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Accessibility And Accessible Trails



published Dec 2010

Analysis of Policies Addressing Trail Accessibility Rule on Power-Driven Mobility Devices

by Stuart Macdonald

Issues addressed by local and state governments on the DOJ rule for use of "Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices" on trails, bike paths, greenways, and pedestrian facilities.


published Mar 2011

Basic Facts on Department of Justice Rule on Power-Driven Mobility Devices for Accessibility

by Stuart Macdonald

On March 15, 2011, new Department of Justice rules took effect, specifying the “other power-driven mobility devices” (OPDMD) that could be used on trails by “individuals with mobility disabilities.” If you manage a trail that is open to the public this rule applies to your facility.


published Sep 2013

Access Board issues ABA Final Guidelines for Outdoor Developed Areas, including accessible trails, on federal lands

by American Trails Staff

On September 26, 2013 the U.S. Access Board issued new accessibility guidelines for outdoor areas on federal lands. The guidelines provide detailed specifications for accessible trails, picnic, and camping areas, viewing areas, beach access routes, and other components of outdoor developed areas when newly built or altered.


published Jan 2018

How Accessible Recreation Facilities Benefit Everyone

by R. Brian Kermeen with USDA Forest Service

Like most areas managed by the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, the central Sierra Nevada has steep and mountainous terrain. Most of our facilities evolved over time or were designed 30 years ago with no consideration for the needs of persons with disabilities.


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Outdoors for All Foundation

Seattle, Washington

The Outdoors for All Foundation transforms lives through outdoor recreation. Founded in 1979 in the Pacific Northwest, Outdoors for All is a national leader in delivering adaptive and therapeutic recreation for children...


344 NE 74th St #102, Seattle, Washington 98115
(206) 838-6030 • [email protected]
https://outdoorsforall.org

Aquatic Access, Inc.

Louisville, Kentucky

Aquatic Access, Inc. offers a full line of water-powered lifts providing disabled access to in-ground and above-ground pools and spas.


1921 Production Drive, Louisville, Kentucky 40299
Toll Free: (800) 325-5438 | Main: (502) 425-5817 • [email protected]
https://aquaticaccess.com/

Beneficial Designs, Inc.

Minden, Nevada

Beneficial Designs works towards universal access through research, design, and education.


PO Box 69 | 325 P51 Ct, Suite 402, Minden, Nevada 89423
(775) 783-8822 • [email protected]
http://www.beneficialdesigns.com

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