posted Apr 29, 2019
by Connecticut Equine Advisory Council
The Equine Advisory Council conducted research and interviews throughout Connecticut to determine project cost and general installation, maintenance, environmental impacts, and suitability for multiple user groups for various surface materials.
posted Apr 29, 2019
by U.S. Access Board, National Center on Accessibility
In 2007 the National Center on Accessibility (NCA) entered into an agreement with the U.S. Access Board and National Park Service to investigate natural firm and stable surface alternatives when creating accessible pedestrian trails, including crushed stones, packed soil, and other natural material.
posted Mar 21, 2019
Finely crushed rock (crusher fines) is a useful alternative to paving trails that accommodates most trail activities.
posted May 30, 2018
New research suggests that mountain suggests that mountain bikes and boots leave equal wear and tear on trails. How bikers ride and where hikers step may make more of a difference.
posted May 23, 2018
Design and construction guidelines for asphalt trails.
posted May 23, 2018
A new asphalt mix was developed and tested to better withstand snowmobile traffic during the winter months, and to provide a more durable surface for summer trail use.
posted May 23, 2018
Trail construction and maintenance may involve impacts to wetlands and other natural resources: an understanding of these impacts and methods to minimize them.
posted May 23, 2018
Guidelines for use of Geosynthetic materials in trail construction.
posted May 23, 2018
Key criteria in arriving at a recommended trail surface.
posted May 23, 2018
A Guideline for the Design and Construction of Asphalt Pavements for Colorado Trails and Path
posted May 3, 2018
by Tony Boone with Timberline TrailCraft
Crushed stone trails provide a user-friendly, all-season surface for all types and ages of visitors, including strollers, wheelchairs, and road bikes.
posted May 3, 2018
Asphalt deteriorates over time and will require expensive maintenance to keep cracks and weeds and tree roots from making it unusable.
