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Here Is Some Inspiration to Keep Up or Create Your #TrailMoments Momentum!
October 13, 2021

RTC launched our #TrailMoments 21-Day Challenge, so an entire community could band together and keep each other motivated.

Left to Right- Waides Ashmon III, Ashley Jones, MaShant Ashmon, Ian Mackay and Vasu Sojitraa | Graphic by RTC
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Oklahoma’s Oklahoma River Trails
October 05, 2021

These routes, including the well-loved Oklahoma River Trails, bring people to the neighborhoods, parks, world-class attractions and the flourishing downtown region.

Oklahoma River Trails | Courtesy Oklahoma City Community Foundation
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Top 10 Trails in Oklahoma
September 27, 2021

If you’re thinking, “Oh, what a beautiful morning … for a bike ride or a pleasant hike,” you’ll find trails in Oklahoma to be truly OK. 

Oklahoma's Old Frisco Trail | Photo by TrailLink user curtandjanet
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Top 10 Trails in Illinois
September 15, 2021

From experienced to novices, Illinois is a diverse outdoor destination. Here are just 10 of our favorite trails in Illinois.

Illinois' Wauponsee Glacial Trail | Photo by TrailLink user alexrauch84
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Trail Moments | A Student of Biking: Learning to Love Trails
September 14, 2021

Bike rides clear my mind and help me focus on the rest of the day. For me, quick physical activities during the weekdays are now based around trails.

Graphic by RTC, Photos courtesy Hyderabad Randonneurs and TrailLink user fredjerina
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Iowa’s Raccoon River Valley Trail
September 09, 2021

In pastoral west-central Iowa, the Raccoon River Valley Trail has won this year’s blue-ribbon prize: entrance into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame.

Perry's depot along the Raccoon River Valley Trail | Courtesy Raccoon River Valley Trail Association
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Trail Moments | My New Trail Self-Care Routine as a New Dad
September 09, 2021

I’m still passionate about trails, and I continue to travel by bicycle on shorter trips—particularly on trails.

Erick Cedeño on the Exposition Line Bikeway | Courtesy Erick Cedeño
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Trail Moments | 21 Easy Ways to Enjoy Your Local Trails
September 09, 2021

If you’re looking to create a new healthy habit outside, we’ve created a list of 21 easy-to-do actions you can take immediately on your nearest trail.

Graphic by RTC
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Connections of Land, Sea and Sky: Olympic Discovery Trail
September 06, 2021

The Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) is a showcase of some of the most renowned cultural and natural assets on the North Olympic Peninsula.

The Elwha River Bridge in Port Angeles along the Olympic Discovery Trail has two decks—one for vehicles and one (below it) for pedestrians and bicyclists. | Photo by John Gussman
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Trail Moments | How To Long-Distance Bike Tour With (Six!) Young Kids
September 02, 2021

We’ve found that good rails-trail routes can be very forgiving to those new to bike touring. We’ve learned so much since then.

Photos courtesy Dale Majors and TrailLink user protoolned, graphic by RTC