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Advocating for a High Performing Transportation Alternatives Program
December 17, 2024
During this dialogue, RTC staff and external panelists discussed how to advocate for a high performing Transportation Alternatives Program.
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Post-Election Landscape: Next Steps for the Trail and Active Transportation Movement
December 09, 2024
During this webinar, RTC’s VP of Policy, Kevin Mills, outlined what the election results mean for trails, walking and biking.
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Bridging the Gaps: Maine’s Vision for a Statewide Interconnected Trail Network
November 05, 2024
Maine Active Transportation Arterials plan calls for an active transportation system that would connect the state’s 25 largest municipalities.
Maine's Down East Sunrise Trail | Photo by Katie Guerin
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Examining the W&OD Trail as a Beloved Northern Virginia Asset and National Model
October 08, 2024
Stretching for 45 miles in Northern Virginia—the W&OD Trail has been a mainstay for millions of people over five decades.
One of the earliest rail-trails to influence Congress, the W&OD Trail in Northern Virginia is today a national model for the country, receiving millions of visitors each year. | Photo by Albert Ting
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Venturing Out on Trails as a New Mom
October 07, 2024
We were excited to take our baby out in our incredibly walkable and bikeable city. We researched strollers, carriers and other items.
Elle Segal and family | Photo courtesy Elle Segal
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National Trail Grant Awardees Focus on Youth and Inclusive Signage
October 04, 2024
Yalobusha Greenway Alliance received a $10,000 national trail grant from Rail to Trails Conservancy to develop a trail system in the region.
Texas' Santa Fe Trail | Photo courtesy Friends of Santa Fe Trail
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Webinar – TrADE Talk: State Innovations for Transportation Alternatives
September 30, 2024
During this TrADE talk, attendees heard from Transportation Alternatives staff about state innovations for transportation alternatives funds.
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Analysis of Nation’s Largest Funding Source for Active Transportation Finds Progress Amidst Overwhelming Demand
September 25, 2024
Analysis of Transportation Alternatives, nation’s largest funding source for active transportation, finds progress amidst overwhelming demand.
River Des Peres Greenway | Photo courtesy Great Rivers Greenway
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Transportation Alternatives Spending Report FY23
September 24, 2024
According to the Transportation Alternatives Spending Report FY23, $1.33 billion was apportioned to the states for the TA program in FY 2023.
Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath | Photo by Jason Cohn
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Georgia’s Firefly Trail Shines Brightly
September 06, 2024
Georgia’s Firefly Trail is a planned 39-mile route is steadily realized with “model mile” sections that demonstrate the pathway’s potential.
Winterville stop along the Ticket to Ride event supporting Georgia's Firefly Trail | Photo courtesy Firefly Trail, Inc.