[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 7]
[Senate]
[Page 8961]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          NATIONAL TRAILS DAY

  Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today in recognition of National 
Trails Day, which will be celebrated on June 3. One of this country's 
greatest natural treasures is its trails. Trails offer an opportunity 
for people of all ages to recreate, exercise and explore the great 
outdoors. Oftentimes they are a reflection of our history--a link to 
our past that allows us to literally follow in the footsteps of those 
who came before us.
  Since its inception in 1993, National Trails Day has increased the 
awareness of trails in our communities, and it has also provided 
support to the volunteer trail clubs that do so much to enhance the 
access and enjoyment of our trails. I extend my thanks to the 
volunteers who put forth so much time, passion and energy into 
maintaining the 200,000 miles of trails we are fortunate to call our 
own.
  The theme for this year's National Trails Day celebration is 
``Experience Your Outdoors.'' From hiking and climbing to biking and 
horseback riding, there are many things we can do to experience our 
outdoors. I encourage all Americans to participate in National Trails 
Day and truly enjoy their outdoor experience.
  I know that many of my fellow Nevadans will be enjoying National 
Trails Day this year with celebrations scheduled at The John Day Trail 
and the Greenhorn Cutoff of the California National Historic Trail in 
Elko, The Pony Express Trail in Eureka, The Tahoe Rim Trail at Lake 
Tahoe, Condor Canyon in Caliente and the Spring Mountains National 
Recreation Area in Las Vegas to name a few.
  Nevada's trails are rich with history and uniquely beautiful. I 
invite you all to visit Nevada's trails and experience all that they 
have to offer.

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