• WOBO is run entirely on volunteer power.
• We're efficient and effective and 100% of donations go into public outreach materials and programs to make Oakland more walkable and bikeable.
• Help us do more by making a donation or purchasing a WOBO annual membership (Individual - $35, Household - $50, Individual w/WOBO t-shirt - $ 50). To contribute or discover member benefits, visit our Donation Page.

Join us for the WOBO General Membership meetings, held the fourth Tuesday of every month at their new location: the offices of Lohnes and Wright – 2101 Telegraph Ave, Suite A. The next meeting is January 27th, 6:30-8:30pm. Come meet up with fellow WOBO supporters to advance critical work and help make Oakland more bikable and walkable. Drinks to follow.

The Obama Administration is calling for an economic recovery package that will include funding for local transportation infrastructure. The City of Oakland's "wish list" includes repaving streets, improving sidewalks, and repairing curb ramps. Unfortunately, the pressure to spend economic recovery funds quickly may mean bypassing the critical coordination between City traffic engineers and the bicycle/pedestrian planners.

Join Walk Oakland Bike Oakland in holding the City to its commitment to prioritize repaving streets on the bike network, and to work with the bicycle-pedestrian staff to ensure that all plans approved provide for pedestrians and cyclists and follow the elements of the Bicycle Master Plan and Pedestrian Master Plan. Follow this link and you'll find a letter to the Oakland City Council which you can personalize and email. Let your voice be heard!

Attend the first in a series of community workshops to prepare a Community Transportation Plan for the Harrison Street/Oakland Avenue Corridor. There, you can give your input about needed improvements for the Corridor.

Project Goals:

• Improved Access and Safety for Pedestrians
• Bicycle Facility Improvements
• Traffic Calming
• I-580 Signage and Access
• AC Transit Stop Improvements

Details: First Congregational Church of Oakland (2501 Harrison St. at 27th) – Reidenbach Hall, 6:30-8:30pm

Taking the lane (i.e. entering the flow of motor traffic for your own protection) can seem intimidating at times, but it's your right. If you need to take the lane, don't hesitate. The California Vehicle Code (CVC 21200) says:

"You have the right to take the lane if the street width doesn't allow cars and bikes to travel comfortably side by side. You may also take the lane to avoid hazardous conditions like debris, broken pavement, and parked cars (door hazard). Otherwise you must keep to the right unless you're riding at the normal speed of traffic."

This concept: a laser-drawn bike lane that's projected behind your bike, is nothing short of brilliant. Sadly, it's still just an idea at the moment. But if you're looking for futuristic lighting that dramatically improves your visibility, you can get the Down Low Glow, which is designed and produced locally.

We hear tell of all kinds of things going on in Oakland: weekly rides, walking tours, neighborhood groups meeting up... we've even heard of evening bike polo matches. There's one thing we lack: details. If you have a bike/ped-related event, group or meeting you'd like people to know about just drop us a line. We can put your event or activity up on our events calendar, and if you don't want any publicity we'd still like to make your acquaintance. Email: Alec (at) WalkOaklandBikeOakland (dot) org.

Fun Links: How to Walk, How Not to Walk

Want to Get More Involved with WOBO?

WOBO is always looking for more folks to get involved with our all-volunteer crew!  Here's how you can help:  

• Join the WOBO Group on Facebook and let us know what you think, do or feel when it comes to walking and biking in Oakland. Your pet peeves, favorite walks and rides, areas that need improvement – we want to hear from you!
• Can you volunteer for any of the following positions? We especially need help with our campaign to create a bike corridor on Broadway:
  • Bike Broadway Campaign Volunteer - Email Alicia.
  • Social Chair (Socialista) - Email Roger.
  • Membership Coordinator - Email Roger.
  • Outreach Coordinator - Email Jen.
  • Campaign managers or grassroots organizers - Email Jen.
  • Web content and development - Email Roger.
  • Graphic design (t-shirts, cards, postcards, posters, etc.) - Email Roger.
  • Volunteer/Intern Coordinator - Email Roger.