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Installation Made Easy Simply brush the pavement or concrete clean of debris, peel off the backing, and 3 stick the decal. 3 4 . 4 2 2 T . 5 r a 0 0 i l M | 8 a r k i n g . c o m 20+ Years of Innovation Patron Member On our cover: Hikers in Boyton Canyon near Sedona, AZ; photo by Kathleen Fitzpatrick, CVL Hike Club, www.cvlci.com American Trails Rhino Signs & Pavement Decals FALL 2012 Signs Designed for Extreme Conditions RhinoPoly™ Signs Rhino TriView™ Signs Contents You won’t find a more durable The Rhino TriView™ Sign sign. RhinoPoly signs are 100% features extended visibility — FEATURES recyclable and have a 10 year providing 180° visibility when warranty. These brightly mounting on posts and trees 7 Welcome to Arizona! colored signs are made with and up to 360° visibility on Trails will lead to desert adventures at the a UV stable proprietary blend fences. Tough and durable, 2013 International Trails Symposium of thermoplastics and are the economical Rhino TriView specifically designed for out- Sign is easy to install and 14 Doing it right... the first time door usage. They are non-toxic features fade-resistant colors Designing sustainable trails by under- 7 and environmentally safe. for long-term high visibility. standing water and slopes Central Arizona Project Canal Trail 17 The challenge: building a recreational trail along the entire 336 miles of the canal. Rhino Pavement Decals™ Increase Awareness 22 NRTs: America’s great trails A simple way to provide safety and trail messages to hikers… New trails designated as National Rhino Pavement Decals are completely customizable. Sizes, shapes, and colors can Recreation Trails for 2012 all be customized. Decals can be printed with consecutive numbers or letters, with 32 Steam power on the trail company logos, or made reflective for night hike visibility. Antique vehicles join bicycles and walkers at Delaware’s Auburn Heights Preserve 22 36 Black Canyon Trail, Arizona Interest in trail activities spurs growth on Rhino Pavement Rhino Pavement multi-use route Safety Decal™ Biking Decal™ RESOURCES 32 Pathways for Play 26 Environmental awareness and fitness provide a robust trail adventure in Sarasota, Florida Installation Made Easy 30 Training opportunities Simply brush the pavement Webinars, conferences, and courses across or concrete clean of debris, America can enhance trail skills peel off the backing, and 3 Technology for trails stick the decal. 4 34 3 New Patron Members of American Trails pro- . 4 2 2 vide important products and services T . 5 r a 0 0 i l M | 8 a r k i n g . c o m 20+ Years of Innovation www.AmericanTrails.org 3 Patron Member American Trails From the Editor Executive Committee Bob Searns, Chair, The Greenway Team, Inc. Back to the home front Roger Bell, Vice-Chair, Professional Trailbuilders Assn. Marianne Fowler, 2nd Vice-Chair, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Terry Hanson, Treasurer, City of Redding ow that the national elections are finally history, once again Jenny Rigby, Secretary, The Acorn Group attention will shift to running the country at the local level. Mike Passo, Accessibility Expert, Elakah Expeditions N Scott Linnenburger, Member at Large, Kay-Linn Enterprises As much as we depend on huge federal programs, like transpor- Pam Gluck, Executive Director tation, the real work happens in cities, counties, and public open Directors space. Amy Camp, Community Tourism Professional For trails, it is the thousands of community groups, clubs, and John R. Collins, Jr., PhD, University of North Texas advocacy organizations that are tackling the real work. Some are Terry Durby, Iowa State Snowmobile Association John Favro, Retired USDA Forest Service grooming winter trails with volunteer labor. Others are planning Mylon Filkins, DVM, Back Country Horsemen of America major projects involving river rehabilitation and urban redevelop- David W. Larsen, Atkins - Planning/Landscape Arch. ment. Some are creating and marketing trail systems to improve Joe Taylor, Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau rural economies. And still others are working to help children Karen Umphress, NOHVCC Terry Whaley, Ozark Greenways walk and bike to school, provide environmental education, and improve accessibility to natural areas. Advisory Board Steve Anderson, Pima County (AZ) Parks & Rec. Dept. All these efforts come from that exuberance of the American spirit Peter Axelson, Beneficial Designs, Inc. to create a better life in our communities. Even the presidential Nathan Caldwell, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service candidates did their best to showcase individuals and volunteers James Coffman, RLA, ASLA, Coffman Studio Christopher Douwes, Rec. Trails Program Mgr., FHWA working for local causes. Troy Duffin, President, Alpine Trails, Inc. Steve Elkinton, National Park Service For some years we have heard demands for more “flexibility” in Chuck Flink, President/Owner, Greenways Inc. transportation spending. It is the age-old competition for control Jan Hancock, Equestrian Representative over project funding among federal, State, and local governments. Erik Larsen, President, Rec-Creation, LLC Kay Lloyd, Past Chair, American Trails Board One outcome of the new MAP-21 transportation bill is that half of Stuart Macdonald, Nat’l Assn. State Trail Administrators each State’s potential funding for bike-ped facilities now goes Roger Moore, Associate Professor, NC State University directly to Metropolitan Planning Organizations and communi- Gil Penalosa, 8-80 Cities ties. Who is setting the priorities for these local project grants? Deb Salt, Bureau of Land Management Rodger Schmitt, Retired BLM Who are our local allies for greenways and livable communities? Michael Schuett, Assistant Professor, Texas A & M Jonathan Stephens, Trails Program Mgr., US Forest Service At American Trails, we’re going to be looking for examples of Jim Wood, FL Dept. of Environmental Protection effective action among our communities, trail organizations, and coalitions. We hope you’ll let us know about your local trail poli- American Trails Magazine tics, and how you are working for funding and long-term success. American Trails Magazine (ISSN 1082-8303) is the maga- zine of American Trails, the nonprofit organization dedicat- And looking ahead to the American Trails International Trails ed to quality trails and greenways within 15 minutes of Symposium, we’ll be recognizing many of these projects and the every American home, school, and workplace. Editor: Stuart H. Macdonald heros behind them. Subscriptions are $35 per year or free with membership– see page 35 for membership form. — Stuart Macdonald, American Trails Magazine and Reprints and copies. Unless otherwise noted, articles may website editor be copied or reprinted if credit is given to American Trails, American Trails Magazine, and the author. For reprinted arti- cles and excerpts, contact the original author or publisher. Identification Statement Contributions. We welcome contributions on trails issues, Publication's title and number: American Trails Magazine (ISSN advocacy, and news, either original material or suggestions 1082-8303) from other publications. We cannot pay for submissions, but authors will receive full credit. Issue date: October 31, 2012 Advertising. For advertising rates, call (530) 547-2060. Statement of frequency: Published three times a year Authorized organization's name, address, phone number: American Trails American Trails, P.O. Box 491797, Redding, CA 96049-1797 P.O. 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4 FALL 2012 American Trails SUPPORTING TRAILS in CONGRESS

