posted Dec 15, 2020
Introduces sustainable trail concepts, ways trails impact the landscape and ecology, land management and recreation, basic geography
and maps, types of trails and trail users, basic sustainability concepts, and implementation of a new trail project.
posted Dec 15, 2020
Introduces sustainable trail maintenance practices including evaluation of trail condition, coordinating with land managers; tool selection, use and maintenance, and persona,l and crew safety considerations. Developing maintenance plans and basic trail maintenance techniques are also covered in this course
posted Dec 15, 2020
Covers sustainable trail planning considerations, including route planning, types of trails, an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and map reading, mathematical calculations, accessibility requirements, and signage. The course also explores trail building opportunities and design constraints, and environmental impact considerations
posted Dec 15, 2020
Explores sustainable trail design considerations. Topics include safety and risk management, sustainability, control points, user experience, slopes, water control, environmental impact, basic surveying techniques, trail types, and trail standards and guidelines.
posted Dec 14, 2020
During this basic trail training four-day basic session, participants will learn how to design, layout, construct, and maintain sustainable trails. Classroom teaching and experiential learning will be combined to help students understand the fundamentals of sustainable trails.
posted Dec 8, 2020
Join the adventure in Antarctica; sailing, scuba, ski mountaineering and fly fishing via horseback in this hour long presentation with Mike Powell, the adventurer himself. Any donations made will go towards the Community Boating Center in Bellingham, WA.
posted Dec 2, 2020
Alaska Trails’ annual conference provides trail users and the wider public a statewide opportunity for training and networking with trail professionals.
posted Dec 2, 2020
The NRPA Annual Conference is coming to Nashville, Tennessee in September 2021! If you are passionate about parks and recreation, conservation, health, landscape architecture, and city planning you should not miss this event. The 2021 conference will be focused on building strong communities and creating great places to live, play, and thrive. Mark your calendars now for three inspiring days of networking, education, and a look at the best products and services in the field.
posted Nov 19, 2020
Attend the Iowa Bicycle Summit & Iowa Safe Routes to Schools Conference Online on January 28-30, 2021!
posted Nov 16, 2020
Walks of a Lifetime in America’s National Parks includes a wealth of practical advice on how to visit and hike the national parks and concludes with a plea to readers to evolve from national park visitors to national park stewards. This book would make a great holiday gift!
