From kevin at indianatrails.org Fri Aug 1 10:28:27 2008 From: kevin at indianatrails.org (Kevin Heber) Date: Fri, 01 Aug 2008 10:28:27 -0700 Subject: [IndianaTrails] Greenways at the State Fair Message-ID: <20080801102827.bowqb3dxic4s8g08@www.indianatrails.org>

It's State Fair Time Again! August 6th - 17th

In 2007, the Greenways Foundation, with the help of many avid trails volunteers, told countless visitors to he Indiana State Fair about the progress that had been made all over Indiana in the development of trails and greenways. And we asked for their support of linear parks in their communities. The Foundation has agreed to help get the word out again this year by providing and manning the same two booths, one in the Department of Natural Resources Building, the other at the InShape Indiana pavilion.

The message of progress we have to provide to Hoosiers from all over the State this year will be even more exciting than last. We will be able to talk about the nearly 150 miles of abandoned rail line that has been purchased since the last Fair. And more importantly, we will be able to tell people about the twenty-eight projects that have recently been funded by DNR grants. Because of these developments there is a real sense of progress and anticipation that you can help impart to Hoosier citizens who are curious about what trails and greenways will mean to their town, city or county.

Just like last year, we need knowledgeable, enthusiastic trails and greenways supporters to staff the booths. For volunteering for one or more four-hour shifts, you get free admission to the Fair. Plus, you get a shirt. First-time volunteers will receive a Greenways Foundation golf shirt. For those who volunteered last year, you get a commemorative Greenways Foundation Monon Anniversary t-shirt. You also get the satisfaction of helping your fellow citizens understand the wonderful benefits of Hoosiers on the Move, the State's trails and greenways plan.

Please sign up as a volunteer today.? There are several days and shifts to choose from. Provide all the information on the form, including your shirt size. We will mail your free admission ticket to you and have your shirt waiting for you at the booth. Along with your ticket, we will send you a brief outline of how to present Hoosiers On The Move and the wonderful progress that has been made this year.

Thanks for being an important?part of the trails movement in Indiana!

The Greenways Foundation
(317) 848-7855
greenwaysfoundation at greenwaysfoundation.org
www.greenwaysfoundation.org

