Trail Assessment and Maintenance

Registration Eligibility

YES

Start Date

04/30/2024

End Date

04/30/2024

Description

The goal of this workshop is to build knowledge in trail assessment and maintenance solutions. Presenters will cover techniques used in a variety of terrain and sensitive areas. We will discuss Best Management Practices for trail maintenance, teach participants how to read the landscape, and break down the assessment process to identify root causes of trail failures. Instructors will discuss site specific applications of Best Management Practices including how and where design standards may be pushed to achieve desired trail experiences.

Location

Olympic Valley, CA

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Health, Safety and Welfare

Hours

6.0

Learning Outcomes

Educational Objectives:
The objective of this workshop is to identify and discuss key concepts for effective trail maintenance and encourage future learning in the following areas:
1. Learn how contouring alignments can assist
2. Discuss different trail designs and specifications
3. Learn about drainage design

Instructors

Garrett VillanuevaGarrett is a trail professional and has been employed by the US Forest Service since 1998. His passion and full-time job include managing trails and fostering land stewardship. While he likes nothing more than digging in the dirt, his jo

Course Codes

Provider

American Trails

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