Technical Trails Workshop 2024

Eastern Pennsylvania Alliance of Climbers

EPAC is excited to host a Technical Trail Workshop in partnership with Access Fund.

High Rocks Vista

Workshop Description: This year we will be offering both a Level 1 and Level 2 training option. Placement is by self-assessment and we plan to be flexible once registration is complete. LEVEL 1<ul><li>Those who are newer to trail work and/or running stewardship events</li><li>It will review foundational knowledge such as site assessment, trail design, ongoing maintenance needs, and volunteer management.</li><li>Skills may include tread maintenance, erosion control, staircases, check-steps, and retaining walls.</li><li>Participants will gain foundational knowledge of the basic principles of trail design and maintenance, climbers as a user group including impacts and design, as well as skills in volunteer management and land manager communications.</li></ul> LEVEL 2<ul><li>Those who have attended a trail training before and/or have sufficient experience</li><li>Participants will deepen their knowledge and skills in addressing complex recreation impacts and solutions as well as addressing complex project sites.</li><li>Skills may include moving large materials utilizing a GripHoist or similar mechanism, and advanced stone work and building techniques</li></ul> Workshop Basic Agenda: OCT 5:9am - 5pm: High Rock Vista Field work (lunch provided)5:30pm: Dinner (provided) OCT 6:9am - 2pm: High Rock Vista Field work (lunch provided) FOOD: Meals will be provided as outlined above.. Attendees may provide dietary requests.  LODGING OPTIONS:  Lodging will be available, at no cost, Friday Oct 4 and Saturday Oct 5.Questionnaires will be sent to confirmed attendees. Options include:<ol><li>Campsite - Has bathroom and shower house; bring your own tent</li><li>Primitive cabin - Electric but no indoor plumbing; single bedrooms</li><li>Modern cabin - Electric and plumbing; bunk style community living</li></ol>TOOLS: All tools will be provided. Feel free to bring your own gloves and eye protection.

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