Here are answers to some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s): Q. What is an e-bike?A. There are three classes of e-bikes:– Class 1 e-bikes have a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to provide assistance when the e-bike reaches 20 mph.– Class 2 e-bikes have a motor that may be … Read more
The Fairfax County Planning Commission got a report on June 3 regarding the Lorton Core Study (Plan Amendment 2021-IV-LP1). Report includes (p.27) “The Active Transportation and Trails Plan (ATTP), adopted by the Board on May 5, 2026, provides recommendations for pedestrian facilities in the Lorton area… As development and redevelopment occur, the goal is to … Read more
The Potomac Heritage Trail Association (PHTA), a 501(c)3 organization founded in 2005, is the only volunteer group supporting the entire Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (PHNST). Its comments on the PHNST Comprehensive Plan begin with the eight questions, followed by PHTA conclusions. Topic Questions 1-8: 1. What opportunities do you see for partnerships to improve … Read more
Prince William Department of Parks and Recreation has installed a Whenever Watersports self-service kayak rental unit at Silver Lake Regional Park. The app to access a boat is available at:Apple App Store: https://pwcparks.info/applewatersportsGoogle Play: https://pwcparks.info/googlewatersports As noted in a Facebook post from the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation: Both single and tandem … Read more
The trails-related personnel in the Prince William Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) have worked hard in 2025-2026 to produce the 10-year Countywide Trails Master Plan. The plan has been developed together with the Transportation Department, which focused on the paved “active mobility” trail segments. On April 8, when briefing the Planning Commission, DPR staff … Read more