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 Apr 4, 2019
by California State Parks, Statewide Trails Section
A trail bridge is a structure along a trail that spans over a waterway, precipitous slope, or other unstable ground that cannot support trail construction. Typically, a trail bridge is longer than a single span puncheon or boardwalk. If the height from the deck of the bridge to the ground or watercourse channel below is 48 inches or more, railings are required for safety. In addition to horizontal railings, a mid-rail or diagonal mid-rail is also necessary for edge protection.
posted Mar 21, 2019
Finely crushed rock (crusher fines) is a useful alternative to paving trails that accommodates most trail activities.
posted Jan 23, 2019
Low water crossings are designed to allow normal flow under the trail, and to be over-topped during seasonal floods.
posted Aug 17, 2018
Low water crossings are designed to allow normal flow under the trail, and to be over-topped during seasonal floods.
posted Aug 2, 2018
Best practices for blaze marking along trails
posted Aug 1, 2018
Developing a trails plan for Rotary Community Park/Little Bear Creek that includes boardwalks through environmentally sensitive area.
posted Jul 24, 2018
Reducing impacts to vegetation and wildlife under boardwalks
posted Jul 23, 2018
Recommendations for anti-slip on wood surfaces.
posted Jul 17, 2018
Bicycle repair stations can now be purchased from several vendors.
