Through ongoing engaging lunch & learns via Zoom, as well as in person meet & greets around the state - you get to hear directly from Charlie Gandy, the founder himself and/or our Executive Director Laura Wood.

At least once a quarter Charlie and Laura give updates on the trail, host listening sessions in the rural communities we’re partnering with as Trailhead Towns, and informative conversations with experts in the various aspects of successful trail development.

Topics include everything from digital mapping, successful Trailhead Town development (lessons from those who are excelling at it already, how to apply for available grant funding, telling the history and unique stories well), how to best engage the various interest groups (i.e. hikers, cyclists, equestrians, trail angels), and more.

Upcoming xTx Trail Talks for 2026

Live from DFW: Tuesday, September 29 - 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Hosted by Fort Worth business man and trail supporter Don Dykstra, this event is being held at the gorgeous VariSpace Southlake event space. This is our first live xTx Trail Talks and will be a very special event.

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