Dan Burden established this consultancy after dedicating nearly 50 years to helping people embrace active lifestyles, encouraging walking, jogging, bicycling, wheeling, using transit, and vibrant lives within communities. Growing up in the Midwest, Dan’s sense of exploration extended from 1 to 6 miles during his childhood years, fostering numerous friendships along the way. These experiences not only instilled in him a deep-rooted confidence but also fueled his desire to understand the built environment. As a young adult in the early 1960s, Dan developed a profound love for bicycling and quickly realized he was not alone in this passion. Motivated to share the joys of bicycling with others, he emerged as a respected pioneer and authority in active transportation, trail and parks planning, and community engagement. In 1980, Dan became the nation’s first full-time Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator, sought after by planners, engineers, landscape architects, developers, elected leaders, staff, and residents who benefitted from his expertise in effectively involving their communities in town-making efforts. Today, Dan’s tireless efforts have inspired thousands of communities across North America. He aspires for you to embark on this exhilarating journey of discovery as well, as it holds the transformative power to change lives. We invite you to explore the resources we have compiled, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you require additional services.