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Leveraging This Moment for Impact
February 06, 2024

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

Group on trail - Photo courtesy Getty Images
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Tapping Into Opportunity: RTC’s Strategic Priorities
January 11, 2024

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

Happy multiracial women having fun embracing each outside - Photo courtesy Getty Images
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A Cultural Shift as America’s Trail Networks Take Hold
December 14, 2023

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.

Chuck Huckelberry Loop | Photo by Gerry Loew, Pima County Communications
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Elevating Opportunity in 2023—Reflections From the Trails Movement
December 14, 2023

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.

Ohio's Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail | Photo by Jason Cohn
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First Transportation Alternatives Funding Cycle Since BIL Shows Room for Improvement
September 21, 2023

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

California's San Diego Creek Trail | Photo by Kevin Belanger
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Arkansas’ Razorback Regional Greenway
July 05, 2023

Whether he’s going to work or out to eat with his family, Fayetteville resident Matt Mihalevich often hops on his bicycle and rides the Razorback Regional Greenway in Northwest Arkansas to get there.

Arkansas' Razorback Regional Greenway | Photo courtesy Experience Fayetteville
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The Critical Role of Active Transportation in the Federal Carbon Reduction Program
June 27, 2023

The Carbon Reduction Program (CRP), which provides $6.4 billion in formula funds over five years, and requires 65% of funds to be suballocated based on population.

Herring Run Trail in Baltimore, MD | Photo by Side A Photography
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18 Months In: What’s the Impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for Trails, Walking and Biking?
June 23, 2023

After 18 months, learn aboutthe Impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for trails, walking and biking.

Ohio's Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail | Photo by Jason Cohn
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California’s Mill Valley/Sausalito Multiuse Pathway
June 13, 2023

It’s a popular route for children heading to school, a place for retirees to get in a morning walk and a crucial link for bicycle commuters on their way to work. As any of its numerous advocates will tell you, coastal California’s Mill Valley/Sausalito Multiuse Pathway more than lives up to its multiuse name.

California's Mill Valley-Sausalito Multiuse Pathway | Photo courtesy Marin County Bicycle Coalition
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Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Part of Main Street America Thriving Communities Team, Supporting Equitable Rural and Tribal Commercial District Development
April 19, 2023

USDOT Awards Main Street America $5.9 Million as part of the Thriving Communities Program to help communities across the country

Bicyclist near Capitol Building - Photo courtesy D.C. Department of Transportation