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Building Relationships With Elected Officials to Support Trail Advocacy
June 05, 2026

Explore how elected officials are vital in building relationships with communities to support local trails and active transportation.

Dequindre Cut segment of Michigan's Joe Louis Greenway | Photo by Joe Gall, courtesy Detroit Riverfront Conservancy (DRFC)
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Celebrate Trails Day 2026: The Power of a Day on the Trail
June 02, 2026

Join the celebration for Celebrate Trails Day 2026 and partake in walks, runs, and community events across the nation.

Group bike ride along California's San Francisco Bay Area Trail | Photo courtesy RTC
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How to Get to US World Cup 2026 Events by Trail, Walking, Biking and Public Transit
May 27, 2026

Explore how to get to U.S. World Cup events by trail, public transit and discover nearby attractions without needing a car.

Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Photo by Flickr user Lukedrich Photography
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Trail Moments | Sally Olds’ Four Decades of Support
May 27, 2026

Explore Sally Olds’ journey of four decades of supporting RTC. “I believe I should help as long as possible.”

Sally Olds at the Chicago Botanic Garden | Photo by Ben Lipowitz
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Veterans Embark on Cross-Country Trek on the Great American Rail-Trail, Elevating Importance of Outdoor Infrastructure to Nation’s Health
May 21, 2026

Join veterans as they embark on the Great American Rail-Trail. Discover their journey across America and its significance.

Warrior Expeditions 2026 Great American Rail-Trail ride kick off at the Capitol | Photo by Cedric Craig
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Congress Takes First Step On New Transportation Law
May 19, 2026

BUILD America 250 Act, the new transportation law, preserves beneficial programs and policy, but it is not a victory lap for trails.

Active Transportation - California's Bay Trail | Photo by David Joel Lee
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BUILD America 250 Act Poses Challenges for America’s Active Transportation Future
May 18, 2026

The BUILD America 250 Act poses challenges for active transportation infrastructure despite protecting existing programs.

Active Transportation - California's Richmond Greenway | Photo by R.D. Lopez
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Celebrating Progress, Building On a Legacy
May 15, 2026

Join us in celebrating progress and our legacy. Reflect on the impact of Rails to Trails Conservancy over the past 40 years.

Ryan Chao at Celebrate Trails Day 2026 | Photo courtesy RTC
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Montour Trail Honors Its Presidential Trailside History With George Washington Marker
May 12, 2026

Discover the history of Montour Trail and its connection to George Washington, highlighting his role after the war.

Montour Trail in Pennsylvania | Photo by Milo Bateman
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North Carolina’s Ecusta Trail: May 2026 Trail of the Month
May 12, 2026

Explore North Carolina’s Ecusta Trail, a scenic 6-mile route perfect for leisurely rides and local dining experiences.

Mural along North Carolina's Ecusta Trail | Photo by Craig Distl, courtesy Visit Hendersonville
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