Kevin

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Rails With Trails Movement

rails with trail petition

Add Trails Alongside New Railroad Lines Some things just make a lot of sense. I’m all in favor of adding new rail lines. But as long as they’re building those lines, it makes perfect sense to build trails alongside them. And I’m not the only one who feels that way. There’s a national group that …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/01/21/rails-with-trails-movement/

Is Damascus, Virginia the Real Trail Town?

trail town u.s.a.

Seven Trails, One Town Many towns call themselves “Trail Town USA.” But for my money, Damascus, Virginia has a pretty good claim to the title. For one thing, seven major trails come together in Damascus. Six of those trails come together in the parking lot of Mojoes Trailside Coffee House. Can you imagine the stories …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/01/20/is-damascus-virginia-the-real-trail-town/

Trail Hiking & Backpacking Boost Creativity

Trails Versus Tech: Trails Win Recent research shows that backpackers scored 50% better on creativity tests after spending four days on the trail disconnected from electronic gadgets. WebMD article reveals that connecting to nature and disconnecting from electrical distractions provides a pretty significant boost in creative juices. Is there no end to the ways that …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/01/18/trail-hiking-backpacking-boost-creativity/

Trail Classes Offered By Ontario Trails Council

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School of Trails How would you like to major in trails at college? Where do I sign up? Since I’ve already got my quota of degrees, it’s too late for me. But if you’re interested in a trails education program, the Ontario Trails Council has just the syllabus for you. Ontario Trails Training and Education …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/01/16/trail-classes/

Owyhee Uplands Backcountry Byway

trail map for Owyhee byway

Idaho Byway Becomes Oregon Trail Thanks to Jim for posting a new trail on Trailsnet.com. Jim posted a description & map of the Owyhee Uplands Backcountry Byway. An excerpt from the trail post follows: The Byway is 103 miles long and consists of gravel and paved roads that are suitable for passenger vehicles. This region …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/01/14/owyhee-uplands-backcountry-byway/

Cool Cat on the Trail

head band & neckie

Trail Fashion Meets Trail Function It’s not easy to find trail products that are fashionable, versatile and functional in all four trail seasons. But here at Trailsnet, we have discovered the Cool Cat. The Cool Cat is a head band, wrist band, balaclava, neck protector, head cover and face guard… all in one great product. …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2013/01/13/cool-cat-on-the-trail/