Basic Trail Design
PCTA Trail Skills College Curriculum
Delineate the trail alignment, width, height, grade and structures appropriate to the intended trail use.
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PCTA Trail Skills College Curriculum
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…
In this manual we have described the common techniques for building a wetland trail. We have also included information on some of the more unusual materials and tools.
PCTA Trail Skills College Curriculum
Explore foundational concepts related to the principles and applications of trail tread and alignment—all through the lens of developing and maintaining a sustainable trail. This course will introduce basic trail design elements as well as processes…
Designing trail bridges based on trail-specific Trail Management Objectives (TMOs) is essential for providing the desired trail experience, for ensuring user safety, and for maximizing bridge longevity.
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Custom Trainings
Danielsville, GA
We are a full service trail company. Our services include trail design, construction and…
Carmichael, CA
Began on a trail crew with the Arizona Conservation Corps. We maintained trails in the Coronado…
Brevard, NC
Asheville, NC
Leanna currently leads the development of systems, services, and protocols to support Appalachian…
Golden, CO
Kim Frederick has over 45 years of experience in the design, development and management of…
Portland, OR
Steve has worked in parks and natural areas for nearly 20 years, around San Francisco, Milwaukee,…
Hire Workers
Ketchum, ID
I act as a trails and recreation supervisor for the Ketchum Ranger District of the Sawtooth…
Westfir, OR
I have been the Trails Manager on the Middle Fork Ranger District since 2009 and the OHV Manager…
Bend, OR
Emmy Andrews is the Executive Director of the Central Oregon Trail Alliance (COTA). In this role…
Walsenburg, CO
I am the director of the Huerfano Youth Conservation Corps and I work as an instructor of Trail…
Mccall, ID
I am an early-career trails professional with the Forest Service. I have seven Agency field seasons…
Ottsville, PA
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