posted Aug 20, 2019
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Lois Bachensky with USDA Forest Service
A crusher fine trail combines the rustic feeling of a natural surface trail with a surface type that's durable (but not concrete or asphalt). The natural gravel-like surface feels more like a trail than a hard surfaced path and fits in well with primitive settings.
posted Aug 14, 2019
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Taylor Goodrich with American Trails
Let’s face it. Motorized, equestrian, biking, and hiking users do not always get along. When conflicts inevitably arise, what do we do, and how can we avoid it in the first place?
posted Aug 1, 2019
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Jim Schmid
These are the most commonly used Lifting and Hauling Tools with tips on using them safely and effectively.
posted Jul 8, 2019
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Michael Osborne with Five Rivers MetroParks
The challenges of balancing ecological protection, physical management and social demands on natural surface hiking, equestrian, mountain biking and multi-use trails can be overwhelming. However, it IS possible to meet these challenges by designing sustainable trails that are created to last into the next century.
posted Jun 20, 2019
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Matt Ainsley with Eco-Counter, Inc.
Until recently, user count data was collected manually through an annual volunteer effort. In 2017, however, a program in Pennsylvania took their count program to the next level by rolling out 17 automated Eco-Counters in all four corners of the state.
posted Mar 27, 2019
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Stuart Macdonald
Murals, sculptures, decorative paving, and memorials can all be ways of enhancing trails with art.
posted Sep 10, 2018
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American Trails Staff
Design for trail system provides wildlife viewing and teaches about playa resources.
posted Sep 8, 2018
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American Trails Staff
Looking at resources from a regional or landscape-wide perspective helps identify where trails should go and which areas should be conserved for wildlife.
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