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Pokémon GO for Rail-Trails 101: Tips for Trail Users and Managers

Posted 08/10/16 by Ryan Cree in Trail Use, Health and Wellness | Tagged with Encouraging Trail Use, How-to, Mapping and Technology, Trail Use Tips

Image courtesy Virginia State Parks | CC by 2.0

Pokémon GO is sweeping the nation—and getting people outdoors. For those who play the game, it’s a fantastic way to get out and enjoy your local trail! For trail managers and organizations, the game offers a lot of opportunity to get visitors out to your specific trail and even reach out to new trail users. Here are some quick and easy Pokémon GO tips for trail users and trail managers.

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GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville, South Carolina | Photo by Ian Curcio

RTC Wants YOU (to Take the 2016 Share the Trail Challenge)!

Posted 06/10/16 by Amy Kapp in Trail Use, Taking Action | Tagged with Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

My colleague Katie—an avid trail cyclist—once wrote: “I know that every time we hit our favorite pathway, we have the power to lead by example and create a trail culture we want to be part of.” (And proud of!) As part of the 2016 Share the Trail Campaign, RTC is challenging everyone this summer: Be the best you can be on America’s trails. Here's how to get involved!

Photo courtesy John Gresham | CC by 2.0

Five Common Types of Trail Use Rules (Everyone Should Know)

Posted 07/21/15 by Amy Kapp in Trail Use | Tagged with Safety and Law Enforcement, Trail Etiquette, Trail Use Tips

When you’re out on the trail, knowing and following the rules seems easy enough, but these rules can vary from trail to trail. Some rules are universal, while others differ by state and municipality. Although it’s impossible to list the rules for every trail in the United States, we spoke with RTC’s national Trail Development Manager, Jim Brown, who helped us break them down into five simple categories that all trail users should be familiar with.

Deschutes River Trail | Photo by Russ Roco

Three Great Trails for Fly Fishing by Bike

Posted 07/17/15 by Russ Roca in Trail Use | Tagged with Best Of, Idaho, Oregon, Signage and Amenities, Trail Use Tips, Washington

The idea of bicycling and fishing isn’t exactly new, but it’s probably something many of us haven’t done since childhood. With the renewed interest in bike touring and bikepacking in America, there is no better time to pack a lightweight fly rod on your next adventure. Here are three trails, ranging from remote to urban, that pass through some awesome trout fisheries.