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Get Outside and Hike – Doctor’s Orders!

By P. Glenn “Doc” Tremml, MD I need to get outside before something terrible happens! Really. Last year, I hiked three to four times per week for six months in preparation to thru-hike the 1,300 mile Florida National Scenic Trail, …

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The Use of Eminent Domain in the Completion of the National Trails System

By Jim Kern, President, Hiking Trails for America Throughout 2018 the hiking community will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the passage of the 1968 National Trails Systems Act.  There were two major parts to the Act. Congress provided the …

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The Use of Eminent Domain in the Completion of the National Trails System

By Bruce E. Matthews, Retired Executive Director, North Country Trail Association The condemnation of private lands for public use (eminent domain) was widely practiced by the National Park Service from its inception through the 1970’s in carrying out Congressionally-approved authorizations …

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The Key to Success in Closing Trail Gaps Lies in Partnerships

By Dana Brown, Environmental and Land Conservation Attorney The opportunity to close the existing trail gaps in the Florida National Scenic Trail (FT) is rapidly shrinking. With intense population growth continuing in Florida, the chances of purchasing or preserving remote …

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Guest Blog – Jim Kern’s Speaking Session Video, by Laura Abel, Digital Media Consultant

Many thanks to all who have signed our petition to close the gaps in our national hiking trails. Keep sharing the petition link with others.  This is a long term mission and there is progress each day. Important news!  We …

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