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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
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Wintertime Trail Fun
February 01, 2024

A wintertime trail brings a whole new way to explore such as cross-country ski, snowshoe, fat-tire bike or take a walk through the snow.

Alaska's Tony Knowles Coastal Trail | Photo by Jody O. Photos
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Tapping Into Opportunity: RTC’s Strategic Priorities
January 11, 2024

RTC has been focused on building a nation connected by trails, spreading trails across the country to bring new potential to communities.

Happy multiracial women having fun embracing each outside - Photo courtesy Getty Images
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These 2023 Trail Grants Are Activating Trails and Trail Networks Across the US
December 12, 2023

In 2023, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Awarded 30 Trail Grants Totaling $348,000 to Support Equitable Trail Development and Community Programs.

Black People Who Hike event in August 2023 | Photo courtesy Black People Who Hike
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Trail Moments | Climate Activist Luke Henkel Pedals for the Planet
September 12, 2023

This inspired me to embark on one of the biggest adventures of my life: a 1,100-mile bike journey from my home in Chicago to New York City in time for Climate Week NYC

Arriving in New York City at the end of an 1,100-mile biking journey from Chicago | Photo courtesy Luke Henkel
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6 Tips to Share the Trail and Recreate Responsibly
August 29, 2023

Here are six tips that will help make every trip safe and fun for everyone.

Arkansas' Razorback Regional Greenway | Photo courtesy Experience Fayetteville