all backgrounds to join the Coalition. Our most outstanding achievement will be that everyone who joins the Coalition or attends our events will feel respected and valued.