Aaron Cholewa is an accomplished and dedicated trail builder with a profound passion for the outdoors and a deep commitment to environmental preservation. With extensive experience in planning, designing, maintaining, and constructing trails, Aaron has made a lasting impact on numerous communities by creating sustainable and enjoyable trail facilities.
Over the past decade, Aaron has worked with many organizations as a trails professional, contributing to an array of trail projects, ranging from small-scale community trails to extensive multi-use trail networks.
With a strong focus on sustainability and user experience, Aaron has mastered the art of harmonizing trails within their surrounding ecosystems. By combining technical expertise, a holistic understanding of the land, employing innovative design techniques, and a strong work ethic, he has created trails that minimize erosion, protect sensitive habitats, and create great user experiences.
Through his work with Outdoor Recreation Designs LLC., we envision a future where accessible, sustainable, and well-designed trails provide opportunities for individuals and communities to connect with nature, enjoy life, and foster a sense of environmental stewardship.
Skill Snapshot
Trail Construction
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Trail Maintenance
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Project Preparation
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Project Planning & Design
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Project & Crew Management
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Program Admin & Leadership
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Industry Roles
Contractor
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Skill Profile
Construction Specifications: Expert
Corridor Clearing: Expert
Hand-Built Trail Construction: Expert
Mechanized Trail Construction: Expert
Trail Finishwork: Expert
Water Management/Drainage Features: Expert
Water Crossing Structures: Expert
Retaining Walls: Expert
Tread Hardening: Expert
Trailside Structures / Dispersed Recreation: Full Performance
Decommissioning Trails: Expert
Maintenance Specifications: Expert
Inventory & Assessment: Expert
Corridor Clearing: Power tools: Expert
Corridor clearing: Hand Tools: Expert
Tread Maintenance - Hand tools: Expert
Tread Maintenance - Mechanized Equipment: Expert
Drainage Features/Water Management: Expert
Land Use Plan Alignment: Full Performance
Define Purpose and Need of Project: Full Performance
Corridor Planning: Expert
Stakeholder Engagement: Full Performance
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Principles: Full Performance
Project Cost Estimation: Expert
Implementation Plan: Expert
Trail Specifications: Expert
Design: Expert
Trail Plans: Expert
Interpretation: Full Performance
Permitting: Full Performance
Universal Design/ADA Accessibility: Full Performance
Crew Recruitment: Full Performance
Crew Management: Expert
Jobsite Safety: Expert
Jobsite Risk Management: Expert
Performance Management: Expert
Field-based Resource Protection: Expert
Program Budgeting: Full Performance
Communications: Full Performance
Contract Administration: Full Performance
Education and Public Outreach: Full Performance
Funding/Grants: Entry Level
Inspections/Monitoring: Full Performance
Partnership and Collaboration: Expert
Policy/Directives/Law: Entry Level
Visitor Use Management and Monitoring: Full Performance
Agreement Development: Full Performance
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