Introduction

• 2: Greenways—the "green road" solution.

  One of the most effective ways to address the need to set aside open space is to mobilize local communities into taking a proactive, determined role in conserving land in their own town or city. In essence, redefining 'community' as 'livable',  'sustainable', and 'beautiful' rather than just 'commercial.' Community greenways are a powerful means of achieving this end. Greenways function like "green roads." They link separate communities together via green space as opposed to auto-centric pavement.  And because greenways transcend local boundaries, they promote regional cooperation. This cooperation encourages a momentum of will and pride dedicated to preservation of resources that are vital to the community. The dynamic viability of greenway projects can be observed in the amazing success of the Appalachian Trail and the Long Trail, among others. 

  Likewise, the New England Trail Project is one more model for the eventual widespread creation of greenways in every town and city in the Northeast.
  

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