After three years of action and alerts New language on additional eligibilities is another con- by American Trails and other nation- cern of bike/ped advocates. These rather broad project types could consume a great deal of TA funding in States wide organizations, we have a new that are so inclined: federal transportation funding bill • “turnouts, overlooks, and viewing areas” called MAP-21. But in just two more • “community improvement activities” - historic preser- vation, vegetation management and erosion control years that legislation expires and the • “environmental mitigation” - storm water management, battle for new funding authorization reducing wildlife mortality, and habitat connectivity will be on. We will continue to advo- Other MAP-21 programs can provide funding for projects cate in Congress for trails, bicycle that may include bicycle and pedestrian improvements: and pedestrian programs, and Safe • Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) pro- Routes to School. See our Web page gram remains essentially intact. for more about supporting these vital • Wallop-Breaux sport fishing program, which some com- munities and States have used for trails along streams. federal transportation programs: • A new Federal Lands Transportation Program provides www.AmericanTrails.org/rtp. $300 million for the Federal land management agencies. • Public Lands Highway Discretionary Program and the Recreational Trails Program funding Forest Highway Program will be replaced by the $250 million per year Federal Lands Access Program. continued at $85 million a year For more information and links to resources on funding for he good news in MAP-21, the new federal transporta- Recreational Trails and Transportation Alternatives, visit tion bill, is that Recreational Trails Program (RTP) www.AmericanTrails.org/rtp/map21.html. fundingT is continued at current levels through the end of fiscal year 2014. However, States are allowed to “opt out” of the federal RTP funding by request of the governor. Two States, Kansas and Florida, did opt out of the Recreational Trails Program. Trails and greenways sup- porters are concerned that more States will plan to elimi- nate discretionary programs like trails in the next debate over transportation funding authorization. For now, RTP will continue without significant adminis- trative changes. Apportionments to States will range from just under $1 million to over $5 million for State trails pro- grams that will continue to provide project funding. Opportunities for bicycle and pedestrian funding in MAP-21 ost of the programs of interest to trails and bike/ped advocates in the transportation bill are included in a Mnew area called Transportation Alternatives (TA). This funding authorization is only for two years, and expires at the end of Fiscal Year 2014. The challenge is that States have increased flexibility in how they spend these funds. States can transfer up to 50% of TA funding to any other uses. Transportation Alternatives include most of the former Enhancements categories: • “on-road and off-road trail facilities” • “safe routes for non drivers” • “abandoned railroad corridors for trails” Keep up to date on funding and legislation supporting trails: www.AmericanTrails.org/support.html Trails in the News

Cedar Valley Trails named 2012 Outstanding Tourist Attraction he Iowa Tourism Office of-lakes and lineal parks, and has Organization’s 2010 Excellence in and the Travel blossomed into one of the area’s most Regional Transportation Award. cherished resources. Each year 70,000 trail guides are Federation of Iowa printed annually and distributed The system includes a 10-mile water Tpresented Cedar Valley Trails through welcome centers, hotels, trail loop along the Cedar River and with the Outstanding parks, and businesses. The guides are several lakes. Another substantial mailed directly to bicycle shops and Tourism Attraction award for segment encompassing Grundy clubs throughout the Midwest. An- 2012. The popular trail sys- Center, Morrison, Reinbeck, Cedar other effort is to collaborate regularly tem was one of several proj- Falls, and Waterloo is currently under with representatives from other trails development as a state-sanctioned ects recognized for excellence groups around the state, cross-pro- water trail. A myriad of single track in the tourism industry at the moting one another and the state of mountain bike trails are also emerging recent Iowa Tourism Iowa as the World Capital of Trails. Conference. and weekly Fat Tire Rides are offered throughout the summer. An annual festival features events Trails are important to tourism in A 25-member Trail Patrol rides 300 including bicycling, dog walking, run- Iowa. An estimated 610,000 people hours during the summer providing ning, and paddling. Volunteers even use the Cedar River trails each year, maps and assistance to visitors on take seniors out in vans for a “cruise” 17% of whom come from outside of the trails. Since the trails encompass so they can also gain an appreciation the county. These 103,700 visitors per virtually every historical and cultural for this outstanding attraction. One year spend an estimated $2,592,500. landmark in the Cedar Valley, this in- popular feature of the festival is the nine-mile candlelit ride through Located in Black Hawk County, this formation is shared through a mix of the woods. network of over 100 miles of hard- kiosks, interpretive story panels, and surfaced, multi-purpose trails began maps. This $160,000 project consisting For more on Iowa trails and tourism, with an idea to convert abandoned of 78 signs has already received the visit www.traveliowa.com and railroads and borrow pits to a chain- National Association of Development www.cedartrailspartnership.org.

6 FALL 2012 American Trails Join us at the American Trails International Trails Symposium!

Join our many sponsors and exhibi- Registration for the tors to network with the nationwide One of the light-filled spaces at the Radisson trails community and maximize your Fort McDowell conference center International Trails visibility and message! Symposium is open! This is the premier opportunity to materials, greenery (trees, shrubs, flowers), signage, benches, picnic Plan now to attend the International display your state-of-the-art products and services, provide demonstrations, tables, and trash receptacles – to name Trails Symposium, April 14-17, 2013, a few. You will receive recognition for in Arizona. In addition to your con- show off your projects and programs, and talk with decision makers in your your donated items, as well as give ference registration, you will also be our attendees the opportunity to able to purchase mobile and featured target market. Bring your business or nonprofit to the attention of the physically see your trail products workshops. Register early to save on first-hand in a realistic trail setting! registration fees. All extra activities nation’s trailbuilding community. Get are on a first come first serve basis, so great discounts and perks for signing signing up early is encouraged! up early, including choosing your Trails Lead booth location in the order we receive your contract! (Some restrictions apply). Everywhere! Exhibitors There are opportunities to help build The 2013 Symposium theme is “Trails January 31 is the deadline for the “Indoor Trails & Greenway Lead Everywhere.” This Symposium’s a 5% discount for exhibitors System” inside the exhibit hall! We theme celebrates the remarkable role are looking for trail products from that trails continue to play world- at the 2013 American Trails trail bridges, restrooms, trail building wide. Throughout time, they have International Trails equipment, bicycles, ATVs, canoes, united and guided humans across the Symposium and camping equipment, to surfacing globe. They were the foundation of our communication network and con- tinue to be an essential component of our personal and professional experi- ences and relationships. Trails are one of our greatest assets. They let us explore, play, travel, and savor the world’s natural wonders, from the highest mountains to the deepest can- yons and all the vast open spaces in between. They are the best way to see nature’s hidden treasures, the cleanest way to commute, and the easiest way to encourage kids to adopt healthy lifestyles. Trails are the ribbons that connect us, lead us, and expand our The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort is the host hotel for the 2013 Symposium horizons. For news on the American Trails International Trails Symposium see current details at www.AmericanTrails.org/2013 American Trails INTERNATIONAL TRAILS SYMPOSIUM 2013

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Trail Tools Equipment Expo National Trails Awards ign up to join us as either a vendor or attendee for the Trail Tools Expo, located on the grounds of the deadline is November 30 RadissonS Fort-McDowell Convention Center. Vendors will Award Categories demonstrate equipment, tools, and materials used in the construction, maintenance, and signing of trails. • Lifetime Service Award • Best Trails State Award Following the Expo, vendors will have the opportunity to • Community Service Award showcase their products at the conference site, and to dis- • Corporate Award cuss their products with interested Symposium partici- • Kids and Trails Award pants. The Equipment Expo is designed to move one step • International Trails Award (NEW) further and allow vendors to actually show trail tools at • Outstanding Media Award work! And, attendees will be able to test drive equipment. • Outstanding Trail Sharing Award Exhibits will include trail building machines, excavators, • Partnership Award motorized wheelbarrows, tools, and lots of things in • Planning/Design Award between. Participants may also have an opportunity to • State-of-the-Art Technology Award “test” other items such as bicycles and ATVs. The Expo • Trails and the Arts Award will be held April 14. • Trails for Health Award • Public Service Award • Trail Advocacy Award ~ 1 per State Sponsor an event or item • Trail Worker Award ~ 1 per State • Developers Award ost a keynote luncheon speaker, the awards banquet, an exhibit hall tent, the “Trails Rock” Party, or spon- sorH badge holders, among other events and items. Several great sponsor opportunities are available ranging from Calling all volunteers $25 to $30,000 plus. We expect to sell out, so get in early ou can help a little or a lot! Fill out our online volun- for the best recognition opportunities. Thanks to those teer form or contact [email protected] Embrace the who have already committed their generous sponsor- Yor (530) 547-2060. ships! adventure. Auction Items Creative Crossings ubmit your projects for our Creative Crossings Photo romote your brand and the great products you offer at SGallery! During the Symposium, you will have an Pthe Symposium by donating an item(s) for either our opportunity to share the beauty of your trail crossings or Silent or Live auctions. We encourage you to donate items bridges in the Creative Crossings Photo Gallery. Recent that represent what your organization/company has to years have seen the construction of some strikingly beau- offer to the trails world. Auction items can also be includ- tiful and innovative trail bridge designs. American Trails Backcountry Trails. Urban Explorations. ed in a customized sponsorship packet if you would like will showcase those bridges and other trail crossings in a to lend your support to the Symposium in other ways. photo gallery in the Exhibit Hall and on the American Come for Scottsdale’s Sonoran Desert playground. Stay for the great Trails website. outdoors – go treasure hunting at our open-air shopping centers, savor innovative cuisine on sun-drenched bistro patios, indulge in a moonlight AdventureInScottsdale.com 800.309.1428 massage. Your Scottsdale adventure is waiting. For news on the American Trails International Trails Symposium see current details at www.AmericanTrails.org/2013

