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Causes: Recreation & Sports, Sports
Mission: The mission of Active Transportation Alliance is to makebicycling, walking and public transit so safe, convenient and fun thatwe will achieve a significant shift from environmentally harmful,sedentary travel to clean, active travel. We advocate fortransportation that encourages and promotes safety, physical activity,health, recreation, social interaction, equity, environmentalstewardship and resource conservation.
Programs: Walk Across Illinois encourages all Illinois residents to walk at least 167 miles, the equivalent of walking from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan, over the course of a year. Walk Across Illinois serves individuals of all ages and abilities who are ready to embrace physical activity as a means to achieving better health. Walk Across Illinois is open to anyone looking to improve their health by incorporating physical activity in their daily routine.