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Blue Trails

Protecting watersheds, connecting communities

Blue trails, the water equivalent to hiking trails, come in all shapes and sizes and are used by paddlers, anglers, hikers, and those just seeking a bit of solitude. American Rivers is forging partnerships with land trusts and other local groups to create blue trails as an innovative way to protect clean water and critical riverside lands, while promoting river recreation, sustainable economic development, and community pride.