Trail training, workshops, and conferences on trail building, planning, management, land protection, organization development, leadership, tools, GIS data, parks, bike/ped facilities, nonmotorized transportation, funding, and stewardship.
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July 09 - 12, 2020
North Cascades National Park Visitor Center, near Newhalem, WA
A 4-day entry-level course that covers leading a backpacking experience with a youth group. ($120, scholarships available)
September 14 - 18, 2020
Trinidad State Junior College
Introduces sustainable trail concepts, including ways trails impact the landscape and ecology, land management and recreation, basic geography and maps, types of trails and trail users, basic sustainability concepts, and implementation of a new trail project. Instructor: Tony Boone
September 21 - 25, 2020
Trinidad State Junior College
Introduces sustainable trail maintenance practices including evaluation of trail condition, coordinating with land managers; tool selection, use and maintenance, and personal and crew safety considerations. Developing maintenance plans and basic trail maintenance techniques are also covered in this course. Instructor: Tony Boone
October 12 - 16, 2020
Trinidad State Junior College
Covers sustainable trail planning considerations, including route planning, types of trails, an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and map reading, mathematical calculations, accessibility requirements, and signage. The course also explores trail building opportunities and design constraints, and environmental impact considerations. Instructor: Tony Boone
October 17 - 18, 2020
This innovative training offered in partnership with Flagline Trails teaches valuable skills to volunteers, including those who have been involved in trail projects for many years. Drawing upon thousands of hours on the trail and in the classroom, including some of the most daunting trail projects you can imagine, professional trail builders will inspire, educate, and give you the skills you need to be an effective steward and trail volunteer.
October 19 - 23, 2020
Trinidad State Junior College
Explores sustainable trail design considerations. Topics include safety and risk management, sustainability, control points, user experience, slopes, water control, environmental impact, basic surveying techniques, trail types, and trail standards and guidelines. Instructor Tony Boone.
October 31 - November 01, 2020
This innovative training offered in partnership with Flagline Trails teaches valuable skills to volunteers, including those who have been involved in trail projects for many years. Drawing upon thousands of hours on the trail and in the classroom, including some of the most daunting trail projects you can imagine, professional trail builders will inspire, educate, and give you the skills you need to be an effective steward and trail volunteer.
