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2023 ITS Conference Proceedings

National Park Service − Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program

Trails and Resilience: Review of the Role of Trails in Climate Resilience and Emergency Response

Affinity and Identity-Based Crews and Programs

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Tools for Trails: Measuring and Surveying Tools

Trail Tools: Grubbing Tools

Trail Tools: Striking Tools

Hub for Information on Trail Users

Impact of Trails Hub

Trail Planning and Design Hub

Trail User Survey Library

SCA Leader Teams Handbook

Digging Into the Numbers Behind the Pandemic Trail Boom

The Future of the Outdoor Recreation Economy - Headwaters Economics

Ready, Set, Plan!?

Hike the Hill 2021 Priorities

Criteria for Trail Placement, Control Points, and Layout

NRPA Equity Action Plan

Earmarks are an Opportunity for Trail Funding

Trails Community Appropriations Recommendations for FFY 2022

Engaging Children in Nature through Trails

Six Unique Trail Funding Solutions

American Trails “Shovel-ready” Trail Project Survey

How COVID-19 is Affecting the Trails Community

Sustainable Trail Bridge Design

Why Trails?

Ten Examples That Show Trail Tourism Works

Planning Trails With Wildlife in Mind - Wildlife and Trails Primer

Monitoring Guidebook

North Country Trail Handbook

Youth Conservation Corps Reference Manual: A Coordinator’s Guide

National Park Service Active Transportation Guidebook

Elevating Outdoor Recreation Together

Four Simple Tasks to Do Prior to Trail Design

Building Better Asphalt Trails

FAQ: Is asphalt a good choice for a trail surface?

Optimizing Trail Grade: The Key to Creating Sought-After Trails

Sustainable Trails: Doing it Right the First Time

Prescribe-a-Trail Handbook

Trail Fundamentals and Trail Management Objectives

Piqua Ohio Placemaking Initiative

Trail Towns: Creating Memorable Destinations for Trail Users

USFS Standard Trail Plans and Specifications

Pennsylvania Trail Design & Development Principles

Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Sustainable Trail Guidelines

Outdoor Recreation: An Overlooked Economic Giant

Evidence of Many Varieties of Economic Benefits Linked to Trails

A Guide to Transportation Funding Programs for Service and Conservation Corps

The Art of Building Crushed Stone Trails

Trail Construction and Maintenance Notebook

Construction and Maintenance Costs for Trails

Trail Planning, Design & Development Guidelines

Chain Saw and Crosscut Saw Training Course

Trail User Survey Workbook

Two Trail Design Books Cover "How to Think" and "How to Do It"

Choosing the Right Tools for Trail Work

Best Management Practices for Erosion Control During Trail Maintenance and Construction

A Handbook for Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance

Using Partnerships and Cooperation to Get What You Need for Trails

Developing Sustainable Mountain Trail Corridors

Trail-Specific Recommended Resources

Improving Accessibility on Public Lands

Shared-Use Trail Hub

Trail Accessibility Hub

Rails With Trails: Best Practices and Lessons Learned

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Perceptions of Conflict Surrounding Future E-Bike Use on the Arizona Trail

Connecting Cleveland to Pittsburgh by Trail

Micromobility Devices on Multiuse Trails

San Jose Trail Network Toolkit Planning & Design

Guidelines for a Quality Trail Experience

Hiking is for all Abilities

Urban Nature for Human Health and Well-Being

Inclusionary Trail Planning Toolkit

Trail Signage Guidelines

eMTB Land Manager Handbook

Great Trails: Providing Quality OHV Trails and Experiences Guidebook (Nationwide)

Trail Use and Management of Electric Mountain Bikes: Land Manager Survey Results

An Economic Argument for Water Trails

Maintenance Practices and Costs of Rail-Trails

National Trail Surfaces Study

Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines; Outdoor Developed Areas

FAQ: What are the guidelines for constructing an ADA compliant remote access trail path in National Forests?

FAQ: What are the guidelines for constructing an ADA compliant remote access trail path in National Forests?

USFS Accessibility Guidebook for Outdoor Recreation and Trails

Nature Trail Development on Small Acreages

Wildlife Crossings

Equestrian Design Guidebook for Trails, Trailheads, and Campgrounds

Recreational Horse Trails in Rural and Wildland Areas: Design, Construction, and Maintenance

Park and Trail Accessibility Design Guidelines

Management Guidelines for Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation

Conflicts On Multiple-Use Trails

Design and Management for Backcountry Horse Trails

Trailbuilding Basics

Recommended Webinars

Trail Skills Project

How Trails Support Healthy Aging for All

Engaging, Enabling, and Motivating Families and Diverse Trails Users

Engage More People, Build New Partnerships, and Raise Awareness of Your Trail by Leveraging National Trails Day®

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Connecting Communities

by Christopher Douwes with Federal Highway Administration, Laura Toole with Federal Highway Administration

This presentation focuses on design publications that address common design challenges and barriers.

posted Feb 19, 2018

The Devil is in the Details

This presentation discusses how to avoid common trail design mistakes.

posted Feb 19, 2018

Managing International Trail Destinations

Similarities of international trails.

posted Feb 19, 2018

Managing Successful Hybrid and Design-Build Projects

Non-traditional hybrid contracting concepts bring equipment and volunteers together.

posted Feb 19, 2018

Southwest Ohio Has The Largest Bikeway Network in the Country! What?

Learn how strong partnerships developed and continue to expand the 300-mile network of multi-use trails.

posted Feb 19, 2018

Collective Impact

Want your trail to connect to the next town? The next county? How about the next state?

posted Feb 19, 2018

What Went Wrong?

What happens when things don’t go as planned?

posted Feb 19, 2018

Creating Trails Databases Using GIS Technologies

by Robert Spurlock with Metro Regional Government, Max Woodbury with Metro Regional Government, Jenny Konwinski, Reid Ammann

The task of developing GIS databases.

posted Feb 19, 2018

Partnerships for Success

by Jeff Parker with Northwest Youth Corps

Explore the background of the 21CSC initiative.

posted Feb 19, 2018

Beyond the Trail - 2015

This presentation describes how the new BLM policies guide the agency in fulfilling its responsibilities under the National Trails System Act.

posted Feb 19, 2018

The Blue Mountains, Australia

The Blue Mountains in Australia is a UNESCO World Heritage Area and one of Australia’s prime natural wonders

posted Feb 19, 2018

Healthy Partnerships Build Healthy Trails

Strong partnerships are an essential ingredient in building a healthy trail system.

Diversity American Trails supports and encourages respectful, equitable access to outdoor environments that are inviting, inclusive, and beneficial to all.
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