The Coalition for Recreational Trails (CRT) has announced the winners of its "Annual Achievement Awards" in recognition of their outstanding use of Recreational Trails Program (RTP) funds.
The Coalition for Recreational Trails (CRT) has announced the winners of its "Annual Achievement Awards" in recognition of their outstanding use of Recreational Trails Program (RTP) funds.
The award winners are recognized at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C. during the annual celebration of Great Outdoors Week, sponsored by American Recreation Coalition.
The following trail projects and programs were honored for 2006. Click on the links to see details and photographs of the projects:
2006 Multiple-Use Management and Corridor Sharing
The project created sustainable, designated trails and trailheads in the WMA.
2006 Construction and Design
A variety of trail users benefit from this trailhead in the Angeles National Forest.
2006 Accessibility Enhancement
Springs Valley Trail runs 12.7 miles for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding in the Hoosier National Forest.
2006 Construction and Design
The Waiakea trail provides 22 miles of authorized off road use on public land where none existed before on Hawaii's big island.
2006 Youth Conservation/Service Corps and Community Outreach
Swallow Falls' meandering trails guide hikers to some of the most breath-taking scenery in Western Maryland.
2006 Environment and Wildlife
A project to protect valuable open space, wildlife habitat, and farmland.
2006 Construction and Design
The City of Westerville's path system covers 22 miles and connects many of the city's parks, schools, and public places.
2006 Education and Communication
The 45-mile W&OD Trail is one of the most-used greenway trails in the country.
2006 Maintenance and Rehabilitation
The crew performs maintenance, rehabilitation, and development work on trails across the state.
