The Illinois Prairie Path (IPP) was the first successful "rails-to-trails" conversion in the United States and inspired a national rail-to-trail movement in the United States in the mid-1960s. Your tax-deductible contribution will be used for a number of worthwhile projects as well as to continue to preserve, protect and service the Illinois Prairie Path. Those making donations of $25.00 or higher will receive a one-year IPPc membership.