Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton connect to create the Nation’s Largest Paved Trail Network
The nation’s longest paved trail network is a 340-mile accomplishment and a point of pride in Ohio.
Presenters: Tony Collins, Director of Recreation and Parks, City of Columbus; Wade Johnston, Tri-State Trails; Megan Folkerth, Interact for Health; Kjirsten Frank Hoppe, Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission
The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission has been working since 1973 to connect more than a dozen major trails to local communities and Ohio's three largest cities. Highlights include collaborating with multiple agencies, setting the standards for a regional signage and wayfinding system, producing trail maps, and conducting trail counts and user surveys.
Signs and Etiquette for Shared-use Urban Trails
Encouraging different types of users to share the trail is just as important on urban trails as it is on backcountry trails.
Mile Markers and Distance Signs Along Trails
Mileage can be marked off on signs, posts, stones, or stencils on the pavement.
National Recreation Trail (NRT) Signs are Making a Splash
Over the last few months we have distributed hundreds of NRT signs to trails all over America.
National Scenic and Historic Trails Training Needs Assessment
Survey of skills and competencies to assist in developing a national training strategy for National Scenic and Historic Trails
