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Trails + Watersheds Get Philadelphia Youth Engaged on the Circuit Trails

Posted 09/24/15 by Katie Harris in Building Trails, Success Stories | Tagged with Circuit Trails, Ecology and Environment, Pennsylvania, Walkability and Bikeability, Young Champions

2015 Youth Sojourn participants on the Circuit Trails network in Philadelphia | Photo courtesy Cy Maramangalam

Pennsylvania and New Jersey residents are beginning to appreciate the importance of the regional connections made possible by the Circuit, a 750-mile in-progress trail network. Arguably no group understands that more than a handful of youth in Philadelphia, a dedicated crew of avid bicyclists, teammates and young minds called the Cadence Youth Cycling All-Stars.

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Be Alert! Five Tips for a Better Trail Mindset

Posted 09/03/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

I know from experience that great trail experiences come with respect and awareness for others—as well as ourselves. Here are five tips on how you can be alert on the trail and help ensure a safe, fun experience for all!

Three Types of Techie Tools for the Trail

Posted 08/26/15 by Katie Harris in Health and Wellness, Trail Use | Tagged with Best Of, Bike Commuting, Biking, Mapping and Technology, Trail Use Tips

You don’t have to be a gadget lover to benefit from techie tools on the trail. There are some great apps and gizmos that can complement your trip without being overwhelming. Here are few suggestions.

Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail | Photo by Katie Harris

The Most Universal Trail Tip: Standing Still? Stand Aside.

Posted 08/18/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

Can you guess which of RTC's six trail tips is the most universal? Amazingly, it has to do with what you do off the trail. Standing Still? Stand Aside. This one is absolutely critical to keeping you and other trail users safe.

Trails: They’re More Fun With Fido!

Posted 08/04/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

For many Americans, the best part of hitting the trail is sharing the experience with a four-legged friend! A well-behaved dog and a responsible owner are an integral part of nearly every trail community. Here are six tips for how to mind your pets and share the trail—with Fido in tow.

Met Branch Trail in Washington, D.C. | Photo by M.V. Jantzen

We’re in This Together. Use Safe Speeds on the Trail.

Posted 07/31/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

Slowing down and using safe speeds on the trail helps us show respect and courtesy for others, and ensure we're all having a safe, fun experience together. But what does using safe speeds actually mean, and why is it important?

Dunbar greets participants of RTC's 2015 Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn | Photo by Cleo Fogel

Dunbar, Pennsylvania, Is Ready for a Trail Renaissance

Posted 07/27/15 by Katie Harris in Building Trails, Taking Action | Tagged with Demand for Trails, Pennsylvania, Sojourn Series, Trail Communities

I ride into Dunbar, Pennsylvania, at the hottest part of the day. The sun is beating down on me, and the sleepy southwestern Pennsylvania town looks misty through my sweat-drenched vision. Even in my fatigued state, I immediately know this place holds something unique, something special.

Join Us! Let’s "Share the Trail" Together This Summer.

Posted 07/06/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Encouraging Trail Use, Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

A growing number of Americans are using their local trails for a variety of activities, from walking and running to biking, horseback riding and more. To help ensure fun, safe experiences for all, RTC is proud to be launching our national Share the Trail campaign.

On the Trail Again...RTC's 14th Annual Rail-Trail Sojourn—a Success!

Posted 07/02/15 by Katie Harris in Building Trails, Trail Use | Tagged with Demand for Trails, Pennsylvania, Sojourn Series

Hundreds of trail enthusiasts from all over the country converged in Pittsburgh on the morning of Sunday, June 21, 2015, for RTC’s 14th Annual Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn. Here are some highlights.

Walnut Street Bridge in Chattanooga | Photo courtesy The Trust for Public Land

Transforming Chattanooga: How Rail-with-Trail Is Shaping the City's Future

Posted 06/26/15 by Katie Harris in Building Trails, Success Stories | Tagged with Demand for Trails, Rail-with-Trail, Tennessee

Dubbed the "Dirtiest City in America" in 1969, the Chattanooga of today is leaps and bounds away from that bleak vision. The "Scenic City" now boasts a flourishing outdoor culture and can proudly consider itself a healthy place for recreation, green space and living a full and healthy life.

RTC 2014 Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn | Photo by Katie Harris

Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn Countdown (How to Prepare for a 200-Mile Bike Trip)

Posted 06/19/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use, Building Trails | Tagged with Encouraging Trail Use, How-to, Pennsylvania, Sojourn Series, Trail Use Tips

RTC’s Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn is a few days away! And like all responsible sojourners, I've spent the last few weeks diligently preparing for this 200-mile, six-day ride. Here's how....

Eight Family-Friendly Trails to Celebrate National Trails Day

Posted 06/05/15 by Katie Harris in America's Trails, Trail Use | Tagged with Best Of, Tourism , Trail Destinations

There are two great reasons to celebrate in early June: the end of the school year…and National Trails Day! To help kick things off right, RTC is pleased to bring you this list of eight of the most family-friendly, “School’s out for summer!” trails in the country.

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