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On the Sheepskin Trail during the 2015 West Virginia Sojourn | Photo by Katie Harris

Beyond a Bike Ride: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s 2016 Sojourn Series

Posted 11/24/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use, Building Trails | Tagged with Demand for Trails, Florida, Sojourn Series, Tourism and Economic Stimulus

For the past 15 years, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) has hosted annual sojourns showcasing some of the country’s finest rail-trails and greenways, and the communities they connect. This year, RTC is pleased to announce that it is expanding the series to four rides over the course of 2016 with our new Sojourn Series—beginning with our Florida Sojourn in February: the Miami-to-Everglades Tour!

Steam Into History along the Heritage Rail-Trail at Hanover Junction in Pennsylvania | Photo by Katie Harris

Pennsylvania Communities Celebrate 2015 Rail-Trail Hall of Fame Designation

Posted 11/17/15 by Katie Harris in Success Stories, America's Trails | Tagged with Hall of Fame, Pennsylvania, Rail-with-Trail, Trail Destinations

Last week, the restored depot in New Freedom, Pennsylvania, played host to a crowd of area residents, local elected officials and trail enthusiasts—all of whom had assembled to celebrate an exciting event: the induction of the Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail and Heritage Rail Trail County Park into Rails-to-Trail’s Conservancy’s Rail-Trail Hall of Fame!

RTC Policy Manager Brian Housh stands at a mile marker on the Little Miami Scenic Trail in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Housh joined community members on Oct 17 for the ribbon cutting of RTC's new Midwest Regional Office. Copyright 2015 by the Yellow Springs News; used with permission. Find the entire article online at YSNEWS.com.

RTC Midwest Office Celebrates New Location in Yellow Springs

Posted 10/26/15 by Katie Harris in Building Trails | Tagged with Community Events, Ohio

Rails–to-Trails Conservancy’s Midwest Regional Office just moved shop! Our relocation to Yellow Springs, Ohio, was celebrated in style in mid-October.

Photo courtesy Fairmount Park Conservancy

How We Show Off Our City: Walking Is the Way to Go in Philadelphia

Posted 10/21/15 by Katie Harris in Success Stories, Health and Wellness | Tagged with Health and Active Living, Pennsylvania, Walkability and Bikeability

Few cities have better embraced walkability more than Philadelphia. According to WalkScore’s 2015 rankings, Philadelphia is the fourth most walkable city in the United States! The city has even invested in a comprehensive signage system that is custom-made for pedestrians as part of the Streetscape Improvement Program, the Walk!Philadelphia campaign.

Five of America’s Best Pedestrian Bridges (and Why They Matter)

Posted 10/11/15 by Katie Harris in America's Trails, Success Stories | Tagged with Best Of, Urban Pathways, Walkability and Bikeability, Why Use Trails?

Spanning waterways, railroad tracks, highways, canals and more, bridges allow us to make the necessary connections that we often take for granted. Walking infrastructure is not high on the priority list for some communities, but these spectacular bridges in the United States defy that standard, close gaps and allow access for all.

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

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

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.

Photo by Eric Beteille

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!

Photo courtesy Paladin27 | CC by 2.0

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.

© Cameron Whitman/Stocksy United

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.

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