OUR TRAILS NEED YOU AND NOW IS THE TIME!

NOW IS THE TIME: LET OUR VOICES BE HEARD LIKE NEVER BEFORE!

By Del Albright

Right now — before the summer chaos hits, while clubs and groups are gearing up for events, fundraisers, and land use battles — is the time to ACT.

Our trails are on the table. Some are threatened. Some are already locked up. Others are barely hanging on. Some have been reopened! But together, we can help the new Administration and supportive elected officials keep the rubber on the dirt and the access in our hands. The key? More voices. More hands. More of YOU.

LET’S MAKE IT HAPPEN:

Join a land use organization: Whether it’s national, regional, statewide, or your local club — we need numbers and muscle.
Get on a committee: Policy is shaped by those who show up.
Volunteer for trail maintenance: Sweat equity matters.
Donate or fundraise: Advocacy isn’t free — but a locked gate costs way more in the long run.
Speak up on social: Be loud. Be visible. Be positive. Your voice influences others.

WHY NOW?

Because public land policies are shifting faster than ever. Because recreational use is growing. Because agencies are setting their summer priorities right now — and if we’re not at the table, we’re on the menu.

TRAIL ACCESS IS NOT A GUARANTEE — IT’S A FIGHT

And it’s one we can win. But it takes more than just enjoying the ride. It takes standing up, speaking out, and showing the world that our trails are worth protecting. And it takes JOINING organized recreation associations/groups.

Let your commitment be known — get involved before the gates are closed.

Learn more, join up, and take action at www.delalbright.com