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911memorialtrail The 9/11 Trail is a 1,500-mile multi-use route that links the three locations impacted by 9/11/01.

The September 11th National Memorial Trail will be a tribute to all those who perished, and the heroic first responders, on September 11, 2001 in America’s single worst terrorist attack. The trail will serve as a symbol of the resiliency and character of the communities in which the victims and their families lived and worked. On that fateful day, nineteen al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four commerc

ial aircraft, crashing two aircraft into New York City’s World Trade Center Twin Towers; another aircraft plunged into the Pentagon, and the heroic passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 stopped a fourth airliner from striking the nation’s capitol by forcing it to crash land in a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Several days later, just blocks from the Pentagon and minutes from our Nations’ Capitol, conservation and recreation leaders from across the country convened to attend the “Mid-Atlantic Governors Conference on Greenways, Blueways and Green Infrastructure” at a nearby hotel less than a half-mile from the Pentagon. In the planning stage for nearly a year, it was decided that the conference should go on in the spirit that the terrorists would not disrupt our daily lives. The conference was a rousing success; the only dilemma being that those conference members planning to travel by air from across the country and abroad were prohibited from attending due to the restrictions on air travel. At the concluding forum one of the conference organizers presented the audience with the vision of establishing a multi-use trail as a perpetual remembrance of those heroes lost on that fateful day. The trail route would start from the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia proceeding to Shanksville, Pennsylvania, then across to New York City and back down to the Pentagon. It would be called the September 11th National Memorial Trail. The conference participants’ response was exciting and the concept moved forward. To explore the trail on an interactive tour, please visit:
http://dcnr.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?appid=621c3168fa1d4761a282ef8c19ecb1aa&webmap=e677b70818fe40759081e824278195ef

The September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance invites cyclists to participate in the 25th Anniversary Cycling Chal...
03/10/2026

The September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance invites cyclists to participate in the 25th Anniversary Cycling Challenge throughout 2026.

This year-long initiative commemorates the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, while connecting communities and cycling clubs along the 1,500+ mile 9/11 National Memorial Trail.

Participants can:
🇺🇸 Ride one event or multiple events
🇺🇸 Track miles throughout the year
🇺🇸 Earn awards and a commemorative challenge coin
🇺🇸 Honor heroes with every mile

Over 30 cycling events are part of this national challenge. Don't miss out on this national tribute!

Scan the QR code, or learn more and register today with the link below: https://www.911trail.org/go/challenge

Welcome the Alliance's New Corporate Sponsor, PITT OHIO! 🚛PITT OHIO has long demonstrated a commitment to the communitie...
03/10/2026

Welcome the Alliance's New Corporate Sponsor, PITT OHIO! 🚛

PITT OHIO has long demonstrated a commitment to the communities it serves, and its support will help further the mission of the 1,500+ mile 9/11 National Memorial Trail, which connects the nation's three 9/11 national memorials.

Corporate partnerships such as this play a vital role in maintaining and expanding the Trail while preserving its purpose as a place for reflection, remembrance, and connection.

The Alliance is grateful for PITT OHIO’s support and looks forward to working together to ensure the 9/11 National Memorial Trail's significance endures for future generations, providing a living tribute to the lives lost and a path of reflection and healing for all who travel along.

A new digital home for the 9/11 National Memorial Trail is now LIVE!Last night at 9:11 p.m., the Alliance officially lau...
03/05/2026

A new digital home for the 9/11 National Memorial Trail is now LIVE!

Last night at 9:11 p.m., the Alliance officially launched a newly reimagined website for the 1,500+ mile multi-use trail that connects the three 9/11 national memorials.

The new website brings forward expanded remembrance content, educational resources about September 11, and interactive tools to help visitors discover the Trail, points of interest, and the 20 National Park Service sites along the route.

Whether you walk, run, or ride, the Trail is a living memorial honoring the heroes of September 11 and connecting communities through shared remembrance.

🔗 Explore the new website: https://www.911trail.org/go/launch

Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Tour de Trail: Flight 93 Ride on September 12, 2026. Remember, Discover, Con...
02/19/2026

Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Tour de Trail: Flight 93 Ride on September 12, 2026. Remember, Discover, Connect!

Ride 24 miles through the Laurel Highlands and the Flight 93 National Memorial as we honor the 25th anniversary of September 11.

