What is Trailnet?
Trailnet is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to lead in fostering healthy and active communities through innovative programs, planning, and policy that promote walking and bicycling throughout the St. Louis bi-state region.
Why is your name 'Trailnet'?
Trailnet was founded in 1988 to promote the St. Louis Riverfront Trail as one of the City's longest multi-use recreational trails. Since then, Trailnet has led or partnered in development of the bi-state regional trail network (get it, 'Trailnet'?). But we don't do Trail-networking any more. See What does Trailnet do?
What does Trailnet do?
Trailnet adheres to five core values: activity, sustainability, vision, collaboration and professionalism.
- Activity - Trailnet demonstrates, encourages and facilitates healthy lifestyles through our programs and activities.
- Sustainability - Trailnet organizes, promotes and models environmentally-friendly practices and behaviors throughout the region.
- Vision - Trailnet embraces a leadership role in generating and implementing creative ideas and strategies to accomplish our mission and engage individuals, families and organizations in new and more effective ways.
- Collaboration - Trailnet serves as a galvanizing force in the region to identify and bring together resources, organizations and ideas. Trailnet seeks partnerships to achieve our goals.
- Professionalism - Trailnet is accountable, ethical, respectful and financially sound. Trailnet sets high standards for themselves and their programs, delivers on their promises, and measures outcomes as a means of continuing improvement in all areas.
What doesn't Trailnet do?
Well, we don't build or maintain trails.
How do I become a member of Trailnet?
It's simple to become a Trailnet member. Click here to learn more.
You can also email Jason at jason@trailnet.org or call him at 314-436-1324 x103 and tell him you'd like to become a Trailnet member!
How do I volunteer for Trailnet?
Trailnet is always looking for partners who can contribute to our efforts to foster healthy and active communitites. Click here to sign up. Or contact Jason at jason@trailnet.org or call him at 314-436-1324 x103 and tell him you'd like to volunteer!
Can I contact Trailnet?
Click here for a staff directory.
How can I support Trailnet?
Trailnet needs support to deliver our programs and make the bi-state region more livable. The best thing that you can do is tell somebody else about Trailnet! Your personal testimony about Trailnet and your experiences with our work and staff is the best compliment you can give. And since Trailnet is a membership-supported nonprofit organization, becoming a member is a huge help. Click here to learn more about membership.
Not interested in membership? That's OK! You can also volunteer for Trailnet. Trailnet is always looking for friends who can give their time to something in which they believe. Click here to sign up.
How else can you support Trailnet? Well donations are always appreciated! Trailnet's online donation process is quick and easy and allow you to contribute to something greater than yourself. Click here to donate now!
Trailnet also sells lots of cool gear in the Trailnet Store. Your purchase in the Trailnet Store allows Trailnet to continue its work in making St. Louis a great place to bike, walk and live. Plus, you get some great schwag.
When is the next Trailnet bicycle ride?
Trailnet always has something going on. Check out the 'next big thing' on our calendar!
Where does the majority of Trailnet's work take place?
The majority of Trailnet's work focuses on the Missouri-Illinois bi-state region, but we also work with national partners working to promote and educate about healthy and active lifestyles. Check out Our Work to learn more about Trailnet and our partnerships.
Who benefits from Trailnet's work?
Trailnet's programming, policy and planning work benefits all residents of the Missouri-Illinois bi-state region. Find out more by checking out Our Work.
Can I put my events and cool stuff on Trailnet's calendar?
Promotional partnership packages are available for those organizations who would like to reach Trailnet's active audience. Contact info@trailnet.org to learn more.
My company wants to support Trailnet. Who should I contact?
Many companies believe in giving back to their communities. If you feel that your business or organization would like to support Trailnet, please contact Jason Willett at jason@trailnet.org or 314-436-1324 x 103.
I found a street/road/sidewalk in need of repair. What should I do?
Tell Trailnet! Our policy advocacy work may help in repairing some of these areas. Use the form found on our Advocacy Page.
Where can I ride my bike?
There are lots of places safe, secure trails and routes for you to ride. Click here for more information.