Allegra Trails
Through a combination of field footage and expert speakers, this webinar will provide a primer on mechanized trailbuilding equipment.
Mechanized trailbuilding has revolutionized the trail industry over the last 25 years. From specialized dozers to mini-excavators to crawler carriers, the advantages of small earthmovers include faster rates of production and the ability to sculpt a more consistent trail tread. Through a combination of field footage and expert speakers, this webinar will provide a primer on mechanized trailbuilding equipment including Mini-Excavators, Trail Dozers, Tracked Dumpers and Haulers, Skid Steers/Mini Skid Steers, and Compactors. The speakers will discuss: pros/cons; matching mechanized equipment to your environment, budget, and trail specifications; workforce, experience and training; modifications/attachments; and repairs/maintenance. The session will conclude with Q+A.
Additional presenters TBD.
This webinar is part of a three-part webinar series hosted by the Professional TrailBuilders Association. Join us for all three webinars (or view the recordings):
- October 7, 2021: From SOQ to IDIQ: Trail Contracting Models
- November 4, 2021: Developing a Trail Competency Framework
- December 2, 2021: Mechanized Trailbuilding: A Primer
Learning Objectives
- Understand the pros/cons of mechanization and specific equipment.
- Understand and observe common mechanized trail construction techniques in different environments.
- Understand operations, maintenance and repairs of mechanized equipment.
- Understand the costs and benefits of using mechanized equipment.
- Understand the hours of training needed to master the skills of a specific machine.
Webinar Resources
Videos:
- Excavator Field Footage - Vernal, UT
- Excavator Field Footage - Purg, CO
- Sweco Trail Dozer
- Overview of Machines Used for the Build of Gravel Surface, Multi-Use Trail - Round the Mountain Trail in Camden, ME
- Sutter 300 (Green Machine)
- Sutter 300 (Red Machine)
Also see:
Trail Competencies
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Relevant Trail Types
General. All trail types are relevant.
Learning Credits and CEUs
Learning credits are available. 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 during the live webinar or at registration when you check in for in-person events. 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, and CEU/PDH Equivalency Petition for other accepting organizations.
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