Whatcom Smart Trips is written by Libby Chenault and contributed by Whatcom Smart Trips. This is published in the 2025 Spring Summer Edition of Vibrant Senior Options Resource Guide Magazine and as an online post at VibrantSeniorOptions.com
Active Transportation is a fun way to get from Point A to Point B, with benefits. Not only is it easy on your wallet and the environment, but it’s also fabulous for YOU! Walking, biking, or taking the bus to places you need to go count toward the recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical activity we get each week. Staying active improves mood, helps with sleep, and lowers the risk of many diseases. When people retire, they often have the extra time it may take to walk to the store or ride to meet a friend for coffee. Making these short trips without a car is a fresh way to keep moving.
Hop on the Bus
Many are surprised to realize the steps you take to the bus stop count towards the movement you need to stay healthy. If it’s been a while since you’ve ridden a bus, you may also be surprised by the modern features. All WTA buses have ramps to make rolling on with a wheelchair or walker a breeze. Inside, digital reader boards and a friendly recorded voice announce each stop for easy navigation.
Try the Bus With Friends
If you want to try the bus with some friends, join Smart Trips on a guided bus trip. These mini-adventures use the fixed-route service to explore all that Whatcom County offers. We go on urban adventures to enjoy great food, shops, museums, and Western Washington University.
We also explore ways the WTA bus can connect us to the natural environment. Visit placex from deep forest walking to birdwatching in city parks. Explore and learn about marine life at the waterfront. The bus can help us stay in touch with the wild places around Whatcom County
Fun on Two Wheels with Whatcom Smart Trips
Our Smart Trips bicycling instructors love to help folks confidently ride bikes around town. Our one-on-one sessions build your comfort riding with traffic and on trails and bike lanes to make your trips a joy. Many people find that an e-bike extends their biking career. The energy assist helps power through intersections and cruise up hills with ease. We can ride with you on an electric or standard bike to help you update your riding skills. We enjoy connecting your home to the places you want to go.
If you live in Whatcom County and want to use active transportation to stay healthy, engaged, and independent, check out Smart Trips for inspiration and encouragement and to register for our Free classes and trips.
360-756-8747
Libby Chenault
Smart Trips Education Coordinator
Vibrant Senior Options Resource Guide Magazine
