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June, 2023
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An $1.8 Million Investment New York's Public Lands and Grassroots Groups
PTNY's recent announcement of $1.8 million in Park and Trail Partnership Grant awards is creating joy for grassroots groups and outdoor enthusiasts throughout the state!...
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Welcome, Azalea! Meet PTNY's Summer Intern
Azalea, a rising junior studying Environmental Science and Policy at Marist College, is excited to support the PTNY Team as an intern this summer. We're excited, too!...
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Roll Out the Welcome Mat for Cycle the Erie Canal!
Parks & Trails New York's Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour will bring 700 cyclists through Erie Canalway Trail communities this July for its 25th Anniversary. Read on to see how your canal community can persuade cyclists to stop and visit, and ways to roll out the "hometown hospitality" red carpet!...
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April, 2023
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Canalway Trail system received over 10 million visits during COVID-19
Data from the last five years indicate that the Canalway Trail system was vital during pandemic, and usage remains strong with 3.55 million visits per year....
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March, 2023
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When Jim Met Amy: A Cycle the Erie Canal Love Story
When Jim and Amy decided to join PTNY's Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour as solo travelers, finding love was the last thing on their minds... But long, sunny days out on the trail and shared adventures brought these bike-lovers together. Nearly one year later, they've got big plans in mind....
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Discover our State Parks and Historic Sites through these New Mobile Tours
Enhance your visit to New York's state parks, historic sites, and public lands with engaging self-guided tours that are easily accessible from your mobile device!...
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Women’s History Along the Erie Canal
What do bloomers have to do with bike tours? Check out this article on women's history along the Erie Canalway Trail to find out....
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The Green Scarf Brigade Seeks Sustained Investments in Parks
Last week, PTNY and our partners at the Open Space Institute were joined by 60 Friends, partners, and advocates at the capitol to celebrate the 17th anniversary of Park Advocacy Day. Thank you to all who met us in Albany to connect with our state's decision-makers and give a voice to our state parks and public lands....
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Welcome, Paul!
Curious about our new addition? Check out our interview and get to know Paul Steely White!...
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Genesee Valley Trail Towns Invest in People and Places
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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