Press Release
Borinquen Trail adds Puerto Rico to the Rails-to-Trails Map
The Borinquen Trail is a 600-mile multi-use trail, endorsed by RTC. The trail repurposes former railroad right-of-way.
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Part of Main Street America Thriving Communities Team, Supporting Equitable Rural and Tribal Commercial District Development
USDOT Awards Main Street America $5.9 Million as part of the Thriving Communities Program to help communities across the country
Advocates Collaborate to Effectively Manage and Develop Ohio’s Statewide Trails Network
The Ohio Trails Partnership and RTC marked the 6th anniversary of the Ohio’s Legislative Trails Caucus by calling on legislators to strategically invest in the statewide trails system.
Advocates Amplify Indiana Governor’s Call for $50 Million Investment in Next Level Trails Program
The Greenways Foundation of Indiana and RTC urge legislature to bolster statewide trail fund for Next Level Trails Program.
White House Budget Increases Active Transportation Connectivity Funding
U.S. Department of Transportation budget proposal reinforces importance of trails and active transportation networks to safety.
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hosts Expert Roundtable to Discuss Importance of Nation’s Trails in Building Community, Encouraging People to Be Active Outside, and Inspiring Action for the Planet
RTC, CDC, EARTHDAY.org and Women @ Work to join roundtable discussion focused on strategies for being active outside in ways.
Reconnecting Communities Grants Prioritize Walking and Biking as Essential in Addressing Barriers to Equitable Mobility and Economic Opportunity
RTC analysis identifies trend elevating trails, walking and biking as traffic safety, climate and equity solutions in U.S. DOT grantmaking.
Groups Call on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to Prioritize Investment in State’s Active Transportation Infrastructure
Recommendations to accelerate trail networks to address economic development, climate resiliency, mobility and bike/ped safety.
New Federal Grants Elevate Trail and Active Transportation Systems as Essential Infrastructure in Addressing Traffic Fatalities
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s analysis finds that 46% of Safe Streets and Roads for All Construction Grants Address the Need for Traffic-Separated Walking and Biking Routes
New Signage Program Celebrates History Along the Great American Rail-Trail
RTC and William G. Pomeroy Foundation launch program to lift hidden histories and points of local pride on route of Great American Rail-Trail
