Whether you are looking to develop a trail that is suitable for use in all seasons or by all abilities, properly installing an aggregate surface can be an integral strategy for enhancing tread durability, sustainability, and user experience.
American Trails will hold a free Fundamentals of Aggregate Surface Trails webinar on December 5th from 1 to 2 pm ET.
After a general introduction to various types of trail surfacing, this webinar will focus on design and construction factors specific to aggregate surfaced trails.
Jed Talbot from OBP Trailworks and Erin Amadon from Town 4 Trail Services will discuss how slope, soil, watershed, and designed use shape an aggregate surface trail project. They will then delve into the construction logistics and specialized techniques including material transport, specialized equipment, and tread compaction. They will share real-world examples of aggregate surface trail projects including successes and lessons learned.
This session will conclude with a facilitated 10 minute Q&A.
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will understand the different types of trail surfacing materials and their application.
- Participants will understand how slope, soil, water, and designed use inform aggregate surface trail design
- Participants will learn strategies for efficient material transport
- Participants will understand the importance of tread compaction in trail surfacing
To take part in this webinar, register at Webinar Registration – Zoom