published Jun 2011
by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) recently began studying the ways in which bicycling, for transportation and in combination with transit, can reduce automobile use and lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The first of these focused studies concentrated on the Metro Orange Line and parallel bicycle path. This Bicycle Rail Trip Analysis and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study looks more broadly at bicycle trips to and from Metro Rail. The purpose of this study is to establish the benefits of providing an integrated transportation system where bicyclists are accommodated at train stations and on trains.
published Jun 2011
This study of youth corps used an experimental design in order to compare the experiences of youth corps members with those of similar individuals who applied to the program over the same time period (June 2006 through July 2007) but who were randomly assigned to a control group. The study team used a two stage process to create a sample for the study.
published Jun 2011
by Karen Umphress with UP! Outside
So what makes a trail wholly sustainable? According to Tom Crimmins there are four keys aspects: Resource Sustainability, Economic Sustainability, Experience Sustainability, and Political Sustainability
published Jun 2011
This study estimates the employment impacts of building and refurbishing transportation infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians.
published Jun 2011
This document addresses the applicability of bicycle tourism in rural areas.
published Jun 2011
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has developed a guide to marketing bicycling along the Mississippi River Trail through the state's 800 miles of the bike route.
published May 2011
Bicycle repair stations can now be purchased from several vendors.
published May 2011
A few resources on public access to private land. Always check with your local planning department for zoning requirements.
published May 2011
A few resources on public access to private land. Always check with your local planning department for zoning requirements.
published May 2011
by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Parks and Trails Division
A slideshow presentation of ATV trail management guidelines.
published May 2011
This research developed and applied state-of-the-art trail condition assessment and monitoring procedures and applied them to the park’s formal and informal (visitor-created) trails.
published May 2011
TRACS is an organized approach for collecting and updating field data on trail conditions and the work needed to meet standard.
