Fayette Trails Coalition
Welcome to the Fayette Trails Coalition (FTC)
The Fayette Trails Coalition is an initiative of the National Road Heritage Corridor’s Department of Outdoor Recreation. Our work is currently focused on the Sheepskin Trail—a critical corridor that forms the foundation of Fayette County’s trail network.
While the long-term vision of the FTC includes supporting a countywide network of trails, our present efforts are concentrated on the Sheepskin Trail, working alongside Fayette County and local communities to build connections, enhance quality of life, and create opportunities through trail-based placemaking and engagement.
Our Mission
To improve active transportation and recreation opportunities in Fayette County by supporting and activating the Sheepskin Trail as the foundation for a broader, connected trail network. Through placemaking, advocacy, and community outreach, we aim to create safe, accessible spaces that strengthen communities and support local economies
While our current focus is on placemaking, advocacy, and community engagement along the Sheepskin corridor, our mission also includes celebrating local culture, interpreting our rich history, and offering educational opportunities that connect people to the land and one another. Our long-term vision is to help communities throughout the county link to one another, to local businesses, and to the outdoors through a sustainable and inclusive trail system and vibrant outdoor recreation economy.
Our Mission in Action
• Connecting Communities: The Sheepskin Trail links towns and public spaces, creating opportunities for shared experiences, local collaboration, and alternative transportation opportunities.
• Enhancing Well-Being: We encourage active lifestyles by supporting safe, accessible trail use for walking, biking, and outdoor recreation.
• Preserving Heritage: Through storytelling, interpretation, and design, we highlight the rich history and culture of Fayette County along the trail corridor.
• Supporting the Local Economy: We promote small businesses, trail towns, and tourism tied to the Sheepskin Trail to grow our outdoor recreation economy.
Current Focus: The Sheepskin Trail
The Sheepskin Trail is the spine of Fayette County’s future trail network. It connects local communities to larger trail systems like the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) and the Mon River Trails, forming part of the regional Parkersburg to Pittsburgh (P2P) route and the larger IHTC Trail Network.
Educational Programs
We offer workshops, history and nature-based programming, and community talks to inspire local engagement and a deeper connection to the places the Sheepskin Trail touches.
Community Events
Join us for guided hikes, volunteer workdays, historic presentations, bike rides, and stakeholder meetings that bring people together around the Sheepskin Trail.
Membership & Involvement
Membership in the Fayette Trails Coalition is open to individuals, municipalities, and organizations who want to support the Sheepskin Trail and its positive impact on our communities.
Click below to view or download our Membership Guide and Forms.
Looking Ahead
While our current work centers on the Sheepskin Trail, we believe in a future where the FTC can support a broader network of trails across Fayette County. Our mission today is to build a strong foundation—connecting people and communities through one trail town at a time.
Membership for Municipalities or Organizations:
If you represent a municipality or organization, please fill out the form below tailored to your needs to become part of our collaborative effort to enhance the Sheepskin Trail.
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