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CALL FOR SESSIONS!

As we celebrate 40 years of progress and innovation, we invite you to contribute to our upcoming event theme, 40 Years Strong: Progress, Partnerships, and the Path Forward.

We are seeking dynamic session proposals that reflect our achievements, highlight impactful partnerships, and explore future directions. Educational break-out sessions are one hour and cover the full range of trail and greenway topics, including trail planning, development and design, multi-agency and partnership collaboration, climate change and fire recovery, and trail safety. We encourage diverse perspectives and innovative approaches.
Session proposals are due November 22, 2024.

40 Years Strong: Progress, Partnerships, and the Path Forward

We are thrilled to announce our theme for California Trails & Greenways 2025: 40 Years Strong: Progress, Partnerships, and the Path Forward.

This year marks a significant milestone, celebrating four decades of dedication to protecting and enhancing California’s trails and greenways. We will reflect on the incredible progress we have made, honor the partnerships that have fueled our success, and look ahead to the exciting path forward.

Contribute to Our Success and Become a Sponsor at California Trails & Greenways 2025!

Our sponsors provide the critical support needed to offer this training every year. We strive to create a quality event that offers expert knowledge in relevant topics, hands-on training, partnerships, and ongoing conservation and access to our California trails. Join now to receive exclusive sponsorship benefits and opportunities. Check out the 2025 Sponsorship Guide for more information about sponsorship, exhibitor, and donation opportunities. Contact Victoria Stehl for more information at victoria@catrailsconference.org.

About the 2025 Local Host City: Pomona, California

Located in the Pomona Valley, between the Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley, the city of Pomona is named after the ancient Roman goddess of fruit. Though Pomona is situated in the middle of Southern California, it is only a 20-minute drive from San Antonio Canyon of Angeles National Forest where the range and 288 sunny days a year provide excellent hiking, mountain biking, and skiing opportunities. With a rich history, diverse population, thriving art scene, and top educational institutions, Pomona has something for everyone. Please see 2025 Local Host City: Pomona and Venue, Accommodations, and Travel for more information.

About California Trails & Greenways

California Trails & Greenways provides high-quality education and networking opportunities for urban, rural, and backcountry trail professionals. Join leading trail experts for training and discussions on the latest advances in trail design, construction, maintenance, interpretation, volunteerism, and management. Explore new, collaborative opportunities and engage in productive, meaningful, and inspiring dialogue.

California Trails & Greenways provides opportunities to:

  • Network with and talk directly to California's leading trail experts;
  • Collaborate with and find new partners to build support for trail endeavors;
  • Learn a full range of trail management, design, and construction topics in high-quality, innovative sessions;
  • Experience hands-on learning through day-long field workshops;
  • Explore exhibits featuring innovative trail-related products and services;
  • Strengthen your ability to effectively design, build, manage and promote California's trails;
  • Be inspired through keynote and plenary speakers and innovative trail projects throughout the state.

All activities are designed to increase the knowledge of trail, recreation and wild land management to improve non-motorized, recreational and heritage trail systems and programs throughout California.

This training by California State Parks and the California Trails Conference Foundation helps ensure effective trail stewardship for generations to come.

California Trails Conference Foundation

The California Trails Conference Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-deductible nonprofit organization that assists with the planning and operation of California Trails & Greenways, and serves as the event’s fiscal agent. All funds raised by the California Trails Conference Foundation are applied directly to event costs.