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Where the Wild Things Go: Exploring Wildlife Corridors Along America’s Trails
July 07, 2024

Wildlife corridors join one natural landscape to another, allow animals to migrate between habitats and access critical resources.

Dungeness River Bridge Area | Photo by John Gussman
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Top 15 Unique Trails for Runners
June 10, 2024

Here’s a list of unique trails for runners around the country, combining scenery with interesting features.

Missouri's St. Louis Riverfront Trail | Photo courtesy Great Rivers Greenway
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Debbie Njai: Breaking Down Barriers for People of Color in the Outdoors
June 03, 2024

When Black People Who Hike founder Debbie Njai went on a hike with friends in 2020, she didn’t know the trek would change her life.

Debbie Njai sitting - Photo courtesy Black People Who Hike
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Best Of: Summer Boardwalks and Pathways
June 02, 2024

Highlighted are just a few summer boardwalks and pathways from across the country to explore as the weather warms up.

Florida's Miami Beach Beachwalk | Photo by Golden Dusk Photography, courtesy City of Miami Beach
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Virginia’s High Bridge Trail State Park
May 31, 2024

Since the High Bridge Trail State Park was finally coming to Pamplin, there has been new investment in the town and a real revitalization.

High Bridge Trail State Park is a multi-use trail ideally suited for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Its centerpiece is the majestic High Bridge, which is more than 2,400 feet long and 160 feet above the Appomattox River. The majestic bridge was built in 1853 as part of the South Side Railroad. Virginia Tourism Corporation, www.Virginia.org
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The Joy of Celebrating Trails Day 2024
May 13, 2024

Celebrate Trails Day 2024 was celebrated in all 50 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Our partners planned more than 240 celebrations.

Bronzeville Trail Task Force, Major Taylor Bike Club & The Misfits Cycling Club riding Chicago's Major Taylor Trail | Photo by Douglas Monieson
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American Icon: The Great American Rail-Trail Is on Its Way to Fulfilling a Cross-Country Vision
May 06, 2024

Five years after launch, the Great American Rail-Trail is on its way to fulfilling a cross-country vision. See updates across the route.

Eastern Continental Divide tunnel along the Great Allegheny Passage (gaptrail.org) | Photo courtesy Dave Majors
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How You Ride the Great American Rail-Trail
May 05, 2024

Learn how to ride the Great American Rail-Trail and Adventure Cycling’s contribution of a 960-mile detour route between Nebraska and Montana.

Panhandle Trail located in West Virginia and Pennsylvania | Photo by Milo Bateman
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Exploring Trails with Bike Trailers: Tips for a Family-Friendly Adventure
May 05, 2024

Bike Trailers Tips can enhance your journey, providing a safe and convenient means to transport your little ones, pets or cargo.

2 people taking selfie with cargo bikes | Photo courtesy of Burley
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Ohio’s Wolf Creek Trail
May 02, 2024

Dayton’s Wolf Creek Trail is just over 16 miles and runs northwest from the city’s downtown to nearly the Indiana border.

Ohio's Wolf Creek Trail at the Brookville Station | Photo courtesy Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission