Rails-to-Trails Conservancy works to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors to build healthier places for healthier people. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) is the nation’s leading advocate for trails and the only national organization devoted to converting unused railroad lines to multi-use trails. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy is dedicated to connecting people and communities by creating a nationwide network of public trails. With headquarters in Washington, D.C., and offices in California, Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Massachusetts, RTC is a nonprofit public charity carrying out a program of technical assistance and public education.

Description:
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) is a national nonprofit organization advocating for healthier lifestyles by creating a nationwide network of public trails, many from former rail lines and connecting corridors. RTC advocates at the local, state and national level for policies that support trails and greenways for transportation, recreation, conservation, and as an integral part of livable communities. RTC is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with state and regional offices around the country.

History:
RTC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with more than 100,000 members and supporters founded in 1986. In 20 years, we have created almost 15,000 miles of trails -- mostly on former railroad routes and traversing rural, suburban, and urban areas -- covering over 1,000 trails in almost all US States.

Contact people:

Anne Zuparko, Program Assistant, (phone), (email) Benjamin Gettleman, Manager Of Trail Development, (phone), (email)

Main office number: (415) 397-2220
Office fax number: (415) 397-2228

Address:

26 O'Farrell Street, Suite 400 San Francisco, CA 94108 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.railstotrails.org

Directions:

Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Powell BART,   Walk distance (in minutes): 5

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	enrolled in college or have one year of office experience
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No

Overall Experience   
Great people, place, and purpose.

My first day volunteering at Rail-to-Trails Conservancy was interesting, fun, and rewarding. The staff is dedicated to their pupose and let you dive right away. posted by krausemk on May 10, 2004