Today at 2 p.m. ET: Don't forget to tune in for our upcoming TrailNation Spotlight with SmithGroup: "Trails and Greenways: Beyond the Path"! Register now for this free webinar: rtc.li/trailnation-... *1.0 AICP CM credits are available for eligible participants

Join us in Cleveland for the #TrailNation Summit, Oct. 27-29! At this one-of-a-kind event, participants will gain skills, relationships and tools to advance and accelerate the development of trail networks. Learn more + register by Oct. 10: www.railstotrails.org/trailnation/...

9/25: Join us for our free webinar about protecting railbanking—the foundational legislation making thousands of miles of rail-trails nationwide possible. Learn more + register: rtc.li/protect-rail...

9/18: Join us for the next session in our #TrailNation Spotlight series, featuring design firm, SmithGroup! This session will explore how they work with communities to plan and design trail systems that are sustainable, accessible & connected. Register: rtc.li/trailnation-....

Register for the #TrailNation Summit to join us for the only conference dedicated to connecting our nation’s trail networks. Here’s a sneak peek at the lineup of keynotes! Register by 10/10: www.railstotrails.org/trailnation/... *13 AICP CM credits for eligible planners

9/10: Join us and the William G. Pomeroy Foundation to learn about the "Trails Across America" marker grant program, which provides fully-funded markers to commemorate historically significant people, places and events along the nation's trails! rtc.li/trails-acros...

9/10: Join us and the William G. Pomeroy Foundation to learn about the "Trails Across America" marker grant program, which provides fully-funded markers to commemorate historically significant people, places and events along the nation's trails! rtc.li/trails-acros...

After counting thousands of votes, we're thrilled to announce that Kansas' Flint Hills Trail State Park is the 2025 Hall of Fame trail! Learn more about the Flint Hills Trail State Park and the other #HallOfFameTrails: RailsToTrails.org/HallOfFame

Thank you to everyone who supported this year's Hall of Fame nominees by voting! Stay tuned for the unveiling of the 2025 Hall of Fame trail. To make sure you don’t miss the announcement, sign up for updates: RailsToTrails.org/eNews. #HallOfFameTrails

LAST CHANCE: Vote for your top choice to be the next Hall of Fame trail! Vote by 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 6: RailsToTrails.Org/HallOfFame.

Vote for the next Hall of Fame trail! ⭐️East Central Regional Rail Trail FL ⭐️Murdock Canal Trail, UT ⭐️Flint Hills Trail State Park, KS The 2025 nominees are all stellar, so we need your help to decide which should join the #HallOfFameTrails. Vote at RailsToTrails.org/HallofFame

Despite these setbacks, the demand for trails and spaces to walk + bike is strong—and, together, we can work to elevate how essential they are to our safety, economy and everyday lives. Read more in @usa.streetsblog.org.

7/24: Join us for the next session in our #TrailNation Spotlight series, highlighting trail network development + fostering learning. This session, we'll be exploring the Arkansas’ Delta Heritage Trail. Register + learn more: rtc.li/trailnation-...

ICYMI, on July 15, Gov. Murphy, elected officials, ‪@njbwc.org‬, and other advocates gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Greenway! Read more about this exciting project + how it will help improve regional connectivity: www.nj.gov/governor/new...

As details for the TrailNation Summit come together, we couldn’t wait to share some of the incredible speakers who will join us in Cleveland, Oct. 27-29! Get to know the speakers + register for the summit: rtc.li/trailnation-...

7/23: Register for our free webinar to learn about the role trails + active transportation in economic development! Part of a 2-part series, this session will focus on the economic impact of trails in tourism, outdoor recreation, livability and more. ➡️ www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#up...

Congress issued a major blow to trail + active transportation systems when it clawed back $750 mil of Neighborhood Access and Equity funding for connecting trails, walking and biking with the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Read more of the story: www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/re...

ICYMI, RTC joined local trail advocates, with support from the WilmerHale team, in scoring a major legal victory protecting the Derry Rail Trail Tunnel and historic railroad corridor in New Hampshire: Read more about the impact of this win: www.wilmerhale.com/en/insights/...

7/15 and 7/17: We're hosting identical "Changemakers for Trails" training sessions on how storytelling can drive change + bring attention to the trail projects you care about—and ways to stay engaged with decision-makers. Register for free: www.railstotrails.org/policy/chang...

7/24: Join us for the next session in our #TrailNation Spotlight series, highlighting trail network development + fostering learning. This session, we'll be exploring the Arkansas’ Delta Heritage Trail. Register + learn more: rtc.li/trailnation-...

Couldn't attend yesterday's TrailNation Spotlight webinar about the #CuyahogaGreenways? Not to worry! @railstotrails.org posted the recording for you.

Thank you for sharing your #TrailMoments!

7/23: Register for our free webinar to learn about the role trails + active transportation in economic development! Part of a 2-part series, this session will focus on the economic impact of trails in tourism, outdoor recreation, livability and more. ➡️ www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#up...

Breaking: A recent court victory protecting the Derry Rail Trail Tunnel and historic railroad corridor in New Hampshire represents a victory for America's rail-trails.  Read more about how RTC and our partners defended rail-trails in the courts: www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/co...

Today, 6/26, at 2 p.m. ET/ 11 a.m. PT: Join us for our TrailNation™ Spotlight to discuss the transformational work Cleveland is achieving through their developing trail network—the 1st session in our upcoming series of deep-dives ahead of RTC's TrailNation Summit in October! ➡️ rtc.li/trailnation-...

Today, 6/25, at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT: We hope you can join us to discuss the changing federal landscape and how you can help support RTC’s priorities for walking, biking and trails! Register for this free webinar: rtc.li/advocating-f...

