American Trails

Join us for our FREE webinar tomorrow! Following the introductory Trailfunds webinar, this session takes a practical, hands-on look at how organizations are using the platform to plan, document, and communicate stewardship work. Register: https://buff.ly/2nVoNxZ

🌿 Calling all nonprofit organizations!

Want to showcase your mission, recruit volunteers, and build new partnerships at the Vermont Parks, Trails & Recreation Conference? The 2026 conference is hosted by Vermont Recreation & Parks Association and Vermont Trails and Greenways Council with support from American Trails.

The Nonprofit Partner Booth makes exhibiting affordable!

✅ Only $50 for VTGC/VRPA members (non-members: $150)
✅ Includes half of a shared 6-foot skirted exhibit table
✅ Meet hundreds of parks, trails, recreation, conservation, and community professionals.

Please note: A one-day or two-day conference registration is required for each exhibitor.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the people who share your passion for healthy communities and the outdoors.

Reserve your booth today!
🔗 https://buff.ly/ScmzBp6

Will a trail lower nearby property values?

This question comes up in communities across the country—and this webinar has the answers.

Watch the recording of "The Trail Next Door: Addressing Property Value Concerns" to learn how trails can increase community value, attract investment, and improve quality of life while addressing concerns about neighborhood impacts.

🎥 Recording available now! https://buff.ly/lvxsDjK

🚁 Some bridge installations are anything but ordinary.

When Utah’s Bonneville Shoreline Trail needed a bridge to span Holbrook Canyon, Bedford Reinforced Plastics and Avid Trails delivered a solution that literally took flight.

➡️ Watch the video to see a Bedford pedestrian bridge airlifted into place by a Black Hawk helicopter: https://buff.ly/tsbWKTx

Join us for for our FREE webinar tomorrow that will give a fast-paced, fact-filled, presentation that will show attendees how valuable having a trail in close proximity to a home or business truly is. Register: https://buff.ly/lvxsDjK

What Great Trail Systems and Margaritaville Have in Common

Sign up for a drawing for a free signed hard copy of Jimmy Buffett: Brand Genius by American Trails Board Treasurer, Scott Landes. DEADLINE TO ENTER JULY 23. The drawing will take place on Friday, July 24 and the winner will receive an email shortly after.

Enter the drawing: https://buff.ly/Zb56GDI

The most successful trail systems are about far more than dirt, gravel, bridges, and signage. They are about creating experiences that people want to return to again and again. Learn more about the book: https://buff.ly/VBO3M2Y

🏅 Thinking about applying for National Recreation Trail designation?

Watch the recording of "National Recreation Trails: FAQs for Designating Your Trail (2026)" presented by National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service to get answers to the most common questions, learn how to prepare a successful application, and discover how designation can raise your trail's profile and strengthen community support.

🎥 Recording available now! https://buff.ly/Bp743mB

📣 Your voice can help shape the future of Vermont's trails.

The Vermont Trails and Greenways Council is developing its future priorities, and we want to hear from the people who know Vermont's trails best.

Whether you're a trail planner, manager, volunteer, advocate, land manager, or outdoor recreation professional, your feedback will help guide VTGC's work in advocacy, networking, resource sharing, and membership.

✅ Takes just 10 minutes: https://buff.ly/X7veie7

🎁 Complete the survey by July 31 for a chance to win a FREE day at the Vermont Conference on Parks, Trails & Recreation ($425 value)!

Take the survey today and help shape what's next for Vermont's trail community.

Join us for our FREE webinar tomorrow with National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service that will provide details and the ins and outs about designating your trail(s) as a National Recreation Trail (NRT) or National Water Trail (NWT), the history, the benefits and process for trails to become NRTs, and more. Register: https://buff.ly/Bp743mB

🎉 Registration is OPEN!

The countdown to the 83rd Vermont Conference on Parks, Trails, and Recreation has begun! And a draft schedule is available!

Join hundreds of parks, recreation, and trails professionals for:
🌲 Inspiring educational sessions
🤝 Incredible networking
🎤 Expert speakers
🎓 Free learning credits
🏔️ Beautiful Jay Peak Resort

💰 Register early to take advantage of discounted tiered registration rates before prices increase! Tiered registration rates also available to help with registration costs.

📅 October 21–22, 2026
📍 Jay Peak Resort, Vermont

Secure your spot today and save!

🔗 https://buff.ly/CQDI3aX

Hosted by Vermont Recreation & Parks Association and Vermont Trails and Greenways Council, with support from American Trails.