• Salida, CO
• Emphasis on sustainability of existing designated trail systems in a relaxed, educational forum to discuss local issues, and develop the needed contacts to interact closely on the status and implementation of Designated OHV Routes. Included will be OHV Management Techniques, Volunteer Stewardship, issues and general principles of enhanced social and environmental monitoring, maintenance and management of sustainable motorized trails, plus maps and effective signage. SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE TO OHV ENTHUSIASTS AND CLUB REPS.
• Info: www.cohvco.org or contact Corey Corbett at: corbett@cohvco.org

• Dupont state park, NC
• The Trail Master course is a 4 day certification that delves extensively into the latest techniques for trail design and layout, construction and maintenance on natural surface trails. The last day is focused on crew leader training with safety and efficiency being highlighted. (Must be AERC member or land manager)
• Info: Mike Riter, Trail Design Specialists - trails@traildesign.com - http://www.traildesign.com/

• Winter Park, CO
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• University of Oklahoma-Norman, OK
• This short interactive course will provide assistance on meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and meeting the requirements of Title II of the ADA, as well as all trail users. Designers and builders will gain a clear understanding of the applicable legislation, standards and requirements, as well as the abilities of the users.
• Info: Pamela Hockett-Lewis at (405) 325-2848 or plewis@ou.edu

• Minneapolis, MN
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• Denver, CO
• Context sensitive solutions to balance and integrate the needs of travelers and communities in the planning and design of urban transportation systems. For advocates, local officials and planning/design professionals in state DOTs, transit agencies, and MPOs and consultants.
• Info: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, 2121 Ward Ct., NW 5th Floor Washington, DC 20037

• University of Oklahoma-Tulsa, OK
• The short interactive course will provide assistance on meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and meeting the requirements of Title II of the ADA, as well as all sidewalk users. Designers and builders will gain a clear understanding of the applicable legislation, standards and requirements, as well as the abilities of the users.
• Info: Pamela Hockett-Lewis at (405) 325-2848 or plewis@ou.edu

• Denver, CO
• In addition to practicing advanced techniques for pursuing government, foundation, and corporate grants, participants work in small teams to develop and then review real grant proposals. Participants exit the class equipped with new skills, new professional connections, and follow-up support services for one year, including professional proposal review, access to The Grantsmanship Center's exclusive online funding databases, and an array of other benefits.
• Info: http://tgci.com/gtptraining.shtml or call The Grantsmanship Center's Registrar at (800) 421-9512

• Copper Harbor, MI
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Lori Hausworth or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• Charleston, SC
• Organized by the South Carolina Horse Council with financial support from FHWA's Recreational Trails Program. SETC brings together people concerned about the future of the natural and cultural heritage of the equestrian trail experience. Although it focuses on southeastern States, it is open to anybody with an interest in equestrian trails.
• Info: http://www.southeasternequestriantrails.com

• Colorado Springs, CO
• Three-year educational program designed specifically for park and recreation management, staff, facility and grounds managers, and entry level park staff.Ê The school is focused on maintenance management of parks and public facilities, and is geared toward public and private organizations.
• Info: http://www.nrpa.org/content/default.aspx?documentId=1767

• Portland, OR
• Fundamentals of pedestrian and bicycle planning and design through an intensive week of classroom, field, and project experience. In addition, the course will integrate intersection design, transit access and connections, bridges, trail crossings, and other special features.
• Info: ibpi@pdx.edu or 503-725-4024

• Colorado Springs, CO
• Three-year educational program designed specifically for park and recreation management, staff, facility and grounds managers, and entry level park staff. The school is focused on maintenance management of parks and public facilities, and is geared toward public and private organizations.
• Info: National Recreation and Park Association - www.nrpa.org/content/default.aspx?documentId=1767

• Auckland, NZ
• Info: http://tinyurl.com/2ppa9g

• Madison, WI
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Scott Baryenbruch or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• Glenville State College, Glenville, WV
• The Trail Master course is a 4 day certification that delves extensively into the latest techniques for trail design and layout, construction and maintenance on natural surface trails. The last day is focused on crew leader training with safety and efficiency being highlighted. (Must be AERC member or land manager)
• Info: Mike Riter, Trail Design Specialists - trails@traildesign.com - http://www.traildesign.com/

• University of Oklahoma-Norman, OK
• The short interactive course will provide assistance on meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and meeting the requirements of Title II of the ADA, as well as all sidewalk users. Designers and builders will gain a clear understanding of the applicable legislation, standards and requirements, as well as the abilities of the users.
• Info: Pamela Hockett-Lewis at (405) 325-2848 or plewis@ou.edu

• Long Valley, ID
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• Moline, IL
• Trail workshops include the Mississippi River Trail; Connecting, Designing and Funding Trails; Water Trails; and Trails and Eco-Tourism. The conference is presented by RiverAction, US Army Corps of Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the US Coast Guard. The conference dovetails with RiverWay 2008, a biennial event celebrating recreation on the Mississippi River with mostly free activities August 22-24.
• Info: www.riveraction.org; call (563) 322-2969; or email riveraction@netexpress.net

