September 26, 2013 - Bismarck, N.D. – Capital Area Transit (the CAT bus) just launched its “How to Ride” video, giving new riders an easier way to learn about getting around the Bismarck/Mandan area on the CAT bus.
The “How to Ride” the CAT bus video is made up of 10 chapters that give new riders detailed information and instructions on everything from the CAT’s history to how to board and depart the bus. Riders may choose to watch the individual chapters that they are interested in, or to watch all 10 chapters at once on the CAT YouTube Channel or website.
“We have noticed an increase in the number of calls to our office from new riders who have just moved to the area.” Said Robin Werre, Transit Director. “The CAT operates differently than a bus system in a much larger metropolitan city. These videos will be a great learning tool for those newcomers to see how it works. We also encourage local individuals who have never ridden the CAT before to watch the videos and give the CAT a try.”
The videos may be found at the following links (a DVD copy may be requested at the contact information above):
Started in 1990, Bis-Man Transit provides 24/7 door-to-door transportation for people with disabilities and seniors age 60 or older. Bis-Man Transit operates within the cities, and two miles surrounding city limits of Bismarck, Mandan and Lincoln N.D., and provides service to the University of Mary.
Capital Area Transit, better known as the CAT Bus, is the fixed route public bus system serving Bismarck and Mandan, N.D. The CAT was started in 2004 and currently runs 12 routes.