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Collaborates with agencies, non-profits, local businesses, and coalitions to create a safe, interconnected network of land and water trails that promotes healthier living and fosters community pride in Washington, D.C.'s Wards 7 and 8. We focus on serving the area's high percentage of children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities get onto trails, into parks, and connected to the Anacostia River. Through community walks, bike rides, cleanups, and educational events, we create opportunities for residents to experience nature, build relationships, and strengthen community ties.
Our vision is a thriving, cleaner, and greener community in Washington, D.C.'s Wards 7 and 8, where vibrant land and water trails connect residents, including children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, to parks, nature, and each other. This fosters joy, social connection, and community pride while mitigating environmental impacts, enhancing neighborhood resilience, and supporting family success through local initiatives.
Advance a safe, accessible, and interconnected network of land and water trails that connects residents to parks, nature, schools, jobs, local businesses, community resources, and regional destinations.
Promote active lifestyles, outdoor recreation, and social connection through community walks, bike rides, paddles, educational programs, and other activities that improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Ensure children, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and households without a car have safe, convenient, and efficient access to parks, trails, nature, community amenities, educational opportunities, services, and everyday destinations.
Leverage trails, green infrastructure, and community partnerships to support local businesses, workforce development, entrepreneurship, tourism, neighborhood revitalization, and equitable economic opportunity in Wards 7 and 8.
Protect and restore local waterways, parks, and natural spaces through education, volunteerism, cleanups, habitat restoration, and environmental initiatives, ensuring future generations inherit a cleaner, greener, and healthier community.
Together, we're creating opportunities for everyone to experience the health, recreation, and community benefits of trails.
Your donation to DC Go-Go Trails Collective supports our efforts to plant, care for, and protect trees in the national capital region. Help ensure everyone has access to the beauty and benefits that trees provide.
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