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CVB 12-261.American Trails Ad.F.indd 1 8/23/12 3:29 PM American Trails INTERNATIONAL TRAILS SYMPOSIUM 2013 What’s new for this Symposium American Trails National Symposium – CEUs for the Symposium goes International! We are delighted to offer interested attendees the nternational trail leaders will share their success stories opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units from around the world. Here is a sampling: (CEUs) through one of the Symposium’s sponsors, the I Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS), an autho- • Jeju Olle Trail, Jeju Island, South Korea rized independent CEU provider • Munda Biddi Trail, Western Australia through IACET (International • Grand Canyon Trail, Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Association for Continuing Education Australia and Training). CEU approval is pend- • Augmentra Ltd. (ViewRanger), Cambridge, United ing; exact sessions and workshops Kingdom that will offer CEUs will be provided • International Appalachian Trail, New Brunswick and at a later date. Quebec, Canada • TransActive Solutions, Ottawa, Canada • “The Pearl” of Puerto Rico • Mountain Journey, China’s National Trails, Beijing, China American Trails establishes Hulet • Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique, South Africa Hornbeck Youth Scholarship Fund! Survey generates topics of primary ulet Hornbeck organized the 1st National Trails Symposium in 1971 and was a founding board member interest for 2013 ofH the National Trails Council, the predecessor organization to American Trails. He enthusiastically served on the National ore than 600 people responded to an online survey to Trails Council for 17 years and on the Board of Directors for help American Trails better understand what M American Trails for over 16 years. The “Hulet Hornbeck” Symposium participants want to learn, and their preferred Youth Scholarship Fund will provide unique training and program structure. The Program Committee developed these mentoring opportunities at the Symposium to inspire young key topics from the survey results: adults to choose a career path so they, too, can leave a lasting 1. Application of technology to land management-related legacy on the world– as Hulet did. Contribute to the scholar- issues ship fund by visiting the American Trails Online Store. 2. New products, techniques, and services 3. Funding and fundraising opportunities, alternative funding Cyclovia Fountain Hills: April 13, 2013 sources, grant writing, event planning, and donor develop- ment oin American Trails and the Town of Fountain Hills for the 4. Leveraging land management staff resources using non- valley’s first Cyclovia on Saturday, April 13, 2013. Cyc˙lo˙via profits and volunteer groups (siIJ kle‘ via) is a Spanish word signifying the temporary clo- 5. Managing nonprofit organizations, strategic planning, sure of a network of streets to cars so that they can become finance, and partnerships “open” for people to bike, walk, and skate. Cyclovia Fountain 6. Policy development, mobilizing public support, negotiat- Hills is excited to join in this tradition as they open a selection ing, and conflict resolution of downtown streets for free health education, guided walks, 7. Trail design and construction, emphasizing hands-on field- yoga, Pilates, Zumba, and bicycle safety courses, and explore work the beautiful scenery of Fountain Hills and its walking and 8. Outdoor recreation planning with emphasis on trail safety, hiking paths. The day-long event culminates with an outdoor risk management, and accessibility “Concert in the Park.” Leave home a day early for your 9. Measuring trail use, resource impact, and user experiences Symposium trip to enjoy all that Fountain Hills has to offer! 10. Effective promotion to help the public find and enjoy trails Learn more at www.cycloviafountainhills.com. Core Tracks will provide more in-depth learning new feature of the program will be more in-depth treat- ment of a limited number of subjects. The option called ACore Tracks, is designed to allow more time for presentations, discussions, examples, and fieldwork. Each Core Track is between 3-9 hours.

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Manzanita ~ (nonprofit exhibitors) • National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation White Mountains Trail System) • American Conservation Experience Council • Tread Lightly! • Arizona Trail Association • Pennsylvania Equine Council Manzanita ~ (table) • Back Country Horsemen of America • Professional Trailbuilders Association • Rails-to-Trails Conservancy • Advanced Resource Solutions, Inc. • Black Canyon Trail Coalition • City of Phoenix • California Trails and Greenways Conference • Redding CVB • Santa Fe Trail Association • Pima Trails Association • Irvine Ranch Conservancy and Natural • Project Groundwork Landmarks • Southwest Conservation Corps • Town of Pinetop-Lakeside/TRACKS (AZ • Quad Cities CVB • Jeju Olle Trail • Wheeler American Trails INTERNATIONAL TRAILS SYMPOSIUM 2013 Symposium hotels welcome our guests to Arizona

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Radisson Fort McDowell Resort ~ The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort is located at the edge of the Sonoran Desert Symposium Host Hotel The Radisson Fort McDowell Resort Diamond Award annually. The resort Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and North is located at the edge of the beautiful is attached to the convention center. Scottsdale, the Comfort Inn provides affordable cozy rooms. Sonoran Desert, just northeast of Holiday Inn – Fountain Hills Scottsdale and less than 30 minutes Located in Fountain Hills, this resort Shuttle Service from Phoenix (and Sky Harbor has a fantastic view of the world- For attendees who are staying at the International Airport)! The resort famous Fountain Hills Fountain. Holiday Inn or the Comfort Inn, won the Radisson brand’s “Hotel of there will be a shuttle service for the the Year” award in 2008, and contin- Comfort Inn - Fountain Hills short drive to and from the conven- ues to earn the prestigious AAA Four Located at the intersection of tion center.

