Genesee Valley Trail Towns Invest in People and Places

Posted on 10th March, 23

The Villages of Perry and Geneseo, two of the communities involved in the Genesee Valley Trail Town initiative, have been selected for the state’s premier economic development programs, furthering the goals of these communities to serve as hospitality hubs and destinations for art, architecture, and adventure in the Genesee Valley region....

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Parks & Trails New York Announces New Executive Director

Posted on 15th February, 23

Paul Steely White is the new executive director of Parks & Trails New York. The appointment comes after an extensive search started in November 2022 when PTNY’s long-standing visionary leader, Robin Dropkin, announced her retirement....

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Exploring Abolition Along the Empire State Trail

Posted on 7th February, 23

Discover the challenging history of slavery–and the movement to abolish it in NYS–through the lens of the Empire State Trail....

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Those Bikes with the Fat Tires...

Posted on 7th February, 23

Ever heard of a fatbike? Or maybe you are more familiar with the term fat tire bike....

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​Six Improved NY Trails and Pathways

Posted on 6th February, 23

From creeksides to mountaintops, PTNY has helped fund many exciting trail projects in NYS. Check out these examples of some recent projects we're sure you'll enjoy....

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PTNY Pets Takeover!

Posted on 10th January, 23

During the last week of 2022, we had our PTNY pets take over our social media account! See what they had to say about our work....

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Inaugural Cycle the Hudson Valley kicks off July 29

Posted on 8th January, 23

The inaugural Cycle The Hudson Valley bike tour begins July 29 and wends its way 200 miles south along the Empire State Trail to end in New York City a week later....

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Awards Give Boost to Greenway Trails Across the State

Posted on 29th December, 22

Check out this sampling of greenway trails that were awarded funding through the Regional Economic Development Initiative at the end of 2022. From improved routing of the Empire State Trail through Rome to the extension of the Harlem Valley Rail Trail to upgraded trailheads across the state, greenway trails are getting a boost this year....

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Long-Time Parks & Trails New York Executive Director Robin Dropkin to Retire in 2023

Posted on 2nd December, 22

Parks & Trails New York announced the planned retirement in 2023 of its long-time Executive Director, and distinguished environmental advocate, Robin Dropkin....

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Double the Bicycling Adventure

Posted on 2nd December, 22

Cycle the Hudson Valley bike tour joins the popular Cycle the Erie Canal tour, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, as a fun, easy way to explore the Empire State Trail....

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