Rails to Trails Conservancy
@railstotrails
Building a nation connected by trails—reimagining public spaces to create safe ways for everyone to walk, bike and get outside.
7/29: Join us for "Beyond Cost Per Mile: Understanding Trail Costs," a Bay Area Trails Collaborative Trail Talk! This free virtual event will provide you with practical tools and insights to help you build more accurate estimates for trails. ➡️ https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming
We're hiring: Apply to be our Fundraising Associate! The position plays a critical role in advancing Rails to Trails Conservancy's fundraising strategy and long-term revenue growth. #DCJobs #HybridJob Learn more + apply at https://www.railstotrails.org/about/careers/
8/5: Join us for our "Preparing for Successful Trail-Based Tourism" webinar! During this webinar, we'll discuss lessons learned and best practices for advancing trail tourism, including insights from RTC’s new Trail Tourism Toolkit. Register: https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming
What an incredible honor to spend #July4th & America 250 in communities along the Great American Rail-Trail with Warrior Expeditions while celebrating how trails are connecting people and places across the country. Thank you to everyone who celebrated with and welcomed us!
Now available for pre-order: RTC’s “United We Trail” athletic tees, celebrating America's 250th and all that trails mean to our lives and the country! Check out all 53 unique designs—inspired by each state, DC, & Puerto Rico—and pre-order yours by July 4th: https://rtc.li/united-we-trail-tees
Act now: Help ensure the Circuit Trails—a growing network of trails in the Greater Philly region—are prioritized in the PA Transportation Improvement Program. Go to circuittrails.org/get-involved to send a letter of support by the 6/22 public comment deadline! #OnTheCircuit
Wishing all the dads and father figures happy trails this #FathersDay! Every day—since we opened our doors 40 years ago and for decades to come—we’re proud to help families and people nationwide have more opportunities to walk, ride, roll and spend quality time together on the trail.
Tomorrow, June 17: Join us for our free webinar, "celebrating Safety Month: How Trails Are Making Active Transportation Networks Safer" Learn more + register: https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming
Want to spend more time outside but don’t know where to go? Get our free app to guide your trail adventures. Explore thousands of user reviews, photos, maps, descriptions and more with TrailLink. Get the TrailLink app: TrailLink.com
Today’s trail-spiration: Farmington River Trail! Follow the Farmington River through Connecticut's historic mill towns, shaded forest stretches and riverfront viewpoints that make every mile memorable. Explore more on TrailLink: https://www.traillink.com/trail/farmington-river-trail/.
We can’t hold back our excitement about @KindlingSnacks new Peach BBQ flavor—and that’s because they’re the special Great American Rail-Trail edition! Thanks to @KindlingSnacks for your partnership + for dedicating your new flavor to the Great American Rail-Trail! You can find your bag at Target.
Share your thoughts by today, 6/8, to help shape the future of California’s trails! Complete the CNRA survey to help direct state investments in safe, scenic walking, hiking, biking and horseback riding routes: https://www.myinput.com/californiatrailssurvey.
Now available for pre-order: RTC’s “United We Trail” athletic tees, celebrating America 250 and all that trails mean to our lives and the country! Check out all 53 unique designs—inspired by each state, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Pre-order your tee by July 4th: https://rtc.li/united-we-trail-tees.
6/2: Join us for our free webinar about the US House's surface transportation bill, BUILD America 250 Act, and what it means for connected trail and active transportation systems. Learn more + register: https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming
#BikeMonth is a terrific time to explore your local bike routes! Using our TrailLink app, you can find trails to bike where you live, work and play. Download TrailLink for free to plan your rides this month and all year long: TrailLink.com
At the House T&I Committee's vote on the BUILD America 250 Act, @repchrispappas.bsky.social shared why the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program, which the new bill repeals, is so important to Americans. Read RTC's perspective on the bill at www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/co...
“This bill poses challenges for America’s active transportation future." - Kevin Mills, RTC’s VP of Policy Read more + learn how RTC is fighting to protect trails 🚲👟 ♿: https://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/build-america-250-act-poses-challenges-for-americas-active-transportation-future/.
New Jersey: A state law was passed that restricts access to even the lowest-speed e-bikes—and we need your help to fix it before it goes into effect this July. Tell state lawmakers to improve the law to focus on safety & greater access to connected biking routes: https://rtc.li/help-fix-nj-ebike-law
Join for our free webinar, “E-bikes, E-motos and Safety: What Belongs on Trails?” Tune in for info session on e-bike and e-moto policies in an era of technological change and heightened safety concerns. Learn more + register: https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming
Happy #MothersDay! Wishing all the moms and mother figures a wonderful day and happy trails 💚. If you're planning to celebrate by spending some time on your favorite trail—for you time, together time, downtime, or try to get your best training time yet—let us know!
Today’s trail-spiration: Tanglefoot Trail! This 43+ mile Mississippi trail blends shady forests, wooden bridges, and welcoming small towns into a ride full of Southern charm. Explore photos, user reviews, its map, info & more for free on TrailLink: https://www.traillink.com/trail/tanglefoot-trail/
Did you get outside for Celebrate Trails Day? Let us know by taking our short survey ➡️ https://www.railstotrails.org/celebratetrailsday/#survey Your responses will help us show the impact of the celebration & you’ll have a chance to win trail gear! But hurry—the #CelebrateTrails survey closes 5/3!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Celebrate Trails Day—and to our partners & the 2026 supporting organizations who helped invite people to #CelebrateTrails 💚! ➡️ Please take our short survey to let us know how spent time on the trails: https://rtc.li/ctd-2026-public-survey.
Celebrate Trails Day is so much more than a day outside. It's a day of joy, impact & action for the trails we love & rely on in our everyday lives. RTC President Ryan Chao shared remarks to help kick off the day & highlight the importance of getting out to #CelebrateTrails.
We’re kicking off Celebrate Trails Day! From neighborhood walks to bike rides and cleanups, this celebration is about coming together in appreciation for the joy and impact that trails deliver. Share how you #CelebrateTrails & tag @railstotrails! 🔗 RailsToTrails.org/CelebrateTrailsDay
Thank you to our 2026 #CelebrateTrails Day supporting organizations for helping us invite everyone outside on America’s trails: www.railstotrails.org/celebratetrailsday/#orgs #AthleticBrewing #TwoForTheTrails #Ad Athletic Brewing Company LLC. Milford, CT and San Diego, CA. Near Beer <0.5% alc/vol.
Happy Celebrate Trails Day! Join this celebration for America's trails by: 🚲 Attending an event 🌳 Get out on a trail near you 📸 Sharing how you #CelebrateTrails & tag us @railstotrails Learn more about the celebration + how you can enter to win 🎁: RailsToTrails.Org/CelebrateTrailsDay
We're hiring a Development Operations & Donor Relations Coordinator position! This position supports fundraising efforts by ensuring strong operational systems & a high-quality donor experience. Located in DC & hybrid work eligible. Apply: https://www.railstotrails.org/about/careers/ #DCjobs
A bill that would create more trails 🚲👟 in #Maryland just cleared a committee hurdle & may face a final vote in the last few days of the 2026 MD legislative session! Act now to show support for the Transportation and Climate Alignment Act: https://rtc.li/md-transportation-climate-alignment-act
4/9: Join us for our free webinar to get the latest on the federal transportation bill + learn ways to advocate for pedestrian/bicyclist infrastructure. Learn more + register: https://www.railstotrails.org/webinars/#upcoming