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To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.
To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.
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District Trails Manager, White Mountain National Forest Saco Ranger District
USDA Forest Service
In this manual we have described the common techniques for building a wetland trail. We have also included information on some of the more unusual materials and tools.
An Ax to Grind - Part 1 - USDA Forest Service 1999 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Hanging an Ax, Sharpening.
The use and maintenance of handtools involved in trail work.
An updated edition of the industry standard, "Trail Construction and Maintenance Notebook," first released in 1996.
This document brings together the shared experiences of two Trail Skills College trainings initiated in the White Mountain National Forest and duplicated on the Mark Twain National Forest.
Surface Water Control Techniques for Trail Maintenance - USDA Forest Service 1992 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Learn routine maintenance to prevent water erosion on trail...
Designing trail bridges based on trail-specific Trail Management Objectives (TMOs) is essential for providing the desired trail experience, for ensuring user safety, and for maximizing bridge longevit...
Handtools for Trail Work - Part 1 - USDA Forest Service 1998 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Tools for Sawing, Brushing, Grubbing
The Missoula Technology and Development Center (MTDC), working with trail crews throughout the United States, has standardized a comprehensive document on the use and maintenance of handtools involved...
The Crosscut Sawyer - USDA Forest Service 2007 - Publication 0723-2D02-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Crosscut saws are experiencing a revival not only in designated wilderness areas b...
The Missoula Technology and Development Center (MTDC) was asked to find a good way to maintain a 40-mile (64-k) motorcycle and all-terrain-vehicle (ATV) trail on the Francis Marion National Forest in ...
The Chain Saw and Crosscut Saw Training Course is a 16- to 32-hour course for basic to intermediate chain saw and crosscut saw users. The course is designed to provide the technical knowledge and skil...
This publication provides comprehensive guidance and instructions for applying Trail Fundamentals and Trail Management Objectives. This recently published version includes the original 2008 content, a...
The Standard Trail Plans and Specifications reflect current Forest Service trail management efforts and the agency’s Trails Data Dictionary for constructed features and tasks.
A Synthesis of Research Findings, Management Practices, and Research Needs
Handtools for Trail Work - Part 1 - USDA Forest Service 1998 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Tools for Sawing, Brushing, Grubbing
The built environment, as used in this guide, refers to the administrative and recreation buildings, landscape structures, site furnishings, structures on roads and trails, and signs installed or oper...
A collection of accessibility resources from the USDA Forest Service
Constructing Trail Switchbacks - USDA Forest Service 2000 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Learn how to plan, lay out, construct, and maintain switchbacks.
Trails in Wet Areas: Turnpike and Puncheon Construction - USDA Forest Service 1994 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Learn about turnpikes and puncheons and which will work be...
This guidebook was written to help designers and managers apply FSORAG and FSTAG to their work and to pro- vide guidance for integrating accessibility into outdoor recreation site and trail projects.
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is dedicated to creating inclusive environments that reflect the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). This guidebook provides actionable...
An Ax to Grind - Part 2 - USDA Forest Service 1999 - 0823-2D01-MTDC - Missoula Technology Development Center. Single and double bit, chopping, splitting axes, broad ax, broad ax hewing, adzes, hatchet...
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