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re: Join Us in West Virginia to Celebrate the Greenbrier River Trail

Don — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:52:36 GMT

It's a wonderful trail. My son and I rode it in August 2009 as part of Adventure Cycling's Allegheny Mountain Loop. The GBR was a delight. An even grade, smooth surface, shaded, with campsites, water and rest rooms. At 77 miles it makes a great weekend ride in beautiful country. Congratulations on honoring a great trail along a gorgeous river.

re: Train Trestle From Famous Film Soon to Welcome Hikers and Bikers

Jake Lynch — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:28:59 GMT

Gday Ron,

It doesn't look like they are talking timelines yet.

However, for the latest info, get in touch with the local organizers: mccloudlocalfirst.org/rails-to-trails

I will post anything I find out in the coming months.

Best of luck,

Jake.

re: Meet Liz Smith, Climate Ride Wonder and Friend of RTC

Liz — Sun, 13 May 2012 07:42:32 GMT

Thanks Mark!

Looking forward to meeting you...

Super excited about the ride!

re: From the Ashes, Hopewell Junction Depot a Model of Community Effort

Mike Gilligan — Sun, 13 May 2012 05:09:42 GMT

Starting at the Hopewell Junction Depot, my wife and I have biked the Dutchess Trail about 30 times. Not only is the depot wonderful, but the trail is about the best we've ever been on. It is perfectly smooth asphalt about 8-feet wide,with a smooth 6-foot gravel path on the side. It goes thru woods that are delightful and on hot days the trees act as mother natures air conditioner. Our round trip is about 25 miles, but you can go further if you want.

re: Michigan Reaps the Dividend of Growing Rail-Trail Network

Paulette Green — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:28:48 GMT

I'm a new trail biker of the senior citizen variety and am enjoying a couple of local, scenic trails through Kensington Metro Park & Island Lake Recreation Area.

Sure wish there were more linked trails for the amateur senior cyclist but thanks for what we do have!!

re: Michigan Reaps the Dividend of Growing Rail-Trail Network

Ken Kolk — Fri, 11 May 2012 05:04:46 GMT

If you're a cyclist, inline skater, or just enjoy walking and hiking and really enjoy riding without constant traffic roaring past you, a chance to see wildlife, and want to ride where the summers are mild (we rarely have days above 90 degrees in most years and a days over 100 only occurs two three times in 10 years), then come to Michigan and bring your equipment or contract one of our bike tour businesses. We will welcome you with open arms and you will never forget the beauty of a summer in Michigan. If you come in the winter many of these same trails are open for snow machines as long as there is a 4" snow pack. Michigan trails also are great for cross country skiing!

re: Train Trestle From Famous Film Soon to Welcome Hikers and Bikers

Ron Bloomquist — Thu, 10 May 2012 16:55:11 GMT

Any time line when it will be ride-able?

re: LaHood Hails "Eye-Opening Report on the Value of Investing in Nonmotorized Transportation"

Ellen Drake — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:52:08 GMT

This is great news, but I am struck by the attitude that we have to depend on the government to do this kind of thing for us. While I DO think infrastructure is a proper role for government, when did doing good things for the community become just the government's responsibility? If it's good for the community, why can't the community come together, raise money for these types of projects, and not depend on the government for everything?

re: Attention West Virginia: Input Needed on Regional Bike Plans

Dan Cush — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:13:53 GMT

I've ridden five trails in WV with friends. A great experience and I recommend it to all. Combined with other activities like rafting, golf, hiking and shopping, it becomes a most pleasant diversion.

re: LaHood Hails "Eye-Opening Report on the Value of Investing in Nonmotorized Transportation"

Robert M Granato — Thu, 10 May 2012 11:55:39 GMT

Excellent data for ALL to see. It also opens the eyes of local government to see why LOCAL government should help back any and all efforts to support,organize and follow through with local trail movements. I have personally witnessed the regrowth of downtown sections of my home in winter garden fl.

Store fronts that were boarded up and ready for the wrecking ball to be replaced by yet another GAS station we simply don't need,to a quaint coffee,bike shop,antique shops with outside tables to enjoy a beautifully fall day. They are ALL no matter what size town or city a boon to the economic community. People with businesses that were barley scraping by now have 500 cyclist going by there place of business in single weekend. Enabling them continue to stay open.And the spin offs from that....pay taxes,creates employment opertunities BECAUSE the business in now thriving and needs more help. And on and on. It's all a plus. Please continue your great efforts on keeping the public aware of the struggle we will ALWAYS be faced with when dealing with negative portions of government weather city,state or frederal. I salute you. Tailwinds

re: Another New Section Opened, San Diego Keeps on Rolling Along Bayshore Bikeway

Elizabeth Breuer Stacey — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:17:48 GMT

If you're in San Diego go over to Coronado - ride almost down to Mexico, now this is scenic!

re: Connecticut Finally Celebrates the Little Bridge That Could

John McDonough — Thu, 10 May 2012 02:36:30 GMT

I moved to Georgia 4 years ago from Manchester, CT. I remember lugging my bike down the embankment to cross Rt. 316. I am very glad to see the new bridge is in place. Congrats to all who made it happen. I loved that trail.

We are struggling down here with similar obstacles as part of the Georgia Coast Rail - Trail (lots of water to cross).

re: Train Trestle From Famous Film Soon to Welcome Hikers and Bikers

Ken Bradford — Thu, 10 May 2012 02:11:38 GMT

Cool! We'll definitely visit, and bring the family for a camping / biking vacation, once the trail is open!!

re: Join Us in West Virginia to Celebrate the Greenbrier River Trail

David - Long Island, NY — Thu, 10 May 2012 02:03:56 GMT

We stayed a week in August 2010 in a cabin at Watoga State Park, adjacent to the Greenbrier River and spent a rainy day riding rented bikes along the trail. Even in the rain this is a spectacular trail. There is so much to do in this area, with historic sites and towns, attractions and an abundance of nature and parks. A great destination. This recognition in the Hall of Fame is well deserved. Wish we could be there for the celebrations.

re: From the Ashes, Hopewell Junction Depot a Model of Community Effort

Douglas K — Thu, 10 May 2012 01:46:09 GMT

I rode the trail a couple of summers ago, and it's nice to see such a well-restored fixture to the trail! VERY nice!!