A note from Bill Weller, Sussex Cyclists Advocacy Director:

DelDOT is planning several events for the planned completion of the GLT this fall. This article also briefly summarizes the status of many road & trail improvement projects in Sussex County.

https://www.capegazette.com/article/state-prepares-completion-georgetown-lewes-trail/352745?fref=981256d0-d04c-4eb6-9fc7-72696d4202d0&utm_campaign=Cape+Gazette+Daily+Newsletter+Fri%2c+July+3%2c+2026&em=YmlsbC53ZWxsZXJAaWNsb3VkLmNvbQ--

With a contribution from Sussex Cyclists’, among contributions from several other groups & individuals, DelDOT is starting a study to identify the preferred route for a trail connecting Milton to the Georgetown Lewes trail.

https://www.capegazette.com/article/delaware-bicycle-council-awards-35000-grant-milton-trail-study/352517?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=nextdoor.com&utm_campaign=nextdoor_news

Sussex Cyclists member and member of the Safety Committee, Fran Dance, is credited with participating in the recent DelDOT public informational workshop to obtain inputs on possible safety improvements to Massachusetts Ave and American Legion Road in Lewes. Bill Weller, Advocacy Director, also participated.

Adopt a Highway

Today, the 14 members below joined forces and cleaned up trash on a 2 mile stretch of Cedar Creek Road in Milton. 13 bags of trash and several large pieces of cardboard were collected. Thanks to all who volunteered to help keep our area clean. This was a rescheduled “DelDot 302 Day” cleanup

Much thanks to the volunteers pictured in order below:

Coogan Cameron

Mark Snader

Greg Parkinson

Jim Wagner

Steven Alperstein

Mike Savage

Heidi Lerch

John Hayes

Brad Lovenberg

Dan Stoltz

Louis Hepp

Stephen Mahaney

Bill Froh

Lee Lerch

Denny Shook

*Fran Shook is taking the photo

Recognize anyone?

Thanks to Brant and Betsy for sharing this YouTube trip down memory lane from 12 years ago!

https://youtu.be/7UApE62qBRc?t=8

Volunteers Needed
2026 Bicycle Safety Checkpoints

Every year, Sussex Cyclists teams up with DelDOT and State Police to host bicycle safety checkpoints offering repairs, lights, helmets, and safety info to the public.

No special skills needed—just a willingness to help! Tasks may include handing out materials, making minor bike adjustments, and installing lights or reflective tape.

These events are also a great way for members to connect, socialize, and bring guests along to get involved. It's a fun, rewarding experience for all!

Please register only for dates you plan to attend. All dates are on our calendar. Registration opens at least one month in advance as the season progresses. You can register on the Sussex Cyclists calendar, or click here to see dates currently open for registration, with links to each.

If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you!

Jim Prettyman, Sussex Cyclists Safety Director
302-752-6430
prettymanj@gmail.com

Check out these Out of Area club rides already on our Calendar!

June 2: 15-16 mph Berlin MD to Assateague 40 with Steve Alperstein

June 9: 13-14 mph C&D Canal (lunch at Schaefer's Canal with Mike Guida (SOLD OUT)

June 16: 14-15 mph Berlin to Snow Hill with Diane Daly

These are club rides for members. Registration is required.

Posted on our Facebook Group page by Denny Shook:

Ride of Silence

Approximately 45 riders took part in tonight’s Ride of Silence. Escorted by Lewes Police and Delaware State Police we rode just under 10 miles at an 11 mph pace. All to honor those who have been killed or seriously injured while riding. It was a great event.

Rehoboth Beach continues exploring bicycle network aimed at safer travel read more>

Posted on Facebook by Anne Bari

Great Wheels for Meals ride!

Please join me in congratulating Mike Savage along with heartfelt thanks to him and all the volunteers for an excellent event today. THANK YOU!!!

I heard more than a few riders talk about how well the event was organized and could not agree more. Really well done!

And it was warm and sunny for a change too, so thanks to whoever for making that happen! lol

So thanks again to Mike and everyone who helped make this event a success!