• Cuyuna Lakes, MN
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• University of Oklahoma-Norman, OK
• This short interactive course will provide assistance on meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and meeting the requirements of Title II of the ADA, as well as all trail users. Designers and builders will gain a clear understanding of the applicable legislation, standards and requirements, as well as the abilities of the users.
• Info: Pamela Hockett-Lewis at (405) 325-2848 or plewis@ou.edu

• McCall, ID
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

September 25-28, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Salida CO
• National Public Lands Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Tom Purvis or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

September 25-28, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Quebec City QC, Canada
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Jerome Pelland or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 2-5, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Boise, ID
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Dave Beck or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 2-5, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Boston, MA
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 3-4, 2008 — Washington State Trails Conference

• Spokane, WA
• "Our State, Our Trails, Our Future" presented by Washington State Trails Coalition. On Friday, the main conference begins with legislative and agency leadership panels followed by breakout sessions on important trail issues. An evening banquet and keynote address rounds out the day's activities. On Saturday, the breakout sessions continue, followed by more excellent field trips. The conference concludes on Sunday with two final educational field opportunities: an ORV excursion at Riverside State Park and a float trip down the Little Spokane River.
• Info: http://washingtonstatetrailscoalition.org

October 4-7, 2008 — Virginia Governor's Conference on Greenways and Trails

• Richmond Convention Center, VA
• Hosted by Virginia Recreation and Park Society and Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.
• Info: See the Conference Website or contact Jennifer Wampler, State Trails Coordinator, VA Dept of Conservation and Recreation: jennifer.wampler@dcr.virginia.gov - (804) 786-9240

October 3-7, 2008 — ASLA Annual Meeting/EXPO and IFLA World Congress

• Philadelphia, PA
• Info: http://www.asla.org/nonmembers/meetings.html

October 6-10, 2008 — Trail Management: Plans, Projects and People

• Shepherdstown, WV
• Trail volunteers, a member of a "friends" group, or a federal, state or local government employee involved with trails, this training is specifically designed for those who have beginning to intermediate trail management and leadership responsibilities. The focus for the training is the best practices of the collaborative trail management process, including planning, design layout, construction, maintenance, monitoring, crew leadership, interpretation, operations, and safety. Field exercises include trail layout, construction and maintenance techniques.
• Info: Register on-line at https://doilearn.doi.gov/ or Matt Gay (304) 876-7654 - Matt_Gay@fws.gov or Juanita Gustines (304) 876-7956 - Juanita_Gustines@fws.gov

October 8-10, 2008 — Barcelona Walk21

• Barcelona, Spain
• International Conference on Walking and Liveable Communities: The conference themes Ð Political Vision, Civic Pride and Technical Expertise - reflect our desire to make this a conference that focuses on the relationships that enable people to develop sustainable and vibrant healthy communities, where people can and do choose to walk.
• Info: info@barcelonawalk21.com -- www.barcelonawalk21.com

October 9-12, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Washington Valley Park, NJ
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Jeffrey Mergler or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 9-12, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Sisters, OR
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: John Rahm or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 14-18, 2008 —National Recreation and Park Association Congress & Exposition

• Baltimore MD
• Join thousands of park and recreation leaders, advocates, partners and suppliers to get in on MORE education opportunities, MORE networking events, MORE exhibitors, MORE sites to see and MORE memories to make!
• Info: http://www.nrpacongress.org/

October 16-19, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Ringwood, NJ
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Jeffrey Mergler or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 16-19, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Olympia, WA
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: David Snyder or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 16-21, 2008 — Pacific Southwest Maintenance Management School

• Lake Arrowhead, CA
• The Conference will support the range of contributions that unique professionals and programs bring to the shared work of community building. Today we need to view our service delivery in a new manner, an approach in which citizens, government, not-for-profits and the private sector must work together. Educational sessions will provide important information on the latest trends and best practices. We have nine training track areas established so you can focus your training efforts over our four day experience
• Info: Leslie Fritz at leslie@cprs.org or 916-665-2777 - http://www.cprs.org/conference-education.htm

October 23-26, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Duncan, BC, Canada
• Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day: The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Brian Kuhn or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

October 28-29, 2008 — Rethinking Transportation for a Sustainable Future

• Louisville, KY
• Introduce new techniques and policies for energy and transportation sustainability.
• Info: http://www.rethinkingtransportation.com/

October 30 - November 2, 2008 — IMBA Trailbuilding School

• Huntsville, AL
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Andy Prewett or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• Ocala, FL
• The Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew program teaches the art and science of trailbuilding by interactive learning and hands-on trailwork.
• Info: Renee Blaney or www.imba.com/tcc/trailschool.html

• Croom State Park, FL
• The Trail Master course is a 4 day certification that delves extensively into the latest techniques for trail design and layout, construction and maintenance on natural surface trails. The last day is focused on crew leader training with safety and efficiency being highlighted. (Must be AERC member or land manager)
• Info: Mike Riter, Trail Design Specialists - trails@traildesign.com - http://www.traildesign.com/