16 | The City of Dayton munity partners who sponsor science workshops, wildlife demonstrations, games and other activities that collectively promote the preservation of eco-systems and water conservation. Simmons says several thousand area Fourth Graders traditionally participate in the event, and have a lot of fun while learning about wildlife and how to become more environmentally responsible. BIKING AND KAYAKING With its seasonal climate, nature trails and winding waterways, Dayton has much to offer those who love the outdoors, and this has even been bolstered by sustainability efforts. Aaron Sorrell, Dayton’s Planning and Community Development Director, says area residents are now benefitting from new recreational opportunities for bikers and kayakers. On the biking side, Sorrell says Dayton’s flat downtown terrain accommodates certain convenience for those who may prefer to pedal when moving from point to point. To encourage biking, which further aids in reducing the city’s overall carbon footprint, more than 200 bike racks have been installed in the downtown corridor. Yet, on a much larger scale which reflects the city’s investment in biking, Sorrell says Dayton has developed a regional network of interconnected bike lanes that extend for more than 320 miles. It is now one of the longest bike paths in America, prompting the League of American Bicyclists to designate Dayton as one of
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