Speak Up for Trails

Why Advocacy

We cannot take trails for granted. When they are threatened with detrimental impacts, action is necessary through raising awareness, attending local municipal meetings, and traveling to Albany, Trenton, and Washington, D.C. to speak to elected and government officials. And so we advocate for the preservation of trails the Trail Conference has built and maintains, and the lands upon which trails are situated.


Advocacy Impact

When members of the Trail Conference have spoken up for trails, often working with partner organizations, great things have been accomplished.
Campaigns:
  • LG
  • Casino
  • Sterling Forest
Please see our News Center Advocacy News for the latest issues we are working on and to get involved.

Get Involved

The Advocacy Committee is made up of volunteers and staff members, who monitor government and community initiatives, draft position statements, conduct advocacy campaigns, and develop the Trail Conference’s annual advocacy agenda for Board approval. Members bring a broad range of experience and passion to support Trail Conference advocacy work. Please Contact Us


Government Contacts

New York

New Jersey

NJ Governor
NJ State Legislators (Senators and Assembly Members)

US Senators and House of Representatives