From kevin at indianatrails.org Fri Aug 1 10:38:06 2008 From: kevin at indianatrails.org (Kevin Heber) Date: Fri, 01 Aug 2008 10:38:06 -0700 Subject: [IndianaTrails] Greenways at the State Fair Message-ID: <20080801103806.6hxs5rmvk8ksssss@www.indianatrails.org> It's State Fair Time Again! August 6th - 17th In 2007, the Greenways Foundation, with the help of many avid trails volunteers, told countless visitors to he Indiana State Fair about the progress that had been made all over Indiana in the development of trails and greenways. And we asked for their support of linear parks in their communities. The Foundation has agreed to help get the word out again this year by providing and manning the same two booths, one in the Department of Natural Resources Building, the other at the InShape Indiana pavilion. The message of progress we have to provide to Hoosiers from all over the State this year will be even more exciting than last. We will be able to talk about the nearly 150 miles of abandoned rail line that has been purchased since the last Fair. And more importantly, we will be able to tell people about the twenty-eight projects that have recently been funded by DNR grants. Because of these developments there is a real sense of progress and anticipation that you can help impart to Hoosier citizens who are curious about what trails and greenways will mean to their town, city or county. Just like last year, we need knowledgeable, enthusiastic trails and greenways supporters to staff the booths. For volunteering for one or more four-hour shifts, you get free admission to the Fair. Plus, you get a shirt. First-time volunteers will receive a Greenways Foundation golf shirt. For those who volunteered last year, you get a commemorative Greenways Foundation Monon Anniversary t-shirt. You also get the satisfaction of helping your fellow citizens understand the wonderful benefits of Hoosiers on the Move, the State's trails and greenways plan. Please sign up as a volunteer today at: http://www.indianatrails.org/sfcontact.htm There are still several days and shifts available. Provide all the information on the form, including your shirt size. We will mail your free admission ticket to you and have your shirt waiting for you at the booth. Along with your ticket, we will send you a brief outline of how to present Hoosiers On The Move and the wonderful progress that has been made this year. Thanks for being an important?part of the trails movement in Indiana! The Greenways Foundation (317) 848-7855 greenwaysfoundation at greenwaysfoundation.org www.greenwaysfoundation.org From MSweat at dnr.IN.gov Mon Aug 4 13:03:53 2008 From: MSweat at dnr.IN.gov (Sweat, Melody A.) Date: Mon, 4 Aug 2008 16:03:53 -0400 Subject: [IndianaTrails] (no subject) Message-ID: <4D5A6466A6DDEA48B8A57C00AA8180090424F903@IOTEVSP06VW.shared.state.in.us> Attached you will find the registration brochure for our 2nd Annual Health by Design Conference, Balanced Transportation for Healthier Communities , to be held on Monday, September 8, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis. We are very excited about the day's agenda, which will include sessions on the Economic Costs of Physical Inactivity, Moving from Car Dependent to Balanced Transportation, Complete Streets Policy, Influencing Funding Policy, Multi-Modal Transportation Systems, and a Mass Transit Systems Panel; the day will conclude with a biking and walking tour of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. This event will educate, influence decision-making, and generate action regarding the links between urban form, transportation systems, and public health as we work to create built environments that foster healthy living. We ask for your assistance in sharing this email and promoting this opportunity with your colleagues, professional associates, and community leaders. Please don't hesitate to be in touch with any questions or for additional information. We look forward to seeing you on September 8th! Kim Kim Irwin, MPH, CHES Chair, Health by Design Executive Director, Alliance for Health Promotion 401 West Michigan Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 Direct line: 317.352.3844 ACSM Phone: 317.637.9200 x 152 Fax: 317.634.7817 kirwin at acsm.org www.healthbydesignonline.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: http://indianatrails.org/pipermail/list_indianatrails.org/attachments/20080828/929755fb/attachment.html From steve at biketraffic.org Thu Aug 28 12:14:51 2008 From: steve at biketraffic.org (Steven Buchtel) Date: Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:14:51 -0500 Subject: [IndianaTrails] A New Path Forward - A NW Indiana/Chicago Southland Business Forum on Trail-Based Community Development Message-ID: [Note: invite your community development contacts, too! - sb] A New Path Forward A Southland Business Forum on the Economic Promise of Trail Development Tuesday, September 30, 2008 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Doubletree Hotel Chicago Alsip 5000 W. 127th Street, Alsip, IL Across the country and right next door, private and public partnerships are generating sustainable and resilient economic growth through multi-use trail system development, while improving quality of life and lessening environmental impact: A Triple Bottom Line. With corridors in place for a regional trail network, the Chicago Southland is poised for the same transformation. The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau invites you to join business, community development, and local leaders on Tuesday, September 30 at the Doubletree Hotel Chicago Alsip as we learn from national and regional experts how we can move forward into an era of trail-based Triple Bottom Line development. Join us in exploring a new path forward for the Southland region! Featured Speakers: Ray Irvin, former Bicycle Coordinator, Indiana Department of Transportation Ray led the development of Indianapolis's Monon Trail [ http:// http://www.indygreenways.org/monon/monon.htm ] and the innovative public/private partnerships that have made the Monon Trail a strategic community development tool for the Indianapolis metro area. Terry Eastin, Arkansas River Trail's Medical Mile Terry was instrumental in forming the Medical Mile [ http://www.americantrails.org/resources/health/medmile06.html ] by redefining trails as health infrastructure and reaching out to health care and corporations as wellness partners. Ron Carter, President of the Greenways Foundation Ron directs the Greenways Foundation [ http://www.indygreenways.org/ ], an Indiana-based foundation that develops trail infrastructure through community development partnerships. Ginny Sullivan, New Routes Coordinator, Adventure Cycling Association Ginny coordinated the creation of the Underground Railroad Route [ http://www.adventurecycling.org/ugrr/ ], the first system of bicycle routes and maps that explore African-American history from Alabama to Ontario. Stephen Wolter, Executive Director, Eppley Institute for Parks and Public Lands, Indiana University A nationally respected researcher in trails' impact on the Triple Bottom Line, Stephen's current research includes a seminal study on trails' economic impact and the characteristics and usage patterns that affect it [ http://info.hper.indiana.edu/sb/page/normal/1282.html ]. emcees: Jim Garrett, Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Michael Scholefield, Chicago Southland Economic Development Council Registration Registration is only $30.00 per person by Wednesday, September 24; continental breakfast and lunch included. Please save your place by pre-registering with the form provided here: http://www.visitchicagosouthland.com/microsites/Path_Forward_Registration_Fo rm.pdf or by contacting the Chicago Southland CVB at 708-895-8200. 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