Do you have trails on your property? Are you a trail user - mountain biker, horseback rider or snow machine operator? Learn how to build and maintain trails for optimum use and minimal repair. Key speaker Jim Lyall will discuss trail design to prevent erosion and methods to repair damaged areas of trail. Proper trail design and maintenance results in reduced sedimentation pollution on our waterways. Multi-use design, culverts and bridges and trail etiquette will be covered as well as questions about specific sites from attendees. FREE

Jim is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in trail layout and design and comprehensive knowledge, understanding and experience with trail maintenance and construction. Jim has designed and built a multitude of trails on Mount Ascutney and the West Windsor town forest. As a trail builder, he takes personal pride in the trail network.

Sponsored by Ottauquechee Natural Resources Conservation District with a Vermont Community Foundation Small & Inspiring grant and support from Green Mountain Horse Association. Contact ONRCD1@gmail.com