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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - kansas-city-mo BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Adult Bike Bus - Tuesday Sept. 8 DTSTART:20260908T124500Z DTEND:20260908T133000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2695-1788853500-1788856200@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/northeast-bike-bus-2-3-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Green Commute Challenge Ice Cream Social DTSTART:20260908T220000Z DTEND:20260909T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2742-1788886800-1788901200@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z LOCATION:Betty Rae’s – River Market\, 412 Delaware St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/green-commute-challenge-ice-cream-social/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Adult Bike Bus - Wednesday Sept. 9 DTSTART:20260909T124500Z DTEND:20260909T133000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2714-1788939900-1788942600@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z LOCATION:Intersection of Walrond and Gladstone Boulevard URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/northeast-bike-bus-wed-sept-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Adult Bike Bus - Wednesday Sept. 16 DTSTART:20260916T124500Z DTEND:20260916T133000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2716-1789544700-1789547400@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z LOCATION:Intersection of Walrond and Gladstone Boulevard URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/northeast-bike-bus-wed-sept-2-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Green Commute Challenge Virtual Office Hours DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T174500Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2723-1789646400-1789649100@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z LOCATION:Online URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/green-commute-challenge-virtual-webinar/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Child Passenger Safety Week DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2670-1789862400-1790467199@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/child-passenger-safety-week/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Green Commute Challenge Virtual Office Hours DTSTART:20260922T170000Z DTEND:20260922T174500Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2725-1790078400-1790081100@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/green-commute-challenge-virtual-webinar-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brookside Bike Bus DTSTART:20260926T130000Z DTEND:20260926T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2798-1790409600-1790413200@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/brookside-bike-bus/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Green Commute Challenge Kick-Off Event DTSTART:20260928T170000Z DTEND:20260928T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2823-1790596800-1790600400@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/green-commute-challenge-kick-off-event/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Week without Driving DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008 DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2675-1790812800-1791417599@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/week-without-driving/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Green Commute Challenge DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2677-1790812800-1793491199@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/2026-green-commute-challenge/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brookside Bike Bus DTSTART:20261002T130000Z DTEND:20261002T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2800-1790928000-1790931600@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/brookside-bike-bus-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brookside Bike Bus DTSTART:20261009T130000Z DTEND:20261009T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2803-1791532800-1791536400@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/brookside-bike-bus-10-9/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Adult Bike Bus - Tuesday Oct. 13 DTSTART:20261013T124500Z DTEND:20261013T133000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2709-1791877500-1791880200@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z LOCATION:Intersection of Walrond and Gladstone Boulevard URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/northeast-bike-bus-10-6-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Northeast Adult Bike Bus - Wednesday Oct. 14 DTSTART:20261014T124500Z DTEND:20261014T133000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2807-1791963900-1791966600@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/northeast-bike-bus-wed-oct-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brookside Bike Bus DTSTART:20261016T130000Z DTEND:20261016T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001225Z UID:2805-1792137600-1792141200@waytogokc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Green Commute Challenge is a month-long competition that e ncourages residents and employers across the Kansas City region to explore transportation options that reduce traffic congestion\, improve air quali ty and save money. Imagine the wonders that could do for your daily commut e — that’s what the Green Commute Challenge is all about! \n \n \n \n How it works \n \n \n \n WAY TO G O promotes sustainable transportation resources through transit partnershi ps and a free carpool matching app (available via desktop and mobile). The program strives to fill in the gaps between points A and B and provide pe ople with affordable options. The Green Commute Challenge is a fun way for people to save money on gas while cutting tons of carbon emissions. Parti cipants record green trips using the free WAY TO GO app to earn points\, c ompete for prizes provided by local businesses and discover new ways to ge t around the region. Participants can also meet like-minded people at comm unity events\, made possible by our sponsors. A green commute is a trip to and from university/college or work and business-related trips using s ustainable transportation. Points can be earned for the following green mo des: Carpooling/vanpoolingBikingWalking/rollingScootingTaking the busRidin g the streetcar“The goal is to introduce new ways to get around that are better for the environment. The fewer people driving alone in their cars\ , the less traffic on our roads and the better air quality for our region\ ,” said Lynelle Haugabrook\, WAY TO GO program coordinator. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Since 2008\, WAY TO GO has coordinated the annual Green Commute Chal lenge and more than 7\,000 participants from 100+ major organizations and employers across the Kansas City metro region have supported the vision. “WAY TO GO envisions a region where green commutes are the best way for people to get to where they need to go. In this future\, transportation op tions are affordable\, accessible\, build community health and support eco nomic opportunity\,” said Haugabrook. \n \n \n \n A challenge with a purpose \n \n \n \n Step outside you r comfort zone and give green a try! We challenge you to make it fun by re cording points and attending the social events. The Green Commute Challeng e is open to people and employers who live/work within Johnson\, Leavenwor th\, Miami\, Platte and Wyandotte counties in Kansas and Cass\, Clay\, Jac kson and Ray counties in Missouri. Participants must be a minimum of 18 ye ars old. \n \n \n \n Ready to participate in the 2026 Green Commute Challenge? \n \n \n \n Sign up \n \ n \n \n Public registration opens Tuesday\, Sept. 8. You can sign up your employer as a team now!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get started\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Grow your team \n \n \n \n Help s pread the word about the Green Commute Challenge! Download the partner too lkit for printable posters\, social media posts\, graphics and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the t oolkit (.zip)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suppor t \n \n \n \n The Green Commute Challenge wouldn’t b e possible without support from our sponsors and prize partners. We are gr ateful to the following organizations for their 2026 support: Commute with Enterprise\, HNTB\, OverBoard Coffee\, Urban Hikes\, Betty Rae’s Ice Cr eam\, Penny’s in the Village\, Elite Cycling\, BikeShare KC\, Kemper Mus eum of Contemporary Art\, Screenland Armour\, Chicken N Pickle\, Broadway Roasting Company and more. If air quality and transportation are topics yo ur employer cares about\, feel free to share the GCC sponsorship invitatio n with them. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download sponsor invitation LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001225Z URL:https://waytogokc.org/event/brookside-bike-bus-10-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Way To Go KC X-SOURCE-URL:https://waytogokc.org/transit END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR