Federal Transportation Bill Stuck in D.C. Traffic

Posted on 15th September, 15

In late July, the U.S. Congress avoided an interruption of vital transportation funding by passing a short-term extension of the current transportation funding legislation. The big question is, what's next?...

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Welcome to our New Website. Visit www.ptny.org today!

Posted on 12th August, 15

We're excited to share our new website, which has been a year in the making. Let us know what you think! ...

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Looking for Good Ideas

Posted on 7th August, 15

Public input will play a central role in updating the Canal Recreationway Plan, a long-term framework for development of recreational opportunities throughout the Canal system. Share your ideas today. ...

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Cycle the Erie Canal - Better Than Ever!

Posted on 6th August, 15

The 2015 edition of PTNY's Cycle the Erie Canal was a smashing success, with approximately 600 riders making their way across the state on the historic Erie Canalway Trail....

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Bicyclists Bring Business Events Roll into Schenectady

Posted on 6th August, 15

Learn how to attract and profit from the growing number of bicycle tourists to the Erie Canalway Trail. ...

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PTNY Grant Boosts Friends Group’s Helping Hand

Posted on 6th August, 15

The Friends of Allegany State Park, with help from a PTNY Growing the Grassroots Grant, has taken on several important projects since 2012, including the rehabilitation of park cabins, construction of picnic areas, and landscaping and general upkeep of park facilities....

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Don't Let the Land and Water Conservation Fund Expire

Posted on 6th August, 15

The Land and Water Conservation Fund is set to expire on September 30. Tell Congress and the President to do the right thing for your public lands - don't let our most important conservation and outdoor recreation program expire! Sign and share this petition before time runs out....

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Volunteer Opportunities Abound on the Canalway Trail

Posted on 6th August, 15

Would you like to lend a hand in maintaining your favorite section of the Canalway Trail? Or maybe share your knowledge of a favorite trail section and local attractions with visitors to the trail? ...

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Ready, Set, Cycle!!!

Posted on 29th July, 15

More than 600 cyclists from 36 states and as far away as Australia are poised to begin the adventure of a lifetime on Parks & Trails New York's 17th annual Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour....

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New Cycling the Erie Canal guidebook hits the shelves

Posted on 29th July, 15

More than 600 cyclists from 36 states and as far away as Australia are poised to begin the adventure of a lifetime on Parks & Trails New York's 17th annual Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour....

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