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On the trail in Arizona Desert” will experience the nurturing Equestrian side of the desert in a unique and oin us for fun learning experiences unexpected way. Horseback trail ride along the on the trail! Mobile Workshops Verde River offered at the American Trails Tom’s Thumb and Marcus J International Trails Symposium Landslide hike Participants will ride horses down to will take you on trails, waterways, and across the Verde River and Choose between two fascinating OHV routes, and bikeways. Here is a return to Fort McDowell for a presen- sampling of the workshops being hikes in the Scottsdale McDowell tation on Yavapai heritage by a mem- offered by Symposium partners: Sonoran Preserve on the northern ber of the Yavapai Nation. slope of the McDowell Mountains. Hiking Hikers will learn about the geology Bicycling and rich natural history of the area. Goldmine Trail/Hieroglyphic Mesa’s Consolidated Canal Trail Hike Off-highway vehicles shared use path bike tour The Superstition Area Land Trust The 10-mile ride will tour the eclectic and Tonto National Forest show the OHV Management ATV Ride historic neighborhoods and will fea- challenges of building and maintain- Take an ATV ride in the Rolls OHV ture Mesa’s Main Street public art. ing trails in Arizona along with land Area on the Tonto National Forest, The ride will feature one of Mesa’s conservation efforts. The 1.1-mile one of the most-visited national for- premier multi-use trails that travels Hieroglyphic Trail leads to extensive ests in the U.S. This workshop will along the Consolidated Canal to the native American petroglyphs. The address motorized recreation man- Chicago Cubs spring training home. Goldmine Trail is a 5-mile hike on agement including the use of volun- the slopes of the Superstition teer organizations to fill many gaps. Tempe’s historic and modern Mountains. OHV Management 4-Wheel Ride mix of urban lifestyles Arizona National Scenic Trail Volunteers will take participants in Join City of Tempe planners on a ride This 13-mile hike in the Four Peaks four-wheel drive vehicles in the through the historic downtown and Wilderness gives perspectives on the Desert Vista OHV Area on the Cave Town Lake district, and Arizona State management of a National Scenic Creek Ranger District. Drivers will University campus. The ride contin- Trail. Members of the American provide insight into OHV manage- ues through Tempe Beach Park, Conservation Experience will be ment in an arid environment near the Tempe Center for the Arts, and describing the work they are doing Phoenix metropolitan area. returns to the Transportation Center. on the trail. Scottsdale’s public art and McDowell Sonoran Preserve Paddling Indian Bend Wash Path natural history hikes Boating the Lower Salt River Art is for the soul. Cycling is for the Two half-day hikes will explore envi- Arizona Outback Adventures will body. Exercise your brain and your ronmental education opportunities at provide a variety of opportunities to heart with an easy bike tour of some the Preserve. A 4.5-mile hike, experience boating on scenic desert of Scottsdale’s award-winning public “Lifecycle of the Saguaro,” explores waterways: the Verde River and art. Take the Indian Bend Wash Path the life cycle of the iconic saguaro Lower Salt River corridors. through a series of parks that line cactus from seed to skeleton. Participants on the half-day tours can one of the most innovative flood Participants in “The Incredible Edible choose from kayaking or rafting. control projects in the nation.

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water flow by diverting drainages, Many trails managers balk at the The trail detective: collecting sheet runoff, and collecting thought of spending extra money up water in low areas. Water can affect front to properly locate and build a sustainable trails trails through wet areas (bogs), sheet trail. These same managers end up By John Favro, Trails Consultant and runoff, or drainages. Trails deal with paying high maintenance year after American Trails Board Member these things in different ways: by year. Which is cheaper, a larger one- design, by structures, and by location. time cost or a smaller cost that ends grew up in a trail culture up recurring 100 times or more? The The next 100 years math is obvious, it is almost always that said, “do the clearing, cheaper to opt for the onetime higher The philosophy I have come to use is fill in the holes and ruts, cost than to have to pay crews to I that it is always better to find the and, if you have erosion, throw construct structures and do heavy best location first. When you con- maintenance for the next 100 years. in some log water bars.” struct or reroute a trail, you are put- During my first years of doing ting a structure on the landscape that We all know how hard it is to get trail maintenance, that is exact- will be there, in good or bad condi- trail maintenance funding. In these ly what I did. Going back and tion, for 100 years or more in most times of low trail budgets mangers looking at some of the results, places. So why not do it right? may not maintain a trail for a long time, but when it becomes impass- I have come to the conclusion able, spend money for a reroute or a that most of the early work I I have come to the con- new trail. The result of this will be did was not sustainable nor clusion that most of the two scars on the landscape or the was it good for the trail, the need to spend even more money to users, or the environment. early work I did was not rehabilitate the old trail. To me it is Why is that? sustainable nor was it always best to follow the old saying: “Do it right the first time.” good for the trail, the The biggest issue with all trails (yes, So, let’s get down to basics on recon- even desert trails!) is how the trail users, or the environment. structing or rerouting a trail. There affects water flow and how the trail Why is that? are three basic rules I have for when is affected by water. Trails can affect I begin laying out a trail:

14 FALL 2012 American Trails 1. Find what the sustainable grade should be. 2. Locate the trail on a sideslope, never on flat ground. 3. Follow a curvilinear alignment.

Grade Some people will tell you that a sustainable grade will always be less than a specific number, say 10% or 20%. They base this grade number on their past experience for an area and may even be correct some of the time. The reality is that every trail is different. Trails may have different uses, vegetation, and soils, even in the same area. It is much better to determine a sustainable grade for the specific trail you are going to build by looking at the existing trail, or if you are building a new trail, find a trail that has matching characteristics. Then, you need to become a trail detective and look at seg- ments of the existing or similar trails and determine, using your clinometer, at what grade the trail begins to erode. Look for signs of water running down the trail: any place where soil movement on the tread or small ruts are visible. Next, determine the grade where this begins to occur. Then deduct 2 to 4% from that grade, which becomes the sustainable grade for that trail. Continued on page 16 Doing it right... the first time continued

leading to these low areas. Both of they are self-sustaining and require these events will cause your trail to little maintenance. My second choice deteriorate. The place to locate a trail is usually rock water bars. If they are is on a side hill. Sure, it may take a lit- installed properly, they will last a tle more work, but in the long run, long time, but will require more you will have a much more sustain- maintenance than a drainage dip. able trail that allows the water to My last choice (which used to be my sheet across the trail and will require first choice in the “old days”) is to minimal maintenance. install a log water bar. I would do this Another key concept is to follow a only in the rare cases where I am not curvilinear route that matches the ter- able to properly locate and build the The problem: getting water off the trail rain. Where there are drainages the trail and there are no rocks available. trail should dip into them and out of This may be the result of manage- This means that unless the soil, runoff, them so that the drainage will flow ment or environmental restrictions. or vegetation changes dramatically, across the trail and not turn and fol- Log water bars (even using treated you should not have any grade great- low the trail. logs) are hard to maintain and will er than that sustainable grade. This is eventually rot, requiring many a key to building a sustainable trail. Structures replacements at great expense over a 100 year trail life. They are also more Outslope A well-built, well-located trail will not have need for very many structures prone to being kicked out of place. The outslope is the percent of slope except, of course, bridges or retaining So remember— do it right the first measured along the width of the trail walls. Every time a structure is built, time! across (or 90 degrees to) the direction the trail manager is taking on a main- John Favro retired from the Forest of travel. Every trail, unless it is per- tenance expense for the life of the Service as Regional Trails Coordinator fectly flat with no side hill or grade, trail, so it is important to minimize the for the Northern Region of the Forest will have sheet runoff hitting it from number of structures you construct. Service, managing 25,000 miles of trails. above. If this water is not allowed to Drainage dips or grade reversals are John has been in the trails business for cross the trail and continue down the my first choice if I must put in a 40 years. You can contact him at slope, it will turn and go down the drainage structure. For the most part, [email protected]. trail instead, causing erosion. The way to prevent this is to provide ade- quate trail outslope. So what is adequate outslope for a trail? I used to believe that 1% or 2% is adequate. However, most trail man- agers now say that the outslope must be greater than the grade of the trail. When you think of the physics of run- off, it makes sense that water will always take the steeper, easier route downhill. So if a trail has a 10% grade with 8% outslope, a good portion of the sheet runoff will turn and go down the trail, causing erosion. Trail Location While it is usually easier to build a trail on flat terrain, this is not the best place. Water will collect in the lowest places, causing wet areas and erosion ARIZONA TRAILS A pathway for water and people The Central Arizona Project Canal Trail By Tom Fitzgerald, CAP Land and Records Supervisor

he Central Arizona Project (CAP) canal is one of the key lifelines for the counties locat- ed in central Arizona. Built by the Bureau of Reclamation at a cost of nearly $3.6 billion, this 336-mile long system of open canal, pipelines, siphons, tunnels, and pumping plantsT brings valuable Colorado River water to municipal, agricultural, and Tribal lands locat- ed in the heart of Arizona.

