Silver Level RecognitionThe League of American Bicyclists has awarded the coveted Bicycle Friendly Community award at the silver level to the Town of Hilton Head Island.
This is a tremendous accomplishment for the community and reflects the decades of investment in pathways, safety initiatives, and infrastructure activities to support residents and the nearly 1 million people who bike yearly on the island. The preparation and submission of the application was a collaborative effort by members of town staff, the chamber of commerce and community bicycle advocates. Receiving the silver level award is especially notable. The Town of Hilton Head Island is currently the highest ranked Bicycle Friendly Community in South Carolina.
As of May 2011, the League of American Bicyclists has received 452 applications and designated 179 Bicycle Friendly Communities in 44 states. The Bicycle Friendly Community program recognizes communities that promote bicycling.