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Economics 1,300 Trail Projects Can Put Americans To Work Nearly 1,300 trail projects are waiting for infrastructure funding to help put Americans back to work and meet the burgeoning trail use numbers coming out of the pandemic.

Economics 1,300 Trail Projects Can Put Americans To Work Nearly 1,300 trail projects are waiting for infrastructure funding to help put Americans back to work and meet the burgeoning trail use numbers coming out of the pandemic.

Training Regional Trails Training Program Workshops that focus on stewardship skills and program development for trail organizations.

Training Regional Trails Training Program Workshops that focus on stewardship skills and program development for trail organizations.

Advancing Trails Webinar Series CCC Program Investments Demonstrating the potential of a national CCC initiative that's supported by diverse partner funding, resources, and local community input.

Advancing Trails Webinar Series CCC Program Investments Demonstrating the potential of a national CCC initiative that's supported by diverse partner funding, resources, and local community input.

Latest Articles

Withlacoochee State Trail

This National Recreation Trail is enjoyed by more than 350,000 hikers, cyclists, skaters, runners, and horseback riders every year.

Withlacoochee State Trail

This National Recreation Trail is enjoyed by more than 350,000 hikers, cyclists, skaters, runners, and horseback riders every year.

The Maah Daah Hey Trail Sully Restoration and Surfacing

The Maah Daah Hey Trail (MDHT) is a legendary 144-mile non-motorized, single-track trail that runs from Medora to south of Watford City in North Dakota.

The Maah Daah Hey Trail Sully Restoration and Surfacing

The Maah Daah Hey Trail (MDHT) is a legendary 144-mile non-motorized, single-track trail that runs from Medora to south of Watford City in North Dakota.

September 11th National Memorial Trail to Offer Interactive Map

The September 11th National Memorial Trail is a 1,300-mile system of trails and roadways that link the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York City, the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, and the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

September 11th National Memorial Trail to Offer Interactive Map

The September 11th National Memorial Trail is a 1,300-mile system of trails and roadways that link the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York City, the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, and the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

RTP - Workforce Development, Equity, and Climate Resiliency

The Recreational Trails Program directly addresses our desire to put young people to work, provide equitable access to nature, and provide resilient responses to natural disasters

RTP - Workforce Development, Equity, and Climate Resiliency

The Recreational Trails Program directly addresses our desire to put young people to work, provide equitable access to nature, and provide resilient responses to natural disasters

Be Trail Kind - Trails Are Common Ground Initiative Launches

No matter our differences in backgrounds or how we choose to enjoy the great outdoors, trails create common ground that connects us. Access to trails is a privilege we acknowledge and can only safeguard through our actions toward one another.

Be Trail Kind - Trails Are Common Ground Initiative Launches

No matter our differences in backgrounds or how we choose to enjoy the great outdoors, trails create common ground that connects us. Access to trails is a privilege we acknowledge and can only safeguard through our actions toward one another.

Over $14,000 in Giveaways for our 10-Year Webinar Anniversary!

American Trails is celebrating a decade of our Advancing Trails Webinar Series and giving away awesome swag as a thank you to our webinar viewers and supporters for being a part of this milestone. Check out the giveaways below, and thank you to all the sponsors who donated amazing items!

Over $14,000 in Giveaways for our 10-Year Webinar Anniversary!

American Trails is celebrating a decade of our Advancing Trails Webinar Series and giving away awesome swag as a thank you to our webinar viewers and supporters for being a part of this milestone. Check out the giveaways below, and thank you to all the sponsors who donated amazing items!

Walking Toward Peace: Veterans Healing on America’s Trails

Jim Schmid reviews Cindy Ross' new book "Walking Toward Peace: Veterans Healing on America’s Trails"

Walking Toward Peace: Veterans Healing on America’s Trails

Jim Schmid reviews Cindy Ross' new book "Walking Toward Peace: Veterans Healing on America’s Trails"

Digging Into the Numbers Behind the Pandemic Trail Boom

As the summer unfolds, park and trail managers across North America are preparing for yet another recording breaking season. While it is too early to make definitive calls about the state of pandemic trail boom and future volumes on trails and in parks, early analyses suggest the boom is alive and well. During this unprecedented time, automated count data serves as a crucial tool to track changes, understand use, and make the work of trail managers just a little bit easier.

Digging Into the Numbers Behind the Pandemic Trail Boom

As the summer unfolds, park and trail managers across North America are preparing for yet another recording breaking season. While it is too early to make definitive calls about the state of pandemic trail boom and future volumes on trails and in parks, early analyses suggest the boom is alive and well. During this unprecedented time, automated count data serves as a crucial tool to track changes, understand use, and make the work of trail managers just a little bit easier.

September 11th National Memorial Trail

An effort is underway to honor those who lost their lives on 9/11 with a memorial trail that traverses 1,300 miles.

September 11th National Memorial Trail

An effort is underway to honor those who lost their lives on 9/11 with a memorial trail that traverses 1,300 miles.

2020 Recreational Trails Program Annual Report

A report on the use and benefits of Federal Recreational Trails Program funds across the United States.

2020 Recreational Trails Program Annual Report

A report on the use and benefits of Federal Recreational Trails Program funds across the United States.

Geographic Information System (GIS) For Beginners

Gathering GIS data can help create maps for trails. This guide for beginners will tell you how to get started.

Geographic Information System (GIS) For Beginners

Gathering GIS data can help create maps for trails. This guide for beginners will tell you how to get started.

Resources

Advocacy

RTP - Workforce Development, Equity, and Climate Resiliency

The Latest in Advocacy

National River Cleanup® Organizers Handbook

The Future of the Outdoor Recreation Economy - Headwaters Economics

Three Hidden Health Benefits of Hiking, 2021 Edition Guide

Funding

National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partner Funding 2021 Projects Selected

The Latest in Funding

Ready, Set, Plan!?

Earmarks are an Opportunity for Trail Funding

HR 1864: RTP Full Funding Act Moves Forward

Planning and Design

Signage Solutions for Every Trail System

The Latest in Planning and Design

Ready, Set, Plan!?

Criteria for Trail Placement, Control Points, and Layout

Earmarks are an Opportunity for Trail Funding

All Planning and Design

Construction and Maintenance

Sensing the Trail

The Latest in Construction and Maintenance

Trail Stewardship Partner Funding Available

National Crosscut and Chainsaw Program

Concrete Trails Keep You on the Right Path

All Construction and Maintenance

Management

Digging Into the Numbers Behind the Pandemic Trail Boom

The Latest in Management

FAQ: Apps for Trail Management and Volunteers

San Jose Trails by the Numbers

FAQ: Graffiti on Trails