Across the United States, communities are facing increasing risks and effects from extreme weather events, which can cause significant damage to trail infrastructure. However, disaster recovery and reconstruction also present an opportunity to build back better.  This National Preparedness Month, Rails to Trails Conservancy turned to the spotlight to communities that are designing resilience into […]

This webinar explored RTC’s recently released Transportation Alternatives Data Exchange (TrADE) report. TrADE is the nation’s go-to transportation funding data source for trails and active transportation, tracking Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Program spending for tens of thousands of projects.    The TrADE report helps stakeholders at the federal, state and local levels understand and make effective […]

Trails are an important contributor to the growing outdoor recreation economy, and a powerful asset that attracts people seeking outdoor-oriented destinations. Across the country, trail-based tourism presents incredible opportunities for communities of all sizes. During this webinar, we talk with community leaders from the Ecusta Trail in North Carolina, and the Cowboy Trail (Nebraska) along […]

Overview This webinar from Rails to Trails Conservancy focused on understanding trail project costs using a hypothetical multi-use trail project to illustrate common budgeting, design, permitting, and construction challenges. The panel, representing project ownership, design, and construction-cost expertise, emphasized that the biggest cost risks often come from uncertainty, particularly around right-of-way issues, subsurface conditions, environmental […]

Join RTC for National Safety Month to learn the important role connected trail networks play in advancing safe outcomes for all road users. During this session, attendees hear from communities across the country that are prioritizing trail infrastructure to address safety concerns in their larger transportation networks.   RTC’s Scott Goldstein, Senior Director of Government Relations […]

In May, the House Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Committee took the first step towards passing a new federal transportation law when it announced a bipartisan agreement entitled the BUILD America 250 Act – Building Unrivaled Infrastructure and Long-term Development for America’s 250th Act. While the bill continues legacy active transportation programs, it fails to prioritize […]

This webinar explains the growing challenges and policy responses surrounding micromobility, especially the confusion between e-bikes and faster, more powerful e-motos. Speakers emphasize that safety, clear definitions, and proper regulation are essential to maintaining accessible and inclusive multi-use trails. They outline federal, state, and local efforts—along with industry-led solutions—to clarify rules, improve enforcement, and educate […]

This webinar explored the growing social connection crisis in North America and positioned trails as critical social infrastructure, not just transportation or recreation assets. Speakers from Rails to Trails Conservancy, the U.S. Chamber of Connection, and Toronto’s Bentway shared research, real-world examples, and strategies showing how thoughtfully designed and programmed trails can rebuild trust, belonging, and well-being. The conversation […]

This webinar, “Federal Transportation Bill: What It Means for You and How You Can Make an Impact,” explained why the upcoming federal surface transportation reauthorization is a critical moment for trails, walking, and biking, and how it will shape transportation funding and policy nationwide for years. Speakers from Rails to Trails Conservancy outlined current political dynamics in […]

This webinar explains how communities can use unobligated federal transportation funds—especially through the August redistribution process—to advance trail projects. Speakers Stephanie Pollack and Derek Shooster highlight how formula funds work, what makes a project eligible for redistribution, and why timing and readiness matter. They emphasize building strong partnerships with MPOs and state DOTs to position […]