posted Jun 5, 2019
by Peter Dolan with New York - New Jersey Trail Conference, Joshua Osowski
Are you ready to view old trail networks with fresh eyes?
posted Jun 4, 2019
by Chris Morris with New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, Hank Osborn with New York - New Jersey Trail Conference, Sara Hart with New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation
This presentation will showcase elements of a comprehensive planning effort underway, and will focus on specific management actions including data collection, trail stewardship, maintenance, and a Leave No Trace hot spot event.
posted Oct 8, 2018
The time has come to learn more about the needs and behaviors of motorists and trail users and ensure that design guidelines and laws and policies governing road and trail intersections fully provide for the safety of this increasingly prevalent type of traffic junction. The purpose of this study is to examine the current state of practice of the design and management of intersections between trails and roadways, gather feedback on road and trail intersection crashes and complaints, raise public awareness of the issue of road and trail intersection safety, and offer policy and design recommendations that will improve the safety of road and trail intersections.
posted Oct 8, 2018
by Florida Department of Transportation
The growth in trails reflects many people’s enjoyment of physical separation from motorized traffic. Segregation allows trail users to avoid the pollution, noise, and intimidation they perceive from motor vehicles, and the potential for an injury producing crash.
posted Sep 17, 2018
How many users can a paved trail support before it becomes too crowded or over used?
posted Sep 10, 2018
by Mike Passo with American Trails
Continuing the series on bridging the barriers between trail user groups
posted Sep 6, 2018
Visitor use impacts associated with the Appalachian Trail include use of the footpath itself, overnight use areas (both designated and bootleg), and human waste management.
posted Aug 21, 2018
by Federal Highway Administration
This guide provides examples from other communities working to improve pedestrian safety. It includes information, ideas, and resources to help residents learn about issues that affect walking conditions; find ways to address or prevent these problems; and promote pedestrian safety.
posted Jul 17, 2018
Measuring the benefits and economic development of trails.
posted Jul 11, 2018
Requirements for visiting parks with a service dog or pet may vary, so be sure to check each park's regulations before you visit.
posted Jun 9, 2018
The characteristics of OHV users in Tennessee, types of OHV use and trip characteristics, and the perceptions and preferences of OHV users were studied.
posted Jun 9, 2018
by Colorado Parks and Wildlife - OHV Program
Safety considerations and trail use guidelines for OHV recreation