In addition to a reliable supply of CAP system would have on the envi- pleted, the CAP trail would be the Colorado River water, the CAP canal ronment and wildlife. second longest trail in Arizona behind system affords another potential bene- This study, not only ensured compli- the Arizona Trail. fit to the state of Arizona. This benefit ance with state and federal regulations Now that the opportunity for the is a long distance, non-motorized, to protect native fish, wildlife, and trail exists, how do you get 336 miles multi-use recreational trail corridor. plants, but it also considered the of trail built? The trail was considered before any opportunity for a recreational trail to The answer to that question relies feature of the canal was built and was be constructed along the entire 336 largely on the cooperation and part- included in the environmental study mile length of the canal. Once com- nerships between municipal, county, that looked at the potential impact the Continued on page 18

A scenic section of the trail showing the vast capacity of the canal

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and tribal agencies that the CAP canal ing the trail on their own. Once the runs through. In fact, there are over 30 partnership and recreation agreement different agencies that have some role is in place however, the development in assuring that the trail is construct- of the trail can begin. ed. Essentially, each agency becomes a Unlike other canal systems in the sponsor for the portion of trail that Phoenix Arizona area that allow recre- runs through their jurisdiction. ational trails on their existing opera- To be a sponsor, each agency enters tion and maintenance roads, the CAP into a separate recreation agreement canal operation and maintenance with the Bureau of Reclamation that roads are closed to the public due to makes that agency responsible for safety concerns. The main reasons for constructing and maintaining the trail the closure is that the CAP canal is in their respective areas. The key to approximately 80 feet wide, almost 17 the agreement however, is that the feet deep and can move up to 3200 construction and maintenance respon- cubic feet of water per second. sibility doesn’t have to fall fully on the Although the actual canal is fenced shoulder of the agency. There are pro- off, the project’s security fence on the visions in the agreement that allow downstream, right side of the canal the agency to enter into third party through La Paz, Maricopa, and Pinal agreements with businesses, home- counties was inset approximately 20 owner-associations, or contractors for feet from the CAP property line. This the initial construction and long-term particular area outside the security maintenance of the trail. fence was established specifically for These specific provisions are key to the multi-use, non-motorized trail. In the success of each partnership since Pima County, an area on the down- many agencies don’t have the funding stream, left side of the canal was cases, the partnership developed with or man power to dedicate to develop- established for the trail instead. In all each agency becomes critical to the final look and feel of the trail. Although there was approximately 20 feet established for the trail on CAP property, the agencies are encouraged to request additional setbacks from adjacent developers. This extra set- back allows for drainage and land- scaping improvements to be placed on private property, as well as, better transitions to existing developments. The increased setback also allows for a wider trail corridor, thus eliminating a tunnel effect between the security fence and the wall of the develop- ment. To date, strong partnerships have been forged in Maricopa, Pinal, and Pima Counties, as well as the cities of Scottsdale and Phoenix. As a result, there are approximately 90 miles of trails that have been formally

18 FALL 2012 American Trails improved or are being worked on right now. There are another 100 miles or so that are currently used, but have not been formally improved. Grade-separated crossings under major arterial roadways and freeways, as well as a bike/pedestrian bridge over Interstate 17 are recent examples of successful projects. Good communi- cation and strong partnerships with Residential neighborhoods adjoin the trail and canal in urban areas other agencies have been keys to the success in getting portions of the CAP trail built to date. trail identified in those plans, it has Today the CAP trail continues to In June of 2003, the CAP trail was des- been easier for each agency to enter move forward, additional partner- ignated as a National Recreation Trail. into the recreation agreement with ships are in the works and the ability This designation really aided in get- Reclamation and stipulate the addi- to walk, bike, or ride from Lake ting agencies to identify the trail in tional setbacks from future develop- Havasu to Tucson is becoming more their planning documents like their ments. Without these plans in place, of a reality every day. General Plans, Comprehensive Plans, partnerships tend to break down and For more information about the CAP Open Space and Trails Plans, Resource the opportunity to construct the trail trail please visit www.cap-az.com and Management Plans, etc. By having the in a relatively inexpensive way is lost. click on the “Lands” tab.

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hy are we emphasizing National Recreation Trails? Because trail managers and supporters agree that the NRT Program is a great way to celebrate America’s trails, greenways, and blueways. Even as we struggle with budgets and priorities, more people than ever Ware using trails, and we need more recognition for our parks and public lands. Every kind of trail activity is represented among designated National Recreation Trails. Besides hiking and bicycling, the system includes water trails, motorized routes, snow tracks, greenways, and equestrian paths. The NRT program show- cases the diversity of trails across America, from our cities and suburbs, to deserts, waterways, and mountains. See details of these and over 1,200 other trails on the NRT website at www.AmericanTrails.org/nationalrecreationtrails. For 2012, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar and Director of the National Park Service, Jonathan B. Jarvis, announced the designation of 54 trails in 23 States as National Recreation Trails:

ALABAMA • Forever Wild Coon Creek Trail System • Forever Wild Wehle Trail System • Bartram Canoe Trail Trails along Yates Reservoir on the Three nature trails at the Wehle Nature Alabama State Lands project: a 154-mile Tallapoosa River Center water trail system along the Mobile- • Forever Wild Freedom Hills Trail System • Goose Pond Colony Nature and Tensaw Delta 14.7 miles of trails on Freedoms Hills Walking Trail • Blevins Gap Nature Preserve Trail System Wildlife Management Area Two-mile loop trail along the Tennessee River/Guntersville Lake in Scottsboro Huntsville’s 10.5-mile trail system in a • Forever Wild Shoal Creek Preserve Trail Land Trust of North Alabama preserve System • Monte Sano Nature Preserve Trail System • Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Trails in Shoal Creek Preserve Tract in Sanctuary Trail System Lauderdale County 20 miles of multi-use trails in Huntsville’s open space Trails on the barrier island off the • Forever Wild Walls of Jericho Trail System Oak Mountain Red Trail Alabama Gulf Coast, a globally impor- 17 miles through the canyons of the • tant bird migration site Jericho Tract in Jackson County Includes 25 miles of mountain biking trails in Oak Mountain State Park • Scottsboro City Park Walking Trail Along the shores of the Tennessee River/Guntersville Lake in Scottsboro • Sokol Park Mountain Bike Trail System 11 miles of forested trails in Tuscaloosa County • Wade Mountain Nature Preserve Trail System 9.4 miles of trails created and main- tained by volunteers ALASKA • Beaver Creek Water Trail U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ 180-mile water trail in the Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge • Kanatak Trail Climbs 1,000 feet over Kanatak Pass in Paddling on the Alabama State Lands Bartram Canoe Trail Becharof National Wildlife Refuge

