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Focus Term: Trail Moments


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Trail Moments with Jeff Jenkins of Chubby Diaries
February 28, 2021

Jeff Jenkins, as a prolific travel-blogger and the creator of Chubby Diaries—an “online community for plus-size travelers who are passionate about seeing the world.

Photo courtesy Jeff Jenkins, graphic by RTC
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Trail Moments | Connecting to Nature, Connecting as a Family, on America’s Trails
January 13, 2021

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

The Three of Us | Courtesy Darlene Maxfield
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Looking Back, With Gratitude, on a Year of Challenges and Triumphs for Trails
December 22, 2020

As 2020 draws to a close—a year of extreme changes and challenges—it is with incredible appreciation that we reflect on the collective impact of our movement across the country.

Photo by India Kea
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Trail Moments | The Long Trail Home
December 16, 2020

I lost that connection during the pandemic, and I have realized that rediscovering the trails around me—my #TrailMoments—makes me feel whole and like the world will be ok.

Ed and Jenn Coleman on the Chief Ladiga Trail | Courtesy Ed Coleman
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Tips, #TrailMoments and Talk with Vasu Sojitra
December 06, 2020

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.

Photo by Vasu Sojitra | Triple Tree, Drinking Horse and the M trails, on the land of Apsáalooke, Salish-Kootenai, Northern Cheyenne, Niitsitapi, Shoshone-Bannock and many other Nations
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When Trails Connect Everyone, Everywhere
November 30, 2020

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.

Tacony Creek | Photo by Thom Carroll
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Trail Moments | From Burnout to Biking: Rediscovering My Love for the Outdoors on Ohio’s Trails
November 19, 2020

The outdoors always brings me pleasure and relaxation, but this year it means more than ever. I explored new places and identified new flora and fauna.

Amy on Ohio's Camp Chase Trail | Courtesy Amy Collins-Warfield
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Trail Moments | She Moved Cross-Country During COVID: How One Runner Is Connecting to Her New Community on Trails
October 25, 2020

Running on trails was one of the best and most enjoyable ways to see the country safely.

Photos courtesy Hollie S., graphic by RTC
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Trail Moments | Morgantown Man Gets a Running Start to a Healthier Life on Trails
October 22, 2020

Overweight and living a sedentary lifestyle, Viars’ gnawing fear of dying grew as he approached middle age, so he decided to make a change with a health journey that began one literal step at a time.

Vincent Viars and his running partners on the Mon River Trail | Courtesy Vincent Viars
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Trail Moments | Reclaiming My Health and Community Connection on America’s Rail-Trails During the Pandemic
October 01, 2020

As I contemplated how to incorporate a good cardio routine into my life, I challenged myself to create a structure that would not only help me and inspire others to stay committed.

Anamaria Spiteri on the Pelishek-Tiffany Nature Trail | Courtesy Anamaria Spiteri