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Focus Term: Encouraging Trail Use


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Bicycle and Transit Integration Guide (APTA)
January 27, 2026
Bicycles are a useful mode of transportation for short trips (one to three miles) beyond walkable distance but accessible without an automobile. Municipalities across North America are developing strategies to facilitate biking as a mode of transportation with a place-based mix of on-street facilities and bike-friendly policies. As these same communities leverage public transit assets […]
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Uncommon Accommodations: The Cutest, Quaintest and Quirkiest Stays Along the Great Allegheny Passage
December 11, 2025
Bicyclist on trestle bridge along the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP, gaptrail.org) | Photo by Ashley Stimpson
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Trail Moments | Cycling with Parkinson’s: A Journey of Love, Loss and Resilience
August 19, 2025
Jim and Anne Silver | Photo courtesy Anne Silver
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Baltimore Voters Support Equitable Transportation Funding and Enhanced Trail Infrastructure
June 13, 2024

Baltimore Voters Support Equitable Transportation Funding and Enhanced Trail Infrastructure

Druid Hill Park in Baltimore, MD | Photo by Side A Photography
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Debbie Njai: Breaking Down Barriers for People of Color in the Outdoors
June 04, 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 03, 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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Five Years Of Progress On Great American Rail-Trail Elevates National Impact Of Active Transportation Infrastructure
May 08, 2024

RTC marked 5th anniversary of the Great American Rail-Trail alongside Warrior Expeditions, REI Co-op, members of Congress and state officials.

Warrior Expeditions bike ride to commemorate 5th anniversary of Great American Rail-Trail | Photo by Mariah Miranda Photography
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Elements of Gold: Michigan’s Pere Marquette Rail-Trail Is a Special Place for All Seasons
April 08, 2024

The Pere Marquette Rail-Trail is like a gold standard for the quality of the trail and the upkeep and something people can enjoy all the time.

The Tridge along the 30-mile Pere Marquette Rail Trail in Michigan | Photo by Cory Matteson
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Rail-Trail Running for Beginners
April 04, 2024

Rail-trails offer a fantastic option for a beginning running program. Since they’re mostly off road, you don’t have to worry about cars.

Group of trail runners in Baltimore, MD | Photo by Allison Abruscato
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Seven Ways to Keep Kids Entertained on the Trails
March 13, 2024

To help make your family biking adventures more enjoyable, here are seven creative ideas to keep kids entertained while cruising the trails.

Child on Strider bike - Photo courtesy of Strider Bikes