Creating Welcoming, Enjoyable Trails for All
Discover ways and resources to promote positive trail experiences. Hear from the national coalition behind Trails are Common Ground whose goal is to create a respectful, inclusive, safe, and enjoyable environment every time anyone steps, rides or rolls onto the trail. Then hear from local groups who weave trail etiquette and safety into their education and programs
Organization
Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Publication Date
2022
Location
Wisconsin
Topic
IDEA
Infrastructure
Participation
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Equestrian
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Hunting
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
Related Resources
2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Parking Spaces/Community Places
This resource describes approaches that can help communities explore new, flexible parking policies that can encourage growth and balance parking needs with other goals.
2014 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Flood Resilience Checklist
This flood resilience checklist helps communities evaluate if their community is prepared for a flood. This checklist includes strategies to improve flood resilience and strategies to conserve land.
American Trails
National Recreational Trails
A designation by the U.S. Secretary for the Department of Interior provides many benefits including access to technical assistance and preference for some funding sources.
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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