Pacific Crest Trail Association
Hand Tool Field Maintenance
Trail Competencies
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Trail Construction
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Summary
We rely on hand tools to lop branches, dig drain dips, remove slough and berm, construct waterbars and check steps, and much more. As a result, hand tools receive a great deal of wear and tear. Learn about the most common tool problems that are encountered during trail work and how to address them in the field including dull blades and loose heads. This is designed to be a 4-hour class.
Overview
STUDENT SKILL OUTCOMES:
- Understand the uses of common trail work tools
- Be able to assess tool conditions and recognize
- unsafe tools
- Know how to address common tool maintenance problems in the field
- Be able to sharpen an Pulaski/axe and loppers
Trail Types Covered
General. All trail types are relevant.
| Publisher | Pacific Crest Trail Association |
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| Published | Mar 2019 |
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