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Trail Friendly Business Application

Delaware & Lehigh - Trail Friendly Business Application
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How to Apply for D&L Trail Friendly Business Status

To ensure a smooth application process, we recommend drafting your responses in a separate document and then pasting them into the form. Please complete the form with as much detail as possible—thorough answers help us better evaluate your application.

Your submission is only successful when you see a “THANK YOU” confirmation screen with next steps. If you have questions or need assistance, contact our Program Coordinator at EconomicDevelopment@DelawareandLehigh.org.

D&L Trail Friendly Business Application

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  • Basic Business Info

    All sections containing an asterisk (*) are required. Your application will not be submitted if you skip any of these sections. Your application is not complete until you’ve reached the THANK YOU page!
  • When did the business start at this location
  • Easiest way is to copy and paste from a browser. Need to include http. For example: https://delawareandlehigh.org/
  • Upload a high resolution image of your business logo (300 dpi)
    Drop files here or
    Max. file size: 128 MB.

    • Essential Trail Friendly Business Requirements

      To qualify as a D&L Trail Friendly Business you need to meet these 4 minimum requirements. Please document how you achieve these requirements below. if you are missing any of the essentials – let us know, we may be able to help!
    • A trail user friendly atmosphere that is welcoming is at the core of the program. Please tell us about the steps you take to make trail users feel welcome and valued. (examples: welcoming signage, accessible, seating/benches, pet friendly/dog water bowls, guestbook, outdoor dining, trail user related products & merchandise, public restrooms, trash & recycling bins, public art, etc.)
    • Photo examples to support your description of a trail friendly atmosphere.
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      Max. file size: 128 MB.
      • It’s important that the staff that the customers interact with have a basic understanding of the local trails and amenities. Being able to answer questions like “where is the nearest trailhead”, “where does the trail go”, and “what can I do on the trail” are examples of some common questions trail users have. Explain how you train front line staff to answer these types of questions.
      • If you don’t know or aren’t sure, you can find the information using our interactive map here https://delawareandlehigh.org/map.
      • Have you completed the D&L Trail Business survey at least once in the past 2 years? If no, please complete the survey before submitting your application. www.delawareandlehigh.org/trail-programs/dl-trail-friendly-business/dl-trail-business-survey/
      • In addition to welcoming trail users into your business, you need to provide some basic amenities to trail users who visit your business. We require your business to have at least 3 of the 7 available to people who come to your business:

      • Special Trail Friendly Business Features

        There are many ways to support trails and trail users. In addition to the four requirements, your business must achieve any two of the following seven items to qualify as a D&L Trail Friendly Business. » If you’re doing something that isn’t listed, or goes above and beyond any of the options, please tell us!
      • Does your business support trail causes? Are you a participating member of an advocacy, planning, or trail group? Do you and your staff volunteer or clean up the trail or trailhead at least once a year? List the ways you support your local trails and trail users.
      • Are you an active DLNHC Corporate Partner or Business Member? Record the membership level and date you joined.
      • Where can trail users store their gear when they visit your business? The business should have at least one of the following options. *If you are lodging, you are required to have a covered and secure storage area for overnight gear storage.
      • What tools are available for trail equipment repair that patrons can use? You need to have at least two of the following to achieve this item.
      • Does your business host or sponsor public trail events (bike rides, paddles, runs, cleanups, etc.)? To qualify you need to host/sponsor at least one public trail event per year. Record the name, date, and type of event.
      • Does your business have a regular or seasonal promotion or sale for trail users? Please describe it.
      • Are you now or are you willing to wholesale D&L Trail merchandise (T-shirts, water bottles, stickers, etc.)

      • A few more details…

      • Are you open year round or seasonally? What are your general hours of operation?
      • Help us promote your business by providing high resolution photos of your storefront, gear storage, trail access, products and more. Upload any other additional photo or videos to support your application.
        Drop files here or
        Max. file size: 128 MB.
        • In addition to being Trail User Friendly, if your business is environmentally friendly, pet friendly, etc. please tell us about it.

        • Recheck and submit

          Recheck that you have filled out all required questions. When everything is complete, hit the submit button. It can take a minute to upload all information. Form is not successfully submitted until you see the “THANK YOU” page. Please contact DLNHC Economic Development Manager if you need help. Please allow 30 days for DLNHC to approve all applications.
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