Run-to-destination program near T stops
Resident proposes sharing a list of destinations near T stops so runners run to them and return by T, sharing photos to connect communities.
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The idea
A list of Boston destinations near T stops is shared. Boston runners become aware of these locations and run to them. Then return on the T. Pictures are shared and posted, either electronically or in place of advertising placards in train cars
Who it helps and why
Cross-pollination of people running to/from each others communities…we are all closer than we think with something to offer everywhere. Revere beach, castle isle, arnold arberetum
Details
- Cycle
- 2024–25
- Submitted
- August 15, 2024
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Other
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
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