posted Dec 22, 2020
Explore how trails influence many aspects of quality of life as we explore the catalytic impact of trails through the Triple Bottom Line of People, Planet, and Profit.
posted Nov 12, 2020
Did you miss the original roll out of our first-ever online Play Conference? DON’T FRET! We are offering a streamlined reboot of the 2020 Online Play Conference through December 15, 2020.
posted Jul 31, 2020
Learn about successful strategies from recreation and parks professionals that address the disconnect from nature through facility and land use planning, program development, and community education and partnerships.
posted Jul 15, 2020
We are hosting our conference virtually. This is a new conference format and process for all of us. We hope you will join us!
published Apr 2020
by
Mike Passo with American Trails
Before you go on any outdoor adventures you need to ask yourself these questions to confirm if your plans are safe and appropriate.
published Jun 2020
by
American Trails Staff
American Trails and our partners applaud the Senate's bipartisan effort to pass the Great American Outdoors Act by a bipartisan vote of 73-25.
published Aug 2015
A review of literature prepared as part of the Naugatuck River Greenway Economic Impact Study August, 2015
published May 2020
National Trails Day is coming up fast, so now is the time to make sure you are prepared for the trail. Here are some suggestions from the American Trails staff on gear we love.
published Dec 2010
The purpose of this study was to evaluate fitness and health adaptations from a training program riding all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and off-road motorcycles (ORM) as the exercise stimulus.
posted Jun 18, 2020
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.
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 20, 2020
Does access to trails really lead to healthier communities? According to research the answer is a resounding yes.
posted Feb 20, 2020
Trails are critical infrastructure and, as such, they should receive the financial and human resource allocations necessary to maintain their critical role.
posted Feb 19, 2020
The benefits of expanding and improving the outdoor recreation economy are clear and compelling.
posted Feb 19, 2020
Trails, by their very nature, promote social, racial, gender, and economic equity. They are almost always free to use, are available 24/7/365, and provide transportation alternatives no matter what mode of travel you use.
posted Feb 19, 2020
Where would we be without trails? It is a simple question, but it is worth pondering. The longer you sit with this question, the more you will discover the overwhelming impact that trails have on our lives, often in very unexpected ways.
Bicyclists near Valero Trailhead, Leon Creek Greenway, San Antonio, Texas
Bicyclists near Valero Trailhead, Leon Creek Greenway, San Antonio, Texas
Bicyclists near Valero Trailhead, Leon Creek Greenway, San Antonio, Texas
