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Talbot Thrive<\/h1>\n

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A non-profit dedicated to promoting healthy and safe outdoor mobility for everyone living, working and visiting Talbot County, Maryland.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Talbot Thrive empowers healthier, more connected communities by promoting safe cycling, advocating for walkable environments, and educating the next generation on the importance of micromobility safety. Through grassroots advocacy, community events, and partnerships with local governments, we drive lasting change for a safer, more active Talbot County.<\/p>\n

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Advocating to Foster Change<\/b> \u2013 Championing policies and initiatives that support a thriving Talbot County. i.e. working with SHA, MDOT and local governments<\/p>\n

Communicating<\/b> \u2013 Ensuring our mission and work are clearly shared, engaging more people in our efforts. i.e creating awareness of local projects, problems and solutions<\/p>\n

Creating Community through Events<\/b> \u2013 Bringing people together to inspire collaboration and strengthen local connections. i.e. Tour de Talbot, Running & Walking Club, Rolling Rodeos, Art in Motion and more!<\/p>\n

Achieving Sustainability<\/b> \u2013\u00a0 Strengthen financial and volunteer support to sustain and grow impact<\/p>\n

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Talbot Thrive<\/h1>\n

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A non-profit dedicated to promoting healthy and safe outdoor mobility for everyone living, working and visiting Talbot County, Maryland.<\/strong><\/p>\n

We promote healthy and safe outdoor mobility for everyone living, working and visiting our quiet corner of Maryland. We are members of the community and we seek to work collaboratively with community partners and elected officials and to ensure people can walk, run and cycle safely for any trip purpose. Our work is intentional and inclusive.<\/p>\n

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Four Focus Areas<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Advocating to Foster Change<\/b> \u2013 Championing policies and initiatives that support a thriving Talbot County. i.e. working with SHA, MDOT and local governments<\/p>\n

Communicating<\/b> \u2013 Ensuring our mission and work are clearly shared, engaging more people in our efforts. i.e creating awareness of local projects, problems and solutions<\/p>\n

Creating Community through Events<\/b> \u2013 Bringing people together to inspire collaboration and strengthen local connections. i.e. Tour de Talbot, Running & Walking Club, Rolling Rodeos, Art in Motion and more!<\/p>\n

Raising Revenue<\/b> \u2013 Strengthen financial and volunteer support to sustain and grow impact<\/p>\n

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Working for Healthy, Safe and Connected Communities<\/h3>\n

This strategic plan outlines our goals, priorities, and actionable strategies for the next three years \u2014 focusing on advocacy, education, community engagement, events, partnerships, and organizational sustainability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Frederick Douglass Rail Trail will repurpose the former Pennsylvania Railroad and Maryland & Delaware Railroad track as a 10-foot wide shared use path. The proposed route is in the preliminary design phase and is proposed to start just north of the town of Queen Anne, in Queen Anne\u2019s County and ends just north of Easton.<\/p>\n

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Talbot Thrive’s new Rolling Rodeo program is working within Talbot County Schools to teach kids the rules of the road on scaled down streets in a fun, interactive environment.<\/p>\n

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Talbot Thrive is excited to partner with the Town of Easton Parks and Recreation Department and the YMCA of the Chesapeake to launch a new Running and Walking Club<\/strong> \u2013 a community-driven initiative designed to bring people together in a fun and supportive environment to improve their physical and mental health!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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We are actively recruiting volunteers and committee members who have an interest in promoting our mission. The board meets once per month and we have at least one community outreach event per quarter. Want to be a part of our work? Roll up your sleeves and become active in one of four committees.<\/span><\/p>\n

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