Summer Transit Challenge, Week 4
Of the four weeks since I started Transit Miami’s Summer Transit Challenge, I have ridden public transportation 3 of 4 weeks. The interesting thing about this is that so far, it has been the Metromover all the way. I sometimes viewed this as cheating, because I feel that I should take one of my longer trips and substitute them with the bus. However, when I really thought about it, I was...
Read MoreThe Commuter Challenge, May 18
South Florida Commuter Services says, "Just Say ‘NO’ to Driving Alone on May 18th". Tomorrow is the 2nd Annual Commuter Challenge. Find an alternative way to get to work tomorrow: carpool, vanpool, bus, metro, bike, or walk to work. Check out the details and register to win...
Read MoreTransportation Challenge: 2:39 pm – 6:09 pm
The final in the series. See the Intro, Early AM, & Mid-Day. 2:39 pm – I found it. I almost can’t believe I found it. I got really turned around, which is kind of strange for me. My husband calls me his human GPS. A SW/SE confusion cost me about 5 blocks of walking. 2:42 pm – I’m on my bus. The driver looked in confusion at my Earth Day coupon. I’m sure I was...
Read MoreTransportation Challenge 9:21 am – 10:41 am
Today I’m taking the Transportation Challenge. Challenged by myself, I guess…utilizing the fact that Miami "Earth" Dade is celebrating today with free trains and buses. First thing in the morning I head off to the Government Center, because I’m going to need some schedules. 9:21 am – I arrive at the Financial District MetroMover station 9:25 am – Mover...
Read MoreGive me the Transportation Challenge
I just published my post on the free public transportation available in Miami Dade on Monday, and I’ve decided that I will take the challenge. Here’s how it will work: I will have individual locations pre-printed on strips of paper. These locations will be stores, restaurants, or office buildings in Miami-Dade county. At 9am on Monday morning (I know I should start earlier like most...
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