Focus Term: Threats to Trail Building
Over 1,000 Organizations Come Together With a Clear Message for Congress: Walking and Biking Infrastructure Is Essential
Today, the nation’s leading advocacy organizations for trails, walking and bicycling sent a letter to Congressional leaders with a clear message: Walking and biking infrastructure is essential to communities nationwide.
Illinois’ Hennepin Canal Parkway
Now, with its 112-year history, the Hennepin Canal Parkway seems a natural for its latest chapter—as a “gateway trail” in the nearly 4,000-mile Great American Rail-Trail, a cross-country route planned by Rails to Trails Conservancy (RTC) to stretch across the United States, from Washington, D.C., to Washington State.
What the Marvin M. Brandt Case Means for America’s Rail-Trails
On March 10, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its decision in the case of Marvin M. Brandt Revocable Trust et al. v. United States.
The Supreme Court Decision: How Does It Affect Rail-Trails?
After examining the U.S. Supreme Court’s disappointing decision for rail-trails, it is clear that its reach is much narrower than reported.
Supreme Court Hands Down Disappointing Decision for Trails in U.S.
Today’s Supreme Court ruling is disappointing news for Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, rail-trail advocates and trail users around the country.