22 FALL 2012 American Trails NATIONAL RECREATION TRAILS

CALIFORNIA • Aliso Creek Trail From the foothills of Orange County to Laguna Beach • Los Angeles River Trail 7 miles from Griffith Park to downtown Los Angeles. COLORADO • Sand Creek Regional Greenway 14-mile greenway connects the High Line Canal and Platte River trails CONNECTICUT • Willimantic River Water Trail 21 miles of paddling trail between Stafford Springs and Windham FLORIDA • Aucilla River Trail 50 miles of paddling routes through Hiking the eastern section of the Kanatak Trail in Alaska Florida’s rugged Big Bend region • Cross Seminole Trail 13.9 miles of paved recreational trail • Seminole Wekiva Trail • Karina Miller Preserve Loop Trail through Seminole County Rail trail runs 14 miles from Altamonte Circles Little Mulberry Park and lake in • Econfina River Trail Springs north to the Wekiva River Dacula 16 mile paddling route on a remote, • Wacissa River Trail ILLINOIS tree-canopied dark water river 15 miles of water trail through the • Carlyle Lake Multi-Use Trail • Flagler Trail Aucilla Wildlife Management Area 10.3-mile, multi-use trail from the city 8.7 miles of rail trail on the Okeechobee of Carlyle to the Army Corps of Branch of Florida East Coast Railway GEORGIA Engineers lake • Foster’s Hammock Loop Trail • Bartram Trail at Thurmond Lake 8-mile, single track mountain bike trail Mountain bikers, hikers, and runners INDIANA in Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center enjoy the pine-carpeted 27-mile trail • B-Line Trail • North Bay Trail • Georgia Coast Saltwater Paddle Trail 3.1-mile trail promotes recreation, fit- 6.5-mile, multi-use path along the spec- 189-mile route links parks, oak forests, ness, and economic development in the tacular waterfront of St. Petersburg and immense expanses of tidal marsh heart of Bloomington

Art along the B-Line Trail in Bloomington, Indiana Hiking along Wacissa River Trail, Florida 2012 National Recreation Trail designations Details at www.AmericanTrails.org/nationalrecreationtrails NATIONAL RECREATION TRAILS

IOWA • Tallgrass Trail Experience the tallgrass prairie on the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge • Veterans Trail Barrier-free trail near Iowa City at Corps of Engineers’ Coralville Lake MICHIGAN • North Central State Trail 62 miles of multi-use, rail trail connect- ing northern Michigan communities MINNESOTA • Finger Lakes Canoe Trail 5.2-mile route on the Upper Mississippi Footbridge over Hurricane Creek on the Walls of Jericho Trail System, Alabama River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge • Halfmoon Lake Canoe Trail • Wolf River Greenway Trail Scenic bluffs, mature floodplain forest, Paved, shaded, accessible trail along and backwaters near Kellogg the Wolf River in the city of Memphis • Verchota Canoe Trail TEXAS 11-mile route on the Mississippi near Leon Creek North Greenway Winona for experienced paddlers • 13-mile corridor includes recreation, MISSISSIPPI storm water management, and riparian • Bailey’s Woods Trail habitat protection Nature trail connecting the University • Medina River Greenway of Mississippi Museum to Rowan Oak, 7 miles along the banks of the sinuous William Faulkner’s residence Leon Creek North Greenway, Texas river near downtown San Antonio Tejano Walking Trails NEW MEXICO • 11 miles of trails highlighting the histo- • High Desert Trail System ry and culture of East Austin 11.2 miles of varied trails atop the mesas overlooking Gallup VIRGINIA Warrenton Branch Greenway NEW YORK • Rail trail and historic site near down- • Zim Smith Trail town Warrenton Through towns and villages, serving as the backbone of the Saratoga County WASHINGTON Trail network • Bennington Lake Trail System NORTH CAROLINA 20 miles of trails at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Mill Creek Project • Overmountain Victory Trail • Foothills Regional Trail 13 miles of trail at the U.S. Army Corps Pierce County rail trail with paved of Engineers’ W. Kerr Scott Reservoir paths and unpaved equestrian trails OREGON WEST VIRGINIA • Tillamook County Water Trail System • Sunrise Carriage Trail Countywide network of recreational Meandering trail through a forested water trails encompassing the area’s haven near downtown Charleston abundant rivers, sloughs, and bays WISCONSIN TENNESSEE • Nelson-Trevino Canoe Trail • East Lakeshore Trail Paddling trail on the Minnesota border 21-mile hiking trail traversing the in the Upper Mississippi River undeveloped and forested shore of National Wildlife and Fish Refuge High Desert Trail System, New Mexico Tellico Lake 24 FALL 2012 American Trails terrabilt TM wayfinding systems

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Outdoor recreation Movement seeks to supports 6 million jobs unite a million cyclists he Outdoor Industry Association eopleForBikes.org, a movement (OIA) has released its newest founded by the nonprofit Bikes Teconomic study, which details the role PBelong, is now more than halfway to that outdoor recreation plays as a its goal of uniting one million bicy- major economic driver in the United clists. Launched in the spring of 2010, States: Outdoor Recreation: An PeopleForBikes.org (PFB) aims to use Overlooked Economic Giant. the million voices it collects to create “The Third Mode” for Outdoor recreation accounts for $646 a better future for bicycling. billion in annual spending that sup- So far, PFB supporters have sent more future transportation than 120,000 letters to members of ports 6.1 million direct jobs and $80 ur recent webinar on Connecting billion in federal, state, and local tax Congress requesting better support Greenways, Trails, and Active revenue. This underscores the need for bicycling. The movement is OMobility featured a new book by Jeff for investment by federal, state, and designed to represent anyone who Olson called The Third Mode: Towards a local governments in programs that is for bikes— whether they are a Green Society. passionate bike advocate or someone bolster opportunities for consumers Now available, the book is about how to participate in outdoor recreation. who rides just once in a while. our society can create better connec- The report says, “the outdoor recre- PFB collects stories from supporters tions between people, nature, and the ation economy can continue to be a about why they ride. The Story built environment. Author Jeff Olson growing generator of jobs and an eco- Gallery on the website has thousands grew up in American suburbia, where he realized that better planning and nomic powerhouse if we manage and of submissions from across the coun- design were keys to a sustainable try. The movement also keeps tabs on invest in America’s parks, waters, and future. His vision of creating a better trails as a national outdoor recreation bike initiatives around the country world will hopefully inspire a new system designed to reap economic though its Places for Bikes map. generation. dividends for America. The continued If you haven’t yet signed the pledge, To order a copy of “The Third Mode,” visit growth and success of this great you can do so online at www.thethirdmode.com. American industry hinges on outdoor PeopleForBikes.org. recreation opportunities for everyone.” To keep up with the movement’s Read more and download the full progress, visit peopleforbikes.org/blog Economic Benefits of report from OIA at www.american- or Twitter (@PeopleForBikes) or Coldwater Bike Trails trails.org/resources/economics. Facebook (PeopleForBikes). new study of an Alabama trail system provides a fiscal analysis Aof the outdoor recreation market and Greenway and Trails specialisTs in parTnership wiTh dhM desiGn spending potential. The Economic and Impact Analysis of the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail finds with “six million people within 100 miles of the Coldwater Bike Trail, there appears to be unmet demand for not only more trails and other, related facilities, but also more retail shops that provide biking and related merchandise.” Read more and download the full The Greenway Team report at www.AmericanTrails.org/ 303.904.9415 | www.GreenwayTeaM.coM resources/economics.

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NEW TRAIL IN DELAWARE The highlight of the redevelopment breaks new ground with trail is a six-mile loop trail that will even- sharing:A antique vehicles join bicycles tually connect Yorklyn, Hockessin, and walkers on a paved trail at Wilmington, and Kennett. Auburn Heights Preserve. The 1.5 • Trail permitted uses: vintage cars mile trail is just the start of a larger from Auburn Heights collection, system. walkers, runners, cyclists Delaware’s Division of Parks and • Future trail uses: horse-drawn car- Recreation hosted the grand opening riages, and vintage cars that are of the trail, which is part of a major, part of programs offered on site multi-phase project designed to • Surface: 10’ wide, asphalt transform the community of Yorklyn • Direction: one-way traffic into a vibrant, lively, and scenic cen- terpiece while still retaining its mill • Speed Limit: 15 mph maximum for town roots. A public-private partner- both bikes and autos ship was established in 2009 to map Read more under “Shared Use” at out a concept for redevelopment of www.AmericanTrails.org/resources/ Red Clay Valley historic mill sites. ManageMaintain.

