Press Room
For the Media
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), a nonprofit organization with more than 160,000 members and supporters, is the nation's largest trails organization dedicated to connecting people and communities by creating a nationwide network of public trails, many from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Founded in 1986, RTC’s national office is located in Washington, D.C., with regional offices in California, Florida, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Learn more about about RTC’s mission and vision.
Media Inquiries
We have a host of experts who dedicate their lives to trails, trail building and advocacy. If you are a member of the media and need additional information, or if you would like to speak with an expert, please direct your inquiry to:
Brandi Horton
Vice President of Communications
202.974.5155
brandi@railstotrails.org
Resources
- History of RTC and the Rail-Trail Movement
- National and State Rail-Trail Statistics
- What is Railbanking?
- Benefits of Trails
- Benefits of Active Transportation
- RTC Annual Reports
Press Releases
07/19/17
Louisiana’s Tammany Trace Voted 2017 Rail-Trail Hall of Fame Inductee
06/01/17
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s 2017 Doppelt Fund Grants Fill Financial Gaps Needed for Trails
03/15/17
Rails‐to‐Trails Conservancy’s “Opening Day for Trails” Unites Americans Nationwide
01/31/17
Rails-To-Trails Conservancy Available For Comment on Transportation Secretary Confirmation
01/10/17
Former Congressman Tom Petri (R-Wis.) Named 2016 Doppelt Family Rail-Trail Champion
01/05/17
Tennessee Voters Support Increased Spending on Biking and Walking Infrastructure
06/16/2016
From Hudson Valley to Hall of Fame
03/02/2016
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hosts the 2016 Florida Sojourn
03/01/2016
Tennessee Senate Panel Gives Anti-Trails Bill “Negative” Recommendation
02/11/2016
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Announces Three New Board Members
Looking for older press releases? Visit our Press Release Archive to view press releases dating back two or more years.
