As we look ahead, we see opportunity and potential in the work and in the inspiration provided by the partners, friends and advocates with whom we share our collective vision.

The Build Back Better Act includes programs that address critical transportation and infrastructure issues, such as economic development, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and equity.

The key to creating inclusive & equitable trail development is ensuring every stakeholder in a community is a part of the development process

Here are 5 #TrailMoments that were particularly special for Ian Mackay during the 2020 year.    

What the Biden Infrastructure plan is missing, however, is a focus on creating low-stress walking and biking routes, like trail and active transportation networks.

I’ve shared my personal views about the importance of solidarity against racism, but I haven’t yet told my own story.

We found that one activity still brings us so much joy—biking as a family on our local trails.

RTC interviewed Vasu Sojitra, a professional athlete, and a diversity, equity and inclusion strategist. It was an awesome and eye-opening conversation about his time on the trail—his favorite #TrailMoments—and how we can all make outdoor spaces more inclusive and accessible.

Throughout this year, as we’ve continued to galvanize the trails movement in a virtual world, the movement itself has inspired us—in particular, the stories so many have shared of the moments of joy, respite, healing and strength they have found on the trail. The impact of our work in this time has brought urgency and focus to our path forward.

The Glossary of Trail Terms provides definitions of terms like equity, equality, diversity, inclusion, cultural competence and equitable development.