John Dugger

In 1991, John Dugger saw the potential for the abandoned B&O rail line from Georgetown to Silver Spring to become a multi-use trail for greater Washington, DC. Together with Henri Barholomot, he secured funds through the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act and devoted 20 years to developing and advocating for the trail. As a result of his leadership and the work of dedicated volunteers, the trail became the most heavily used in the region, with ongoing support from the Coalition for the Capital Crescent Trail, Montgomery County Parks, and the National Park Service.

Brookmont, Maryland · United States