The Alliance is honored to welcome Debby Borza, mother of Deora Bodley — the youngest person aboard Flight 93 — who will share reflections with cyclists at the Memorial.

All proceeds support our mission to create and maintain a 1,500-mile trail connecting the three locations impacted by the events of 9/11.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.911trail.org/tour-de-trail-flight-93-memorial.html

Happy from the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance!“If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk,...
01/19/2026

Happy from the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance!

“If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”

― Martin Luther King Jr.

Because maybe someone really needed to see this photo of my father riding a bike today.

Happy New Year from the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance! As this year marks 25 years since September 11,...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance! As this year marks 25 years since September 11, we enter 2026 committed to our nation’s promise to Never Forget.

Remembering the stories, honoring the heroes, and carrying forward the legacy of resilience and unity that defines the 9/11 National Memorial Trail.

The Alliance hopes that everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Wishing all a safe and happy New Year’s Eve!Looking for...
12/31/2025

The Alliance hopes that everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Wishing all a safe and happy New Year’s Eve!

Looking forward to seeing you all on the 9/11 National Memorial Trail in 2026 as we commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

On September 11, 2001, our nation made a promise to Never Forget.But what about the new generation that wasn't here yet ...
12/08/2025

On September 11, 2001, our nation made a promise to Never Forget.
But what about the new generation that wasn't here yet to remember?

For many, the day lives vividly in their minds, with a clear memory of where they were when they heard the news. For younger generations, understanding 9/11 begins with shared history and a retelling of the day. The Alliance works tirelessly to ensure the heroes’ names, sacrifices, and legacies live on so that all future generations remember.

The article below offers guidance on how to talk about 9/11 with children — explaining what happened honestly, answering tough questions, and helping them process the emotions that come with the topic. Learn more below!

Students today have no memory of the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, so this year's anniversary poses unique challenges for educators and caregivers trying to explain what happened and why.

As Giving Tuesday comes to a close, the Alliance reflects on the stories that continue to guide the 9/11 National Memori...
12/02/2025

As Giving Tuesday comes to a close, the Alliance reflects on the stories that continue to guide the 9/11 National Memorial Trail.

Support today helps the Alliance’s efforts in prepare the Trail for the 25th Anniversary of September 11th in 2026. 🇺🇸

Contributions will support:
🪧 PA Signage Iniative
🧱 Completing 20-mile section near Flight 93 National Memorial
📓 Planning New Connections (Pottsville ➡️ Jim Thorpe, PA)

There’s still time to give! Donate via the link below.

911trail.org/support-the-trail

As the Alliance prepares the 9/11 National Memorial Trail for the 25th Anniversary of September 11th in 2026, offers s...
12/02/2025

As the Alliance prepares the 9/11 National Memorial Trail for the 25th Anniversary of September 11th in 2026, offers several ways to support this effort.

From contributing today to signing up for the TrailBlazer to volunteering or sharing the mission, each action plays a role in strengthening the 1,500-mile tribute connecting the three memorials.

Find your way to support at 911Trail.org! Or contribute today via 911trail.org/25th-anniversary-cycling-challenge!

On this Giving Tuesday, the Alliance honors the people and stories that shape the 1,500-mile 9/11 National Memorial Trai...
12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, the Alliance honors the people and stories that shape the 1,500-mile 9/11 National Memorial Trail. 🇺🇸

As the country prepares for the 25th Anniversary of September 11th in 2026, today’s support helps ensure the 9/11 Trail is ready to welcome all who come to remember, discover, and connect.

Every gift helps preserve the legacy carried across its 1,500 miles.

Contribute today with the link below!

911trail.org/support-the-trail.html

Thanks for supporting the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance this ! 🇺🇸

Great news for trails and public spaces!This month, Jersey City took a monumental step in approving a plan to preserve a...
11/24/2025

Great news for trails and public spaces!

This month, Jersey City took a monumental step in approving a plan to preserve and repurpose the 6th Street Embankment as a public green space and trail corridor. This will make a connection through Jersey City, almost to the waterfront, for both the East Coast Greenway Alliance and the 9/11 National Memorial Trail!

Learn more about this decades-long effort with the link below:

The Jersey City Council passes two ordinances up for 2nd reading to settle the 20-plus year legal battle over the 6th Street Embankment.

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