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Home of the Blues—and Bikes: Tennessee’s Shelby Farms Greenline

Shelby Farms Greenline | Shelby Farms Park Conservancy

When the Shelby Farms Greenline opened in 2010, Memphis was ranked one of the worst biking and walking cities in the U.S. Now, just six years later, the 6.7-mile trail has proved a game-changer—connecting woodlands, wetlands, a diverse collection of neighborhoods and one of America’s largest urban parks, and creating a new culture of people-powered mobility in the region.

Feature 112 Years Later: Baltimore’s Trail Network Vision Is Finally Coming of Age It was a shining vision first painted by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. in 1904: to create a connected system of parks, trails and public space throughout Baltimore’s three steam valleys. Today, that vision is materializing as Charm City trail advocates embark on an ambitious 30-mile trail system—and a more equitable and connected Baltimore.

RTC Sojourn Series

Bike the Buckeye State

It's our first-ever fall adventure—and we'd like to have you along for the ride! From the hip, urban bustle of Cleveland, to tranquil Amish Country, to the eclectic capital city of Columbus, our inaugural Buckeye State ride has it all.

Join us Sept. 23-26 for our Ohio Sojourn!

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From the Magazine Our member magazine, Rails-to-Trails, explores the remarkable trails and networks you love—and their impacts on communities nationwide. To get articles like these delivered to your door, become a member today! Tackling the Hall of Fame Three people … 28 states … more than 30 legendary routes. Learn how these friends took on some of the most scenic and respectable rail-trails in America. Destination: Washington—Following the Foothills Trail Boasting a 14,410-foot volcano as its backdrop, and passing through farmland, forests, fishing holes and welcoming communities, the 30-mile Foothills Trail is a scenic excursion for outdoor enthusiasts of every age and interest.

Opening Day for Trails 2016

This Year’s Opening Day Was the Best One Yet. Here’s Proof.

This year’s Opening Day for Trails was incredible—with more than 150 official events held across the country in celebration of spring and the new trail season. And congratulations to sweepstakes winners Shari Eggley and Launa Barnes who will hit the trails on their new Fuji Absolute bikes! Thanks to everyone who entered and celebrated our best Opening Day for Trails ever! Check out these great pics from across America.

DC Celebrates Future Northeast Trail Connection You can’t beat a day in the nation’s capital—and on April 16, sun was streaming over Kingman Island in D.C. as hundreds of people celebrated Opening Day for Trails with a little volunteer service and ride along the developing Anacostia Riverwalk Trail. Check it out!

From Our Trail Builders How Did 9,000 Trail Users Impact Northeast Communities? We Found Out. These three new infographics—developed from more than 9,000 trail surveys in Pennsylvania and New Jersey over 10 years—convey the power of local pathways on tourism, health, physical activity and economic development in the region. Some of the findings just might surprise you.

From Our Advocacy Team Trails Users Help Kill Anti-Bike/Ped Bill in Tennessee Thanks to the grassroots mobilization of thousands of cyclists and trail users this spring, legislation in Tennessee that could have had negative repercussions for active transportation around the country officially died last month. Learn about this important victory for trails.

The First State: Delaware Passes Innovative "Complete Communities" Bill Exciting news! Delaware's new bill—the first of its kind in the U.S.—could help spur a new era of people-powered mobility in the state and around the country.

From Our Trail Partners National Trails Day Is Just Around the Corner! Saturday, June 4, is American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day—and there’s an event for everyone. Find the right trail activity for you—and make sure you take a lot of pictures with your friends and family. You could win some sweet gear if you participate in the #NTD2016 photo contest.

TraiLink.com

Pack Your Bags!

Would you like to take a weekend trail getaway but don’t know where to start? TrailLink’s new Trail Itineraries have done all the planning for you! These two-day travel guides on 150 top rail-trail destinations across the country include specially marked maps and recommendations for lodging, restaurants, bike rental shops and attractions. Looking for a trail not on the list? TrailLink.com is still an excellent resource with maps, photos, first-hand traveler reviews and trail details to start your adventure.

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