How the Empire State Trail Created a $1.87B Economy

<p>In this episode, Craig sits down with <strong>Dylan Carey</strong>, Director of Policy &amp; Planning at Parks &amp; Trails New York, to discuss the newly released economic impact report showing the trail network generates <strong>$1.87 billion annually</strong> for New York&#39;s economy.</p><p>From boosting local businesses and increasing property values to creating healthier communities and expanding tourism, Dylan explains why trails are far more than recreational amenities—they&#39;re powerful economic development tools. The conversation also explores trail-oriented development, bike-friendly communities, and the future vision for expanding interconnected greenway systems across New York and beyond.</p><p>🎧 <strong>Hosted by:</strong> Craig Della Penna </p><p>👤 <strong>Guest:Dylan Carey</strong> – Director of Policy &amp; Planning, Parks &amp; Trails New York</p><p><strong>Dylan Carey</strong> is the Director of Policy and Planning for Parks &amp; Trails New York, leading advocacy efforts to expand the state&#39;s greenway networks and support public lands. Leveraging a background in politics and government, he collaborates with local communities to maximize the economic impact of these resources and promote the Empire State Trail. </p><p>💡 What You&#39;ll Learn:</p><p>✔️ How the Empire State Trail generates <strong>$1.87 billion</strong> in annual economic impact</p><p>✔️ Why trails increase tourism, local business revenue, and property values</p><p>✔️ The role of trail-oriented development in community revitalization</p><p>✔️ What makes a bike-friendly business or bed &amp; breakfast successful</p><p>✔️ The future vision for expanding New York&#39;s statewide trail network</p><p>🎵 <strong>Whether you&#39;re an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!</strong></p><p><strong>💼 Connect with Dylan Carey:</strong></p><p>🌐 Website → https://www.ptny.org/</p><p>📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/parkstrailsny/</p><p>👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/parksandtrailsny</p><p>🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-carey-08611a76/</p><p>🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/parks-&amp;-trails-new-york/</p><p>🎧 <strong>Follow Craig Della Penna:</strong></p><p>🌐 Website → https://www.greenwaysolutions.org/</p><p>🌐 Website → https://www.northamptonrealtor.com/</p><p>🌐 Website →https://www.sugar-maple-inn.com/</p><p>📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/craigdp413/</p><p>🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdp/</p><p>📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 &amp; COMMENT 💬 Below!</p><p> ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate -<a href="https://iconsofrealestate.com/"> <u>https://iconsofrealestate.com/</u></a><br></p>