American Trails brings agencies, trail builders, planners, architects, advocates, and volunteers the latest in state-of-the-art information on all aspects of trails and greenways usually applicable to all trail types, with expert presenters.
Live webinars are free for everyone (and up to 24 hours following each webinar to accommodate different time zones). An American Trails webinar typically lasts between 60 to 90 minutes, with 10 to 30 minutes saved for Q&A at the end. All webinars are recorded, offer learning credits, and include real-time closed captioning in English (other languages available upon request).
American Trails members can access our archived webinars that include a recording, closed caption transcript, and resources slide, and can obtain free learning credits. All follow up materials are available within two days post-webinar and are added to the webinar’s webpage.
Learn about the creation of the Trail Technician Level 1 certification and their curriculum—now a national benchmark for workforce development.
This webinar invites trail designers, planners, and stewards into a radical reimagining of their role—not as prescribers of sustainability, but as participants in a living, animate world. Drawing inspiration from deep ecological traditions, Indigenous teachings, and the spiritual dimensions of place-based work, it offers a reframing of trail design as a reciprocal act rooted in humility, listening, and respect.
This webinar will walk through the latest guidance for planning, designing, building, and retrofitting adaptive mountain bike trails, with a specific focus on nonmotorized, natural-surface trails. The speakers represent the critical stakeholders that should be involved in any aMTB trail project— trail manager, aMTB users, aMTB programs, and trail builder.
Learn how AllTrails is providing free data insight tools for public land managers and park partners to inclusive outdoor nonprofits.
Lay the groundwork by explaining the basics of aggregates, the range of material options available, and why material selection matters. Trail uses include both pedestrian and vehicular pathways in rural and urban settings.
An in-depth exploration of the key components involved in creating and managing a Trail Ambassador Program.
Successful plans and construction tools used to construct multiple span bridges (20 - 60' in length) with center piers in the backcountry with the intention to inspire groups that they DO have the skills in house to construct these structures without significant costs.
Explore the ins and outs of planning events that engage, inspire, and activate your community.
Help attendees evaluate site conditions and user needs to select the most appropriate material—reinforcing your team’s technical expertise and the value of well-engineered materials. Trail uses include both pedestrian and vehicular pathways in rural and urban settings.
This webinar will discuss the proper understanding of treated wood and construction details.
International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) experts will guide you through an overview of the seven critical steps of the Trail Development Process, from initial access and community engagement to long-term stewardship.
This webinar explores how levees can serve a dual role as flood protection infrastructure and recreational trails.
Deliver actionable insights on installation best practices that reduce long-term maintenance and boost user satisfaction. Trail uses include both pedestrian and vehicular pathways in rural and urban settings.
American Trails members can access our archived webinars that includes a recording, closed caption transcript, and resources slide, and can obtain free learning credits. All follow up materials are available within two days post-webinar.
American Trails is a certified provider of the following learning credits and continuing education opportunities:
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Two options available: $250 partner (unlimited available per webinar) or $3,000 sponsor (one available per webinar).
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Candace Gallagher, Webinar Coordinator
Email: candace@americantrails.org
Phone: (530) 605-4395
We offer multi-lingual closed captioning in over 100 languages for our webinars, thanks to a partnership with VZP Digital. English closed captioning is included complimentary for all webinars. If you need an additional language please email us prior to the webinar. An unedited transcript will be sent to all attendees following each webinar.
While we may individually agree (or disagree) in whole or in part with any or all of the participants, the views expressed in these webinars are not necessarily representative of the views of American Trails as an organization or its board and staff. Unless specific situations are noted by presenters, nothing in American Trails webinars should be considered to be interpreted as a standard.
By registering for our webinars, you submit your information to the webinar organizer and associated presenters and sponsors, who may use it to communicate with you regarding this event and their other services. Your organization may also be added to the American Trails Business Directory. You can easily cancel your registration at any time.
