The Christopher Reeve Paralysis Act and W2W Rally in Washington

[mckeownp]

Senator Cantwell

I wrote to Senator Cantwell tonight. A brief of my son Michael's story and asked for her support of CRPA. It was easy.

Cantwell needs to be encouraged.

[Sally's Mom]

I emailed Sen. Cantwell friday after Bethany alerted me that she was NOT a co-sponsor. I haven't heard back from her yet. I'll post as soon as I get a response.

If she has not re-upped, I think I'll write some letters that others can send: my voting age daughters, son-in-law, good friends, other relatives. Then they can just cut and paste and hit send! I have in the past sent the link from CRF to others, but I don't believe anyone has acted on it. I think a more personal approach will work.

How do you email a legislator if you are not in their district? I tried this before, but before I could email, I was asked my address, then referred elsewhere.

Sandi

[Steven Edwards]

How do you email a legislator if you are not in their district? I tried this before, but before I could email, I was asked my address, then referred elsewhere.

Sandi

You find out which zip code is theirs (check the address for their district office) and use that.

[mckeownp]

out of district senators

www. type in senators name.. pick e-mail... pick subject... write in info, I don't know if this works for house reps.

I emailed Sen. Cantwell friday after Bethany alerted me that she was NOT a co-sponsor. I haven't heard back from her yet. I'll post as soon as I get a response.

If she has not re-upped, I think I'll write some letters that others can send: my voting age daughters, son-in-law, good friends, other relatives. Then they can just cut and paste and hit send! I have in the past sent the link from CRF to others, but I don't believe anyone has acted on it. I think a more personal approach will work.

How do you email a legislator if you are not in their district? I tried this before, but before I could email, I was asked my address, then referred elsewhere.

Sandi

[NoDecafPlz]

All my NJ guys are on board.

If I take my power chair and take the train to DC.

How do I get my PW to the Radisson?

Joe

[Susan M]

"PW", Joe?

[cheesecake]

Joe, From DC you take the Metro to Crystal City Radison. Is PW= Power wheelchair? At Crystal City you can probably get a cab or van from the Metro.

[betheny]

Yay Joe's back in service!

Airports to Crystal City

CRYSTAL CITY HOTELS
ARLINGTON, VA 22202
METRO STOP: CRYSTAL CITY


By Air
Three major airports serve the Washington, D.C. area: Reagan National (DCA), Dulles International (IAD), and
Baltimore/Washington International (BWI). The most convenient airport to the city is Reagan National, located approximately 2 miles from the headquarter hotel in Arlington, VA. Dulles airport is located approximately 25 miles from the hotel, and BWI airport is located approximately 45 miles from the hotel. When making arrangements, be sure to check the airfare prices to all three airports since costs may vary significantly.

The Washington area is also served by a variety of ground transportation options at each airport. Below is a listing of several options for traveling from the airport to the hotel. Fares shown are approximate one-way, one person.



**When making airport-to-hotel transportation arrangements, verify that they will accept your payment method!


Taxi:

From BWI—The BWI Taxi stand is located just outside of the baggage claim area of the Lower Level of the BWI Airport Terminal. If you require a wheelchair van they suggest that you phone ahead (410-859-1100) to assure availability. Approximate rate to Crystal City is $65.00.

From National—Virginia taxicabs are available at the exits of each terminal. Dispatchers are available at the exits to assist passengers. Approx. rate $15.00.
From Dulles—
Washington Flyer Taxicabs:
No taxi reservation is required. Simply come to the "Taxi Passengers" area on the lower level of the Main Terminal, where a Taxicab
Dispatcher is on duty 24 hours a day. Wheelchair-accessible minibuses can accommodate one person in his/her wheelchair plus three additional passengers. Approximate rates from Dulles to Crystal City...$40.00.



Shuttle:
Supershuttle (1-800-259-3826). Disabled travellers also see www.supershuttle.com/htm/ada.htm
(Disabled SuperShuttle). Reserve in advance-specify wheelchair accessibility. Ask where to meet shuttle.
From BWI—$37.00
From National—$8.00
From Dulles—$22.00


Metro:
From BWI—not available
From National—Up to $2.85
From Dulles—not available

Reagan Airport Metro:
Reagan airport Metro stations are adjacent to Terminals B and C. Farecard plaza for disabled and other passengers using elevators, is under the Metrorail platform, midway between the north and south mezzanines.
Metro route-Reagan Airport to Crystal City
Take yellow line train towards Mt. Vernon Sq. or blue line train towards Largo Town Center. Exit at next stop-Crystal City Station.


By Train:
Amtrak service is available into Washington, D.C., via Union Station. Amtrak is a convenient option for many people who will be traveling from various points along the East Coast. To make Amtrak reservations, call 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit www.amtrak.com.

Union Station to Crystal City by Metro:
Red Line to Gallery Place-Chinatown station. Change to Yellow Line, stop is Crystal City.


By Car:
Rental cars are available at all three regional airports.

[betheny]

Radisson = 2 blocks from Crystal City Metro

[betheny]

DC Metro System...Map

[cheesecake]

Metro:
From BWI—not available
From National—Up to $2.85
From Dulles—not available

From BWI airport,take the free shuttle to Amtrak. Amtrak and MARC depart hourly on weekdays to Union Station/DC.

If you can transfer in and out of your chair, I know a taxi driver who will pick you up by appointment. SHe is very dependable, and takes credit cards. She works out of BWI region.

[betheny]

Yay cheese! People, please consider cheesecake's addendums. The pages I write are the best information available....in OKLAHOMA!!

[Susan M]

Must Register for W2W Symposium

Reminder: Anyone planning on attending the Working 2 Walk Symposium on Sunday, April 30th and/or Monday, May 1st must register:
http://www.unite2fightparalysis.org/...gistration.htm

The symposium offers an incredible opportunity to meet leading scientists and others in the field of spinal cord injury research. We will meet them, hear them and let them know who we are face to face. We will find out in person what's needed from us to help support their efforts. We will share with them first hand our sense of urgency.

Symposium tentative schedule:http://www.unite2fightparalysis.org/...2WSchedule.htm

Registration fee is $100/person.

Registration fees help defray the cost of venue, catered lunch, printed materials, etc.

There are ten (10) $100 grants available to cover registration fees; five (5) donated by Josh Basile and his Detrmined2Heal Foundation. Thank you, Josh.

Please apply for a grant here: http://www.unite2fightparalysis.org/...pplication.htm

Please contact me with questions: sue@unite2fightparalysis.org

Thank you,

Susan

[Susan M]

Funding Your Trip to Washington, DC

Wanting to attend the W2W Symposium & Rally, but have limited funds? Here are some ideas for funding your trip to Washington, DC:

http://www.unite2fightparalysis.org/...elfFunding.pdf

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you,
Susan
sue@unite2fightparalysis.org

[toots kazoo]

W2W Souvenir Shirts Now Available to Order

Souvenir Shirts for Working 2 Walk can be ordered here. They are $10 each and available in men's, women's & youth sizes. The logo is really going to look sharp on a bright white shirt. Here's a pic.