Get details and the ins and outs about designating your trail(s) as a National Recreation Trail (NRT) or National Water Trail (NWT), the history, the benefits and process for trails to become NRTs, and more.
Webinar Outline
Presenters will highlight the benefits and the value of National Recreation Trails* Program and National Water Trails System (a subset of NRTs) designation, will share the criteria and requirements for designation, explain the application process, and answer any questions attendees have.
The deadline for applications each year is November 1.
*The National Trails System Act of 1968 authorized creation of a national system of trails comprised of National Recreation Trails, National Scenic Trails, and National Historic Trails.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how to navigate the application process
- Understand the benefits to being a designated NRT/NWT
- Understand the roles of the partners involved
Location
This is a virtual training. See the event website for more details.
Trail Competencies
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Relevant Trail Types
General. All trail types are relevant.
Upcoming Event
Training Dates
| Starts | July 09, 2026 10:00 AM |
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| Ends | July 09 11:00 AM |
This event takes place in Pacific Daylight Time.
12:00 PM Central Daylight Time
11:00 AM Mountain Daylight Time
10:00 AM Mountain Standard Time
10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time
09:00 AM Alaska Daylight Time
08:00 AM Hawaii-Aleutian Daylight Time
07:00 AM Hawaii Standard Time
Registration
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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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