Topsfield Rail Trail Committee

“TLC” - Topsfield Linear Common

Danvers Bi-Peds

www.danversbipeds.org

The Danvers Bi-Peds is a citizens' advocacy group working to improve biking and walking conditions and promote safe ways to use these as viable means of transportation and recreation.

Related Links

Rail Trails Conservancy

http://www.railtrails.org/

Rail-trails provide places for cyclists, hikers, walkers, runners, inline skaters, cross-country skiers and physically challenged individuals to exercise and experience the many natural and cultural wonders of the nation's urban, suburban and rural environments. Rail-trails not only serve as independent community amenities, they also enhance existing recreational resources by linking neighborhoods and schools to parks, waterfronts, recreational centers and other facilities.

Coastal Trails Coalition

http://coastaltrails.org/

The Coastal Trails Coalition (CTC) is composed of citizens and communities in the Lower Merrimack Valley whose mission is to advocate for the Coastal Trails Network, a public system of interconnected bicycle and pedestrian trails that will enhance local recreation, conservation, education, and tourism opportunities. The CTC receives technical assistance and support from the National Park Service Rivers and Trails Program, the Essex National Heritage Commission and the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy.

 

Rail Trails Clearinghouse

http://www.trailsandgreenways.org/

The Clearinghouse, a project of Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), provides technical assistance, information resources and referrals to trail and greenway advocates and developers across the nation. Services are free and available to individuals, government agencies, communities, grassroots organizations and anyone else who is seeking to create or manage trails and greenways.

Border-to-Boston

www.BorderToBoston.org

The towns of Danvers, Wenham, Topsfield, Boxford, Georgetown, Newbury, Newburyport and Salisbury have joined together in a coalition for the purpose of presenting a long distance (29 mile) trail. The first Implementation Plan is now available for distribution.