On our cover: The Springs-to-Springs Trail, Florida. (photo by John Moran, www.JohnMoranPhoto.com)

American Trails Contents

FEATURES 4

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A Farewell to Pam

Thanking Pam Gluck for her 19 years of leadership of American Trails

How long does a trail trip last? Why experiential travel matters in trail communities

A bolder vision for Florida’s trails State commits $125 million for trail network as advocates and planners make compelling case for more investment

Salmon, Idaho’s podcast trail BLM’s Discovery Hill trail system utilizes technology to engage youth

Keepers of the Rock Volunteers are essential to trail and open space management in Castle Rock, Colorado

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NEWS AND RESOURCES 20 Coalition for Rectrational Trails

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recognizes outstanding projects Annual awards for RTP-funded trail work

National Recreation Trails for 2016 Six new trails join the national-wide network

Trails training opportunities American Trails Webinar Series, plus more educational events

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The National Park Service Centennial, trails, and the human spirit

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Summer 2016