“If you like the trails and sidewalks and want more, speak up" Check out this great read highlighting Dr. Rose Gowen's reflection as a City Commissioner, the power of using your voice for advocacy & her role in advancing the 428mi Caracara Trails in the Texas. myrgv.com/local-news/2...

It's summertime on the trail ☀️! Searching for a great place to go for a ride, walk, run or kick off the season outside? Find your #summer adventure with TrailLink: www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/pl...

Join us for our new TrailNation Spotlight series, designed to highlight trail network development + foster learning. 6/26, we’re exploring the Cuyahoga Greenways in Greater Cleveland, OH. Register now: rtc.li/trailnation-... And stay tuned for more in the series ahead of the TrailNation Summit!

June 25: Join us for our free webinar, "Advocating for Active Transportation: Introducing Rails to Trails Conservancy’s Reauthorization Agenda" to learn what RTC is doing—and actions you can take—to reinforce the impact of trails in your community: rtc.li/advocating-f...

#Maine: The state Legislature is considering an innovate bill that would require @MaineDOT1 to invest more in transportation options like trails, biking, walking and public transit. Tell your state lawmakers to support LD 1138 today: rtc.li/support-fund...

Inside our Spring/Summer 2025 Issue of Rails to Trails magazine, we explore trails around the country and the world, with an eye on how they’re serving as central connectors for community, transportation and economic development. Read the new issue: www.railstotrails.org/magazine/

"Advocates for trails in the Philly region say the U.S. Department of Transportation, which had already approved the grants, has not signed contracts or made payments toward them." Grants awarded for Circuit Trails projects have been frozen. Read more of the story: www.inquirer.com/news/philade...

#Maine: The state Legislature is considering an innovate bill that would require @MaineDOT1 to invest more in transportation options like trails, biking, walking and public transit. Tell your state lawmakers to support LD 1138 today: rtc.li/support-fund...

Thanks to Sen. Welch for his leadership, as well as Sen. Padilla and Rep. Thompson, in working to restore and modernize bike commuter benefits. Learn more about the Bicycle Commuter Act of 2025 and why @railstotrails.org supports reinstating these benefits. www.welch.senate.gov/welch-introd...

#Oregon: Speak out for your trails! The state’s proposed transportation budget was recently released—and it includes no new funding for trails. Public hearings on the budget begin today, so now is the time to tell your legislators you want funding for trails. Act now: rtc.li/support-fund...

We 💚 seeing #TrailMoments like these! Share yours here by tagging us or by visiting our website at RailsToTrails.org/TrailMoments.

#NewHampshire: Take action for your trails! As legislators finalize the budget this week, they have a chance to pass legislation and appropriate funding to expand and improve rail-trails in the Granite State. Act now: Tell your state lawmakers you want more rail-trails: rtc.li/support-fund...

June 10-12, Green Sports Alliance is hosting their 2025 summit, providing an opportunity to share ideas and connect about the intersection of sustainability, sports and entertainment! Learn more about their annual summit: www.greensportsalliance.org/summit

The latest issue of our magazine is here! Inside our Spring/Summer 2025 Issue, we explore trails around the country and the world, with an eye on how they’re serving as central connectors for community, transportation & economic development. Check it out: www.railstotrails.org/magazine/

#Oregon: Act now to share your support for your state's trails! Ask the subcommittee to include funding for a State Trails Coordinator in the Oregon Parks and Recreation Budget—which is being considered today, June 2, at 3 p.m. PT! ⬇️ Learn more from our partners at @ortrailscoalition.bsky.social

After decades of advocacy, #TeamRTC celebrated with the towns of Gerald, Owensville & Belle, MO, as they celebrated kicking off development of the 144-mi Rock Island Trail State Park! We’re proud to stand with the people who worked so hard to make this happen. www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/mi...

“The [Rock Island] trail will create an 'ecosystem of connectivity' and bring the towns together in a way they can’t even begin to imagine yet.” On 5/31, we're excited to be in Missouri to join our partners in celebrating the progress being made along the 144-mile Rock Island Trail and its future!

Reminder: Today is the last day to secure your spot for the #TrailNation Summit at the discounted early-bird rate. We're planning a great summit full of opportunities for hands-on learning and collaboration to accelerate the pace of trail network development. Register now—before prices go up 5/31!

Registration is open for our #TrailNation Summit! The Summit will provide an opportunity to learn + build connections to help accelerate the development of trail networks—plus get AICP CM credits! 📅 Oct. 25-27, 2025 📍 Cleveland, OH Learn more + register: www.railstotrails.org/trailnation/...

Mainers: Help create more rail-trails in #Maine! Tell your state rep. to pass LD 29 and LD 30 (as approved). This legislation would help create new trails + set the groundwork for a regional trail network that would connect dozens of communities in Maine. Act now: rtc.li/help-create-...

On May 14,  tune in on @RailsToTrails Facebook Page for a live broadcast as we explore the impact of spending time on trails—and how big moments like Celebrate Trails Day bring that impact into full view—with our friends at the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable and the Alabama Trails Foundation.

2024 was a landmark year for trails nationwide. More than ever before, people + places rallied for trails—demanding access to safe places to walk, bike and get outside. Explore the difference we made—together, with supporters like you—in our FY24 Impact Report: www.railstotrails.org/about/financ...

5/7: Tune in for our webinar about Trail-Oriented Development and explore how these practices—and the trails that inspire them—are helping to create vibrant, connected communities.   Register + learn more: www.railstotrails.org/webinars/

We’re at the Capitol celebrating the anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail and the kick-off of Warrior Expedition’s ride along its developing 3,700-mile route. Join us in cheering on this team of veterans as they bike across the country!