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Trail-Building Toolbox

Learn the basics of trail-building and find the help you need for your trail. New to the Toolbox? Click on any of the topics below to get started.

 

 

 

 

Corridor Research >>
Active vs. Abandoned Corridors
Environmental Contaminants



Railbanking >>
History of Railbanking
Railbanking: What and Why?
How to Railbank
Example Railbanking Agreement



Acquisition >>
Corridor Valuation
Acquisition Methods
Salvaging Material
Financing/Funding



Outreach >>
The Railroad
Opposition & Neighbors
Public Agencies and Officials
Supporters


Plan, Design, Build >>
Tunnels - coming soon
Accessibility
Construction
Crossings
Design for User Type
Surface
Rail-with-Trail



Management & Maintenance >>
Liability/Trail Insurance
User Surveys

  Hot Topics

RTC's Early Warning System: Sign up to be informed about upcoming railroad abandonments in your area and receive resources to help you take advantage of railbanking.

Rail-with-Trail: Communities across the country are finding ways to share the right-of-way. Learn more about how trails and trains go hand-in-hand.

Trail Photos: Looking for just the right picture? Try these great resources:

National Transportation Enhancements Clearinghouse (NTEC) Image Library 

Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center Image Library 

American Trails Photo Galleries 


RTC Resources

RTC Trails and Greenways Publication Library: A complete list of our manuals, reports, and fact sheets.

Resource Database: Use our custom Google Search Engine to find publications and resources specific to your needs.

Ask Our Listserv: Join our listserv and connect with over 1,000 trail advocates, managers, and builders. Share your experiences and learn from the experts!

Trails Glossary and Acronyms


Additional Resources

National Trails Training Partnership 

National Transportation Enhancements Clearinghouse 

American Trails 

 

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