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IN MEMORIAM
Hosted by AmericanTrails.org
In remembrance of the people who have made a contribution to our country's legacy of trails, greenways, and open spaces. See the alphabetical list below of people honored in this area of the American Trails website; or scroll down to see photos and links to articles. The most recent entries are at the top; older ones further down the page.
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In remembrance of the advocates for trails and a better America
Click on the photos or the "See more information..." link to read articles about each person
Dale Shewalter
Dale was known as the "Father of the Arizona Trail" and guiding spirit for the Arizona Trail Association. Dale had a vision of a continuous path across Arizona, and in 1985 he undertook a journey on foot across the state.
George Cardinet
George was an avid equestrian and advocate for the preservation of public open space and trails. His work in the 1940's in Contra Costa County, CA became the model for the California State Ridiing and Hiking Trails Plan and later led to California State trails acts in 1945 and again in 1974.
Jessica Terrell
Jessica had been the state trail coordinator for the Department of Natural Resources in New Mexico, and held the same position in Missouri. She was proud of being selected to participate in the American Frontiers Expedition team.
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Dale Lloyd
Dale Harvey Lloyd was the husband of Kay Lloyd, who served as American Trails Chair for several years. Dale, like Kay, was an avid snowmobiler and advocate for trails of all kinds.
Brian O'Neill
Mr. O'Neill, who was put in charge of the 75,500-acre recreation area in 1986, was one of the longest tenured superintendents in the National Park Service and perhaps the most influential.
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John Roth
A Missouri trail advocate, John Roth was a volunteer with the US Forest Service for several years. He is best known for his tremendous work on the the planning and development of the Ozark Trail.
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Bill Bliss
In 2006 Bill received the Lifetime Service Award from American Trails. He conducted a never-ending crusade for safer trails, bicycling, and bicycling facilities until he was tragically killed when hit from behind by a motor vehicle June 24, 2005 while riding his bicycle across the country.
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Tammy Jamieson
Tammy worked for the Town of Silverthorne, CO for 14 years, a treasured and respected member of the Town’s management team and in the trails community in Colorado. Tammy left a lasting legacy in the parks, trails and open space features that she created during her tenure.
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Bill Spitzer
As the National Park Service's Recreation Resources division chief and later Assistant Director for Recreation and Conservation, Bill played multiple roles in building the trails movement nationally. He was a river enthusiast and enjoyed canoeing on the Potomac and C&O canal near his home.
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