Connecting Communities with Trails, featuring Rails to Trails Conservancy

Connecting Communities with Trails, featuring Rails to Trails Conservancy

July 1, 2026 · 1h 16m · Season 3 · Episode 7

About this episode

The episode discusses trail advocacy and policy with experts from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy.

On this episode, we sit down with two experts from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) to discuss the ins and outs of trail advocacy and policy. Dedicated to building a nation connected by trails, RTC focuses on reimagining public spaces to create safe, accessible pathways for everyone to walk, bike, and stay active outdoors. Tune in to learn how their national efforts are shaping local trail development right here in Indiana. Links: Next Level Trails with the Indiana DNR Podcast Episode TrailLink: Find a trail https://www.brookings.edu/articles/improving-quality-of-life-not-just-business-is-the-best-path-to-midwestern-rejuvenation/ The Great American Rail Trail Erica Briggs, ebriggs@railstotrails.org Eric Oberg, eric@railstotrails.org

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Guests: Erica Briggs, Eric Oberg

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Organizations: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Indiana DNR

Places: Indiana

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