Learn about annual funding opportunities via the National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance as well as a new grant program of American Trails.
Hosted in partnership with the National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance (NWSA), this special presentation will provide groups with information about a few funding programs via NWSA and American Trails. NWSA Executive Director Randy Welsh will brief participants on the two funding programs offered by NWSA in 2022. Randy will talk about the Wilderness Stewardship Performance Partner Funding and the National Forest System Stewardship Trail Partner Funding programs. These two programs are currently soliciting project proposals through April 15. Randy will compare and contrast the programs, provide eligibility and rating criteria, as well as provide helpful tips on successful applications. In addition Mike Passo and Candace Gallagher from America Trails will talk about their new Trail Fund supporting trail maintenance, training, and research. They will explain the requirements and process for submitting proposals, also due April 15.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn about opportunities for funding via the NWSA Wilderness Stewardship Performance Partner Funding
- Learn about opportunities for funding via NWSA National Forest System Stewardship Trail Partner Funding
- Learn about opportunities for funding via the American Trails Trail Fund
Webinar Resources
Current Estimated National Value of Each Volunteer Hour (via Independent Sector)
National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance (NWSA)
- Trail Funding
- NWSA Fund
- Wilderness Area Definition & Maps (via Wilderness Connect)
American Trails
Trail Accessibility Resources
- Trails for All People: Guidance for Accessibility and Inclusive Design (via We Conserve PA)
- Universal Trails Assessment Process (UTAP) (via Beneficial Designs)
Trail Sustainability Standards
- Book: IMBA Trail Solutions (via International Mountain Bicycling Association)
- Book: Lightly on the Land (via Student Conservation Association)
- Book: NOHVCC Great Trails: Providing Quality OHV Trails and Experiences Guidebook
- Book: NOHVCC Great Trails: Providing Quality OHV Trails and Experiences Guidebook
- Forest Service Trail Construction + Maintenance Notebook (via US Forest Service)
Webinar Presentations
Trail Competencies
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Relevant Trail Types
General. All trail types are relevant.
Learning Credits and CEUs
Learning credits will be available to attendees and are included in the registration fee. The length of the session will determine the number of hours/credits given. In order to obtain credits, attendees must fill out an evaluation survey for each session they attend, as well as complete a learning credit tracking form noting each session they are requesting credits for (or a quiz if virtual). This form (and complete instructions) will be available online as well at registration. Email the conference host or [email protected] with any questions.
American Trails is a certified provider and can offer the following learning credits and continuing education opportunities: AICP CM, LA CES (most HSW approved), NRPA CEU Equivalency Petition, and CEU/PDH Equivalency Petition for other accepting organizations.
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