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We will be rolling out a much more in-depth Advocacy program soon, but the actions below can get you pointed in the right direction and offer some new ideas for all those wanting to stand up for trails.
BOOST THE SIGNAL AND SHARE
Organize community hikes, bike rides, or nature walks to increase visibility and support. Get in touch if you want to coordinate activities with Friends.
Use social media to share trail maps, success stories, and upcoming events. We’re on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky now!
GET INVOLVED WITH ADVOCACY GROUPS
- Attend meetings of local trail committees and trail-related groups. And Friends is launching a larger Advocacy Group for Trails soon: sign up for our newsletter to ensure you are in the loop!
- Attend Friends’ Trail Development meetings in local communities where we are planning trails. Speaking up in these meetings can make a huge difference!
ENGAGE WITH THE COMMUNITY AND DECISION-MAKERS
Speak at public meetings, write op-eds in support of trails, or sign petitions saying that you want to see more support for trail development, maintenance, and programming.
Call, email, or send letters to your representatives, drop into their regional offices and speak to their staffers, attend their town halls, speak to them at public events. Let them know you want to see funding dedicated to outdoor recreation, trails, and alternative transportation. Not sure who your city, municipal, county, PA House and Senate, and US House and Senate representatives are? Find out here.
