Economics of Trails Webinars

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Economic Benefits of High Impact, Destination Trails: Lessons Learned from Across the U.S.

Upcoming: September 10, 2026

This webinar will explore trail economic impact typologies using a case study of a developing trail.

Turning Trail Work Into Measurable Impact: Trailfunds in Action

Upcoming: August 27, 2026

Following the introductory Trailfunds webinar, this session takes a practical, hands-on look at how organizations are using the platform to plan, document, and communicate stewardship work.

Turning Trail Work Into Measurable Impact

June 25, 2026

This webinar introduces a new approach to stewardship operations, one that connects field work directly to measurable outcomes.

Trails Town Hall: Passing the Legacy Restoration Fund Extension

June 24, 2026

Trails Town Hall on the extension of the National Parks and Public Lands Legacy Restoration Fund.

Mapping What Matters: Using Ripple Effects Mapping to Reveal the Full Story of Trails Work

June 11, 2026

In this webinar, you'll see Ripple Effects Management (REM) in action through two real examples used to help demonstrate the value of their work to funders and policymakers, and more.

Projecting the Economic Impact of Future Trails: DIY Forecasting Tools for Communities

November 06, 2025

This webinar focuses on practical, do-it-yourself ways to project the future economic significance and impact of new, expanded, or enhanced trail systems— even when little to no trail user data exists.

Helping Communities Tell Their Outdoor Recreation Economic Story

September 11, 2025

Learn how the Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation developed a written guide and implemented a program that equips communities and organizations to collect and analyze data necessary to calculate their economic impact.

Economic Benefits (and More) of Horse Trails in the American Economy

July 17, 2025

Learn about considerations on how your community can leverage the horse community to advocate for investments in the space that can get you the ROI needed.

Economic Benefits of Mountain Biking in the U.S.

May 15, 2025

This webinar will present the findings from a study conducted to better understand the economic benefits of mountain biking in the U.S. and will also identify potential challenges that outdoor recreation communities face regarding increased visitation and suggests considerations and re-sources to mitigate them.

Connecting Recreational Benefits with Transmission Corridors

March 20, 2025

Researchers will share their findings, including case studies and best practices, and discuss how co-locating recreational amenities alongside transmission infrastructure can enhance community well-being, generate sustainable economic growth, and improve local wildlife habitat and ecosystems.

Making the Case for Tourism-Oriented Mountain Bike and Adaptive Recreation

March 13, 2025

This presentation provides an overview of an economic impact analysis for an accessible tourism-oriented mountain bike trail network in Tennessee’s State Park system.

Innovative Development of a Year-Round, Destination Trail System in a Rural Area

December 12, 2024

Learn about one organization’s innovative approach to building and maintaining a trail system that serves as a model for communities around the country.

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