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Welcome new American Trails Patron Members! More details at www.AmericanTrails.org/patrons.html Creative Pultrusions, Inc. Baldwin Design Works, Ltd.

reative Pultrusions, Inc. aldwin Design Works, manufactures light weight, BLtd. designs, builds, Clow maintenance deck systems, and installs custom trail compliant with the Americans markers, help locator signs, with Disabilities Act, via the pul- exterior QR code signs, GIS trusion process. park and trail maps, bol- lards, kiosks, message The fiberglass deck systems are boards, bike racks, recy- available in many forms and are cling bins, trash containers, rated for pedestrian traffic up to benches, signs, and more. and including HS25-44 highway Our products are made bridge deck loading. The from 98% recycled polyeth- Creative deck systems will not ylene plastic and carry a rot, rust, spall, or corrode, allowing them to stand the test 50-year manufacturer’s warranty. Graffiti can be simply of time and require little to no maintenance over the life of pressure-washed off. the structure. Why order out of a catalog? Let Baldwin Design Works Learn more about deck systems from Creative Pultrusions, design a product that fits your specific need. Check out all Inc. at www.creativepultrusions.com or contact them for these fantastic products on our website at www.baldwind- your next project at 888-CPI-PULL (274-7855). esignworks.com. Or contact us via email at contact@bald- windesignworks.com or by phone at 404-518-7688. Spearhead Trails

he Southwest Regional Recreation Authority T(SRRA) was designated by the Virginia General Assembly in 2008 for the purpose of overseeing the design, development, and management of the “Spearhead Trails” system within the counties of Lee, Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, Scott, Tazewell, Wise, and the City of Norton. WILDWAYS Illustrated Under the guidance of SRRA, the multi-use trail system is ILDWAYS illustrated is an interpretive design firm anticipated to provide economic diversification for the specializing in vivid watercolor illustrations. We region by developing and expanding trails and trailheads, createW interpretive panels, exhibits, and wayside signs that and attracting businesses such as outfitters, campgrounds, are always ADA accessible. Turnkey services include: hotels, B&Bs, restaurants, gift shops, and shuttle services. interpretive theme development, design, research, writing, Four trail construction projects underway in the Spearhead illustration, and production management for panel and region are expected to begin opening in early 2013. mounting hardware manufacture. Let us help you engage, Spearhead Trails will initially offer OHV and equestrian educate, inform, and inspire your visitors. trails, but will also market and provide technical support for all types of trails, including hiking, biking, birding, and To learn more, email us at [email protected] or call our blueways. A comprehensive website offering visitor infor- studio at 408-353-9440, mobile 408-589-4654. Check out mation on all the trail systems in the region is under our work at www.wildwaysillustrated.com. development and will also roll out in 2013. See the complete list of Patron Members on page 29, and learn For more information visit www.SpearheadTrails.com. more at www.AmericanTrails.org/patrons.html.

34 FALL 2012 American Trails American Trails Member Organizations Our members are continuing to help us advocate for your interests and making it possible to provide you access to thousands of trails and greenways resources on the American Trails website! Memberships start at $50 for nonprofits and $100 for businesses. Join and review all the benefits online today at www.AmericanTrails.org or fill and mail in the membership form on page 31. • Shaw-Weil Associates • Headwaters Trail System SUPPORTERS • George Sheats • Heckrodt Wetland Reserve • Show-Me Back Country Horsemen, MO • Hike BC / National Hiking Trail of BC • Alabama Hiking Trail Society • Interior Trails Preservation Coalition • Allegheny Ridge Corporation • Sibilsky & Associates • Irvine Ranch Conservancy • American Quarter Horse Assn. • Singletrack Trails • In Memory of Charles Moore • Sue Anderson • SSA Landscape Architects • David Kaplan • Albert Arline Jr. • Sutter Equipment Company • Penni Klein • Asphalt Systems, Inc. • Terrabilt, Inc. • Tom Kohley • Back Country Horsemen of America • Terry Hanson Consulting • La Canada Flintridge Trails Council • Michael Baker • The Acorn Group • Lawrence Hopewell Trail • The McConnell Foundation • Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail • Beneficial Designs, Inc. • Roger Lidman • Carson City Parks & Recreation • TrafficGuard Direct • Local Motion • Chattanooga Parks & Recreation • Trail Food Express • Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust • City of Aspen, CO • Trail Management Services, LLC • Bill Manning • City of Edmonton, Canada • Trail Works, Inc. • Mendocino County Trails Council • City of Longmont, CO • Trees Forever • Methow Valley Sport Trails Association • City of Oldsmar, FL • Tuolumne County Transportation Ccl. • Meyerson Consulting • USDA Forest Service, Atlanta • Nikki Montembeault • Coffman Studio • Jane Murphy • Contech Engineered Solutions, LLC • USDA Forest Service, Eastern Region • National Coast Trail Association • COSA, Parks & Recreation/Greenways • Terry Whaley • National Park Service - Chesapeake Bay • Delaware State Parks • Tom Woiwode • Native Trails, LLC • Della Penna’s Trailside Realty • Northwestern Ohio Rails-to-Trails Assn. • Envirosigns, Ltd. AFFILIATES • Adam Nutting • Erica Fielder Studio • NY-NJ Trail Conference • Oakland County Parks and Recreation • Five Rivers MetroParks • Accessible Design Collaborative • Jeff Olson • Florida DEP - Greenways & Trails • Adventure Cycling Association • PA Recreation & Park Society • Forestoration, Inc. • Agony of De-Feet • Palmetto Conservation Foundation • Global Trails Movement • Alberta TrailNet • Michael Paris • Greater Memphis Greenline • American Discovery Trail Society • Pennsylvania Environmental Council • Hancock Resources LLC • American Youth Works • Peoples Advocacy for Trails Hawaii (PATH) • Heritage Trails Partnership of the • Augusta Canal National Heritage Area • Phyllis Wheatley Community Center • Lee Ayres • Pima Trails Association Mississippi Gulf Coast • Backcountry Trail Foundation • Platte River Parkway Trust • Indiana Trail Riders Association • Bay State Trail Riders Association • Polk County Iowa • Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation • Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation • Premier Appraisal Group • iZone • Big Sandy Area Development District • Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bur. • Kay-Linn Enterprises • Bike-Walk Alliance of New Hampshire • Nancy Ream • KTUA: Planning & Landscape Arch. • Bob Jones Nature Center • Allison Renck • Alison Bullock • Ride with Respect • Loris and Associates, Inc. • Bylines • Los Alamos County Parks Division • Salmon Valley Stewardship • California Trails and Greenways • Elizabeth Samples • Cheryl Matthews • Cayuga Health Network • Santa Fe Trail Association • May‘s Trail Equipment • Chase • Schuylkill River National & State Heritage • Dave McClung • City of Columbia, MO Area • Metro, Portland • City of Plano, TX • Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship • Mt. Shasta Products • City of Rockport, TX • Sitka Trail Works, Inc. • National Park Service - RTCA Alaska • City of San Antonio, TX • Snowmobile North Dakota • National Park Service-RTCA Ohio • Colorado State Parks • Society of Outdoor Recreation • Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley N. P. Professionals • Donald Neptune • Bob Cothern • Springfield Park District • New Mexico State Parks • CT Forest & Park Association • Jenna Stanke • NOHVCC • Cumberland Trail Conference • Student Conservation Association • North American Trail Ride Conference • Geoff Day • Tahoe Pyramid Bikeway • Outside Las Vegas Foundation • Patty DeForrest • Tahoe Rim Trail Association • Papio-Missouri River Natural Res. Dist. • Disabled Equestrians Organization • The Carolina Thread Trail • Perkins Landscape Architecture, LLC • Dolan Springs Trail System • The Corps Network • East Coast Greenway Alliance • The Wildlands Conservancy • PermaTrak North America • Erie Canalway NHC • Town Lake Trail Foundation • Pitkin County Open Space & Trails • Erie Metroparks • Town of Canandaigua • Plastic Recycling Of Iowa Falls, Inc. • Forest Preserve Dist. of DuPage Co. • Trails & Bikeways Council of Greater Redding • Professional Trailbuilders Assn. • Fox Cities Greenways, Inc. • Trails for Illinois • Reineke Construction • Friends of Blackwater • Trans Canada Trail • Roaring Fork Transportation Authority • Gallatin Valley Land Trust • Tread Lightly! • Georgia River Network • Volunteers for Outdoor Missouri • Rockart Signs & Markers • Going Coastal, Inc. • S & S Trails Systems • Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Association • Laurie Green • Warrenton Trails Association • San Luis Obispo Parks Open Space • Greens Bayou Corridor Coalition • Jennifer West and Trail Foundation (SLOPOST) • Michael Haas • Whiterock Conservancy FEATURED NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL Black Canyon Trail, Arizona

