Introduction to Trail Design and Development (Part 2 of 3)
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Summary
One part of a three-part series on the Introduction to Trail Planning, Design and Development, and Management. PART TWO: In the Introduction to Trail Design and Development we will discuss sustainable trail design that is common for trails as well as unique elements associated with specific types of trail use.
Overview
Webinar Outline
This webinar is one part of a three part series:
- Intro to Trail Planning (Part 1 of 3)
- Intro to Trail Design and Development (Part 2 of 3)
- Intro to Trail Management (Part 3 of 3)
In the Introduction to Trail Design and Development we will discuss sustainable trail design that is common for trails as well as unique elements associated with specific types of trail use. Alternative types of construction documents for use to guide development will be reviewed. The sequence of events from design to development will be highlighted. A discussion of the different types of workforces available to develop and manage trails will occur.
Following the presentations, the panelists will respond to questions from webinar participants.
Learning Objectives:
- Introduction to sustainable trail design elements
- Project scheduling and document development will occur
- Considerations for development and management costs will be identified.
Trail Types Covered
General. All trail types are relevant.
| Publisher | American Trails |
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| Published | Jun 2021 |
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