posted Jan 16, 2020
by
American Trails Staff
These ten stories show that trail tourism is invigorating communities throughout America.
categories: Economic Benefits
posted Aug 13, 2019
by
Stuart Macdonald
Trails and greenways impact our economy through tourism, events, urban redevelopment, community improvement, property values, health care costs, jobs and investment, and general consumer spending.
categories: Economic Benefits
published Aug 1, 2015
by
River Management Society
This report is a summary of findings from existing studies, which provide examples of the economic impact of water trails in their respective communities. It is meant to provide a helpful resource to communities interested in learning about the economic benefit water trails have provided for cities and towns in the US.
categories: Economic Benefits
posted Mar 16, 2018
Enhancing communities to benefit more from trail tourism along the Great Allegheny Passage in Pennsylvania and Maryland.
categories: Economic Benefits
posted Mar 14, 2018
by
Herb Hiller with East Coast Greenway Alliance
East Coast Greenway Alliance helps drive Florida and Georgia trail planning and development.
categories: Economic Benefits
posted Jul 24, 2019
by
Craig Della Penna
A trail advocate's bed & breakfast offers trail opponents a chance to spend the night next to a trail.
categories: Economic Benefits
published Dec 18, 2018
Greater Des Moines Water Trails will annually pour tens of millions of dollars into the regional economy, a new analysis shows.
categories: Economic Benefits
published Sep 1, 2002
by
Lindsy Johnson, MCRP
Water trail development causes economic and social and impacts on rural communities.
categories: Economic Benefits
published Apr 10, 2019
Economic Impact Analysis shows new bike master plan will save 36 lives every year, add $500 million to the regional economy, and create 12,000 jobs.
categories: Economic Benefits
posted Feb 25, 2020
Creating a strong, cooperative, and unified voice for a diverse trails community
posted Feb 20, 2020
Beyond the physical health benefits of trails, the mental health benefits of trail access is also invaluable.
posted Feb 19, 2020
The benefits of expanding and improving the outdoor recreation economy are clear and compelling.
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