he Black Canyon Trail is a world-class, multi-user trail system under develop- ment in the Bradshaw Mountain foot- hillsT of central Arizona. About 30 miles are for- mally dedicated to non-motorized use. Many remaining miles of existing trails are currently shared by motorized and non-motorized users. The BCT follows a route established by prehistoric Native American travelers and traders. The Department of the In- terior officially named the route as a livestock driveway in 1919, when it was used by wool growers from the Phoenix valley area to herd sheep to and from their summer ranges in the Bradshaw Mountains and the Black Hills. In 2008, the BCT was designated a National Recreation Trail. The current trail is 62 miles long, stretching from the Care- free Highway (AZ Highway 74) northward along the base of the Bradshaw Mountains to the Prescott National For- est. Eventually, there will be up to ten or more trailheads conveniently spaced to allow easy access. Several loop trails will provide short duration excursions for users with limited time. New opportunities for connecting trails and trailheads have been posed by growing local communities. Public use of the Black Canyon Trails area has intensified as the Phoenix metropolitan area has grown. This area now sees all manner of outdoor recreation activities, par- ticularly in the area adjacent to Table Mesa Road. Several opportunities for creating “loop trails” from the main alignment of the BCT have been identified. Such loops International Mountain Bicycling Association crew at work have the potential to establish separation between the major types of trail users (i.e. equestrians, bicyclists, hikers) and provide a more interesting overall recreational opportunity. The BCT is managed under a broad partnership consisting of private citizens, the BLM, Service First (BLM & USFS), Arizona State Parks, the Arizona Game and Fish Depart- ment, the Yavapai Trail Association, county agencies, and formal and informal volunteer organizations. The Black Canyon Trail Coalition has brought these individuals, or- ganizations, and government agencies together to facilitate constructing and maintaining the BCT as a historic trail, while linking the BCT with other planned federal, state, municipal, and county trail systems. More information on the trail can be found on the Black Canyon Trail Coalition website: www.bctaz.com. Sheep drive on the trail through the underpass of SR 68

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quality of life. David Larsen After receiving his BLA, David joined Atkins, formerly PBS&J. Established in 1938, Atkins has joins American become one of the largest interna- tional design and engineering con- Trails Board sulting firms, with offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle avid W. Larsen is the newest East, and Asia Pacific, and a work- Dmember of the American Trails force of 17,000 professionals. Board of Directors. He quotes During his 27 years with Atkins, President Theodore Roosevelt, who David has been engaged in the once said, “The nation behaves well development of great parks, recre- if it treats the natural resources as ational trails, and enhanced mobility assets which it must turn over to the projects over many years. His experi- next generation increased; and not ence includes Jupiter Riverwalk, impaired in value.” David has dedi- Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida cated his work in landscape architec- Greenway, the Sarasota West ture to improving the quality and landscape architecture with the Bayfront Multi-Use Recreational character of our public spaces. University of Florida in Perugia, Trail, and the Suncoast Parkway and As a graduate of landscape architec- Italy. Living, studying, and enjoying Trail. Other projects include the ture at the University of Florida in many of Europe’s great spaces served Florida Botanical Gardens and the 1984, David refined and developed as a clarion call to professionally ele- Gulf Coast Museum of Art in Largo, his education, incorporating the fun- vate the discussion on how to con- Florida. David is also involved with damentals of environmentally nect the American landscape for the National Complete Streets responsive design with studies in greater enjoyment and enhanced Coalition.

The Acorn Group® Interpretive Planning and Exhibit Design www.acorngroup.com (714) 838-4888 TRAIL TRACKS EDITORIAL Results– not ideology Catalytic action will change the world, one greenway at a time By Robert Searns Chair, American Trails Board and Owner, The Greenway Team

here was a quote from the speeches and the bluster of the political conventions this year that stayed with me. One of the lesser introductory speakers said,T “we need leaders who are focused on “results, not ideology.” With the passing of Joe Shoemaker, a trails champion and mentor, those words struck home. Champions and Partners Recently I attended Joe’s memorial service. It was on the banks of the South Platte River in Denver on the Greenway that he championed in the early 1970s. Back then the river was a foul dumping ground, a joke really. The Platte River Greenway has encouraged new parks as well Few saw its potential. Joe, a (fiscally) conservative as urban renewal; photo by Stuart Macdonald Republican, joined forces with Denver Mayor Bill were focused on relatively modest accomplishments. They McNichols, a Democrat, to transform the river corridor. set the goal of “Making the Platte a People Place” along The speakers, some of Joe’s colleagues from the “old the length of river from city limit to city limit. days” from both parties, talked about how Joe “got things But, once the Greenway was in place through Denver, done” including parks, greenways, and water projects— communities to the north and south wanted the same and public investments. They talked about how he could pool worked to extend the Greenway. Ultimately, the greenway the best from divergent political sides into results for the model, championed by the Urban Drainage and Flood common good. For instance, he partnered with engineer Control District as well as state and national grant pro- Ken Wright, a staunch Democrat, to create a flood hazard grams, expanded regionally into a 600-mile network. The reduction agency— a model for many cities today. concept spread across the state, and similar greenway Going Viral: Catalytic action will change the world efforts, inspired and enabled to a large part by Joe’s suc- cess, began to appear across the American landscape. Joe’s Platte River Greenway vision and accomplishment Fast forward 40 years, and witness the Pearl River Delta was relatively humble in its beginnings. There was no project in Shenzhen, China, where the governor declared conscious national or global objective. He and his cohorts the “Year of the Greenway.” In this region the Chinese are building over a thousand kilometers of interconnected trails and green spaces serving tens of millions of resi- dents in Guangdong Province. (See “China Launches Greenway Project,” by Steve Han, in the Spring 2012 issue of American Trails Magazine.) The Greenway was catalytic in another very important way. It was pivotal in initiating billions of dollars in pri- vate investment and redevelopment along a lengthy, fal- low corridor. I’ve been told the return on investment of the initial public and philanthropic funds is more than 100 fold. Results– not ideology! Seeking connections: many miles of trails along the Platte River; Read more about Joe Shoemaker and the Platte River photo by John Pflaum Greenway at www.AmericanTrails.org/memorial.

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