Bright Horizons, Rural Innovations, Transportation Solutions
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Thank you for attending the 22nd National Conference on Rural Public and Intercity Bus Transportation. Held once every two years, it offers a valuable experience for rural transit and human service transit providers, tribal transit managers, planners,state agency staff, intercity bus operators, consultants, researchers and trainers; anyone who is interested in learning about the latest in best practice and current research in mobility and access in rural communities. The conference includes multiple routes to offer learning opportunities throughout the conference for everyone: planning and design; policy, funding and finance; rural transportation in today's operating environment; technology and training solutions; and special topics in rural mobility.
The conference was held at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel on Woodfin Street in Asheville, North Carolina. To learn more about the area, visit the Area Information page.
Paratransit Service: It you require paratransit service to the hotel, the correct number for Mountain Mobility is 828-250-6750. An earlier listing of the telephone number was incorrect. We apologize for any inconvenience.
New in 2016
Participate in the Conference “Mini Transportation Camps”
This year, the National Conference on Rural Public and Intercity Bus Transportation held miniature "Transportation Camps" during two different session times at the conference. To learn more about a "Transportation Camp" and how to submit your ideas, click here.
Welcome Exhibitors and Sponsors!
Click here to learn who is exhibiting at the conference, or for more information on how to sign up.
Thank you to the following sponsors for your support of this conference:
Opening Reception
Mobilitat
Monday Breakfast
American Bus Association
Awards Luncheon
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tuesday Breakfast
National Bus Traffic Associations
Vendor Luncheon
Prevost
Federal Transit Administration
RIBTC Statement on Inclusion and Diversity
The conference will be held at the Renaissance Asheville in Asheville, North Carolina. The Renaissance Asheville is centrally located in the heart of downtown Asheville making it easy for you to take advantage of city's vibrant culture.
"Active transportation" refers to walking, taking transit and riding bicycles. On the cusp of a new information age, these active modes are poised to transform the national transportation picture. What will this mean for rural America? Through a series of vignettes and stories Vanderslice will explore key developments and trends, and suggest how these might inform a vision of seamlessly integrated mobility.
Watch for conference registration information is online - register today!
Exhibitors are an important partner to the Conference on Rural Public and Intercity Bus Transportation. Visit their booths during the conference to learn more about their latest products and resources. Let them know how much you appreciate their participation
Chartered by Congress in 1934, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the U.S. The park boasts 850 miles of hiking trails and paths, including 70 miles of the Appalachian Trail.
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