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Leveraging This Moment for Impact
February 05, 2024

Over the past several years, these are all ways we’ve described the momentum driving the national movement to connect the nation by trail.

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Tapping Into Opportunity: RTC’s Strategic Priorities
January 10, 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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A Cultural Shift as America’s Trail Networks Take Hold
December 13, 2023

It has been described as a “tipping point,” “critical mass” and “milestone” achievement. Regardless of what it’s called, there’s no doubt that the proliferation of trail networks around the United States is significant.

Chuck Huckelberry Loop | Photo by Gerry Loew, Pima County Communications
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Elevating Opportunity in 2023—Reflections From the Trails Movement
December 13, 2023

It has been described as a “tipping point,” “critical mass” and “milestone” achievement. Regardless of what it’s called, there’s no doubt that the proliferation of trail networks around the United States is significant.

Ohio's Cleveland Foundation Centennial Lake Link Trail | Photo by Jason Cohn
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WEBINAR – Playbook in Action: Building Investment Strategies that Unlock Funding
December 12, 2023
Join Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) for our TrailNation Playbook in Action series! Throughout the year, we’ll take a deep dive into the TrailNation Playbook, a free resource to leverage the lessons learned from building trail networks, and leaders from across the trails and active transportation movement who are successfully implementing the playbook strategies in their communities.   […]
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These 2023 Trail Grants Are Activating Trails and Trail Networks Across the US
December 11, 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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Pedestrian and Bicycle Funding Opportunities
November 15, 2023
This table prepared by the FHWA indicates potential eligibility for pedestrian and bicycle projects under U.S. Department of Transportation surface transportation funding programs. Additional restrictions may apply. See notes and basic program requirements below, and see program guidance for detailed requirements.  This resource is updated regularly. Check the FHWA website for the most recent version: https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/funding/ […]
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Rails-to-Trails Conservancy 2023 Grants Lift Up Efforts to Develop and Activate Trail Networks Nationwide
November 14, 2023
Black People Who Hike event in August 2023 | Photo courtesy Black People Who Hike
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WEBINAR – TrADE Talk: Opportunities and Innovation with Transportation Alternatives Funding Implementation
September 20, 2023
The Transportation Alternatives Data Exchange (TrADE) helps stakeholders at the federal, state and local levels understand and make effective use of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Program. Learn more about RTC’s recently released TrADE Report which is an important tool for states, regions and active transportation professionals to understand spending patterns and strengthen the program, thus improving the efficiency and impact of investments made.    During this TrADE talk, attendees heard from and engaged […]
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First Transportation Alternatives Funding Cycle Since BIL Shows Room for Improvement
September 20, 2023

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) celebrated a 70% increase in funding alongside policy changes that support equity, connectivity and maintenance priorities.

California's San Diego Creek Trail | Photo by Kevin Belanger