A few topline 2024 election takeaways by RTC predict new challenges and opportunities for active transportation.

Biking, walking and trails funding initiatives win big in November 2024 ballot

Analysis of Transportation Alternatives, nation’s largest funding source for active transportation, finds progress amidst overwhelming demand.

We’re seeing the impact of the Carbon Reduction Program, which provides $6.4 billion in formula funds to develop carbon reduction strategies.

Over $830 million in one-time funding awarded through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods program will advance projects.

Here are five ways you can become a changemaker for trails, and help build even more momentum for trails and active transportation networks.

Over the past several years, these are all ways we’ve described the momentum driving the national movement to connect the nation by trail.

RTC has been focused on building a nation connected by trails, spreading trails across the country to bring new potential to communities.

It has been described as a “tipping point,” “critical mass” and “milestone” achievement. Regardless of what it’s called, there’s no doubt that the proliferation of trail networks around the United States is significant.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) celebrated a 70% increase in funding alongside policy changes that support equity, connectivity and maintenance priorities.