Lockport Business Association and the Lockport Main Street want to spread the word about an exciting prospect for local area businesses. Certifying your business with Bike Friendly New York and the New York State Canal Corporation. The proximity of the Erie Canal Trail and the other bike/walking trails opening in our area has led to significant biking tourism and visitor influx.
Launched in 2017, Bike Friendly New York (BFNY) is a bicycle friendly business certification program administered by the Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) and the New York State Canal Corporation who aims to recognize and promote businesses that provide special accommodations to bicyclists. BFNY was conceived with businesses located along the statewide Erie Canal Trail (ECT) in mind.
Bicycling is the second most popular outdoor activity in the US, and an increasing number of people are seeking out new places to ride, whether for an afternoon or a week-long vacation. Bike tourists need food and a place to stay, and they spend money in the community. They are looking to experience the places they visit in a real way.
Dylan Carey of Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) wants to notify businesses of the eligibility to become certified with the Bike Friendly New York, as well as having your business promoted on the PTNY interactive map.
Certification Link: https://www.ptny.org/our-work/support/canalway-trail-partnership/bikefriendly
Once certification is completed, it means your location will display the Bike Friendly New York logo outside your business. It depends on the business. Above all, bike friendly businesses value cyclists as customers. They strive to meet the unique needs of cyclists.
Application Link: https://ptny.wufoo.com/forms/m1wgm42909tf225/
To become certified as a Bike Friendly New York business, establishments must meet simple requirements. Beyond the basics, there are a wide range of ways that businesses serve cyclists.
To become certified as a Bike Friendly New York business, the establishment MUST:
· Have identified parking area for bicycles (preferably sheltered and secured).
· Have knowledge of local cycling routes, local bike shops, bike rentals, and tourist information or, can direct bicyclists to where they can find information on these resources.
· Have a physical location that is open to the public and keeps posted hours.