posted Mar 13, 2018
by National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)
A national study on Active Transportation and Parks and Recreation.
posted Aug 5, 2019
The Primer provides discussion of broad wildlife topics, plus key concepts and rules of thumb to help with trail planning and management.
posted Nov 9, 2021
Everything you need to know about planning, building, and maintaining accessible trails.
posted Feb 14, 2022
Everything you need to know about trail planning and design for long lasting trails.
posted Aug 19, 2020
by San Luis Valley Great Outdoors (SLV GO!)
Trails are more than simply lines on a map, a form of transportation or route to destinations. Trails are an experience. Engaging trails systems provide a sense of unique place, highlight natural topography and attract outdoor-based tourism. A vast and varied experience hooks trails users and leaves them wanting to return for more exploration. This tool kit offers suggestions for building destination-worthy trail systems.
posted Jun 15, 2020
Practical guidelines and templates for planning, site design, signage and construction in the state of Iowa.
posted Jul 28, 2020
by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC)
Shared-use pathways along the banks of irrigation canals, flood channels, and other waterways can serve important recreational and transportation functions. The easy grade, scenic interest, and minimal road crossings make shared-use paths along waterways highly attractive as trails for recreation, transportation, and a healthy, active lifestyle, particularly in urbanized areas.
posted Feb 19, 2018
by Mark Wilcox with American Society of Landscape Architects, Bill Neumann with DHM Design, John M. Pflaum, PE
This presentation will reveal the process of planning, designing and constructing trails within four different landscape settings identifying challenges and solutions.
posted Feb 19, 2018
This presentation will discuss how to incorporate shared use unpaved trail and paved path systems into city infrastructure.
posted Jul 1, 2018
by California State Parks, Statewide Trails Section
It’s up to you as a park steward to instill a sense of appreciation for the story that needs to be told – interpretive theme and messages of the trail must be well planned.
posted Jan 19, 2018
A presentation exploring bike parks with pump-tracks, skills areas, dirt jumps and freeride areas.
posted Feb 19, 2018
by Peter Axelson with Beneficial Designs, Inc., Brandon Ross with City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department, Nathan Tolbert with Beneficial Designs, Inc.
This program will provide an overview of the needs and processes surrounding assessments of trails and outdoor constructed features.
posted May 16, 2018
Does equestrian use have an impact on stream and lake water quality?
posted Jun 14, 2023
Study shows completion of the Massachusetts Central Rail Trail System would bring significant health and economic benefits to the commonwealth.
posted Jan 24, 2018
by Jan Hancock with Hancock Resources LLC, Federal Highway Administration, USDA Forest Service
This guidebook provides practical guidelines for developing recreation environments that are sensitive to the needs of riders and their stock.
posted Feb 19, 2018
by Jan Hancock with Hancock Resources LLC, Michele (Kebea) Adams, Clay Nelson with Sustainable Stables
Sustainable, environmentally sensitive equestrian trailhead and trail design.
