National Bike Summit 2008: Tenative Schedule

Climbing Capitol Hill: Putting Bicyclists In the Seat of Power

Bicycling advocates and industry leaders have a remarkable opportunity in 2008. New leadership in Washington is ushering in an era of public interest politics, and our issues are squarely in the public interest. Long-time allies are in new positions of power, and the bike-partisan agenda continues to ignite passion on both sides of the aisle.

Come to the 2008 National Bike Summit and share your passion for cycling. Help Congress see that the solution to climate change, health care and energy independence is right in front of them! Help them Think: Bike.

The National Bike Summit's lead sponsor is Bikes Belong, and is also sponsored by IMBA, Adventure Cycling, NBDA, WABA, and the National MS Society.

All events take place at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center, except Thursday's meetings and reception, both of which are on Capitol Hill. The agenda below is current as of today.

tentative Schedule

Tuesday, MARCH 4

3 P.M.: Registration

5 P.M.: First-Timers Advocacy Training & Orientation

6 P.M.: Opening Banquet and Keynote Speakers

Wednesday, MARCH 5

7 A.M. Registration

8 A.M.: General Session

9:30 A.M.: Breakout Sessions

11:15 A.M.: Breakout Sessions

12:45 P.M.: Keynote Luncheon

2:30 P.M.: Breakout Sessions

4:15 P.M.: Issue Training

5 P.M.: State Delegation Coordination

6:30 P.M.: League of American Bicyclists Town Meeting

Thursday, MARCH 6

8 P.M. Breakfast and Rally on Capitol Hill

Congressional meetings throughout the day (The League will coordinate
these meetings) OR Alternative programming for those unable to participate in Congressional meetings

5 P.M. Congressional Reception & Summit Wrap Up

Friday, MARCH 7

8:30 A.M.- 10 A.M. Congressional Bike Ride (will end by 11 A.m.)