What constitutes trail management, who has the authority to manage, best practices for working with the trail management authorities for the benefit of all user groups.
Best practices for preventing issues from becoming problems, and resolving problems within user groups and between user groups. Dealing with issues between user groups and land owners, land managers and governmental agencies.
A working example of how divergent interests are coming together to find a solution to a problem with no easy solutions. A study of what works, what does not, and the lessons that can be applied to other situations that can impact any user group.
Creating specialized training programs for law enforcement that provide knowledge in areas that the officer would not otherwise have any training or experience in that will enable them to better resolve certain situations that they may face.
Trail steward programs increase trail enjoyment, promote trail use and preservation, and enhance your group's visibility, while providing an activity that your entire group can participate in. Learn how trail steward programs operate, and the many benefits that arise out of them.
Where does the "next generation" come from, and how do you reach them? Tips and techniques for fostering the "next generation" that will continue our work.
How to plan and execute a trail event that accommodates varying experience levels and capabilities without leaving people in the dust and discouraged.
A look at a successful program that teaches wild horses, and inmates, the path to a better life and how you can help make such a program work in your area.
How can your group give back to the community through sharing your interest in the trails. How to establish programs, and support, and enhance existing programs in your area.
Trail activities include an element of the unknown. Learn how to deal with animals such as bees, snakes, and dogs.
Do you have the necessary skills, confidence, and knowledge to be on this trail? How do factors such as the weather, impact your ability to handle the trail? Learn how to know - before you end up in a bad situation.
Does you horse have the necessary skills and confidence to be on the trail? Learn how to know - before you are left to figure a way out of a problem.
Autism and Post Traumatic Stress are serious problems for many people, and equine assisted therapy has proven to be very helpful in the treatment of such conditions. Learn more about the successes, and future of such treatment programs from Dr. Grandin and other expert practitioners.
Find out what makes a trail ride fun - and what doesn't. Discover practices that will help you get the most out of your ride.
Do you have the necessary skills, confidence and knowledge to be on this trail? Learn how to know - before you end up in a bad situation.
What do you need, what's nice to have, and what is a waste of time.
You can fit far more into your backpack than you actually need. Learn what to take, and what to leave home.
It's been said that the right hiking boot is worth more than all of the gear in the world. Discover the secret to the right hiking boot, and why it is so important to your hike.
Looks easy on the map but, what if it's not looking like you will make it before the end of the day?
Learn what works best in differing terrains and how to get the most out of what you have.
Steep angle maneuvering is challenging - fun if done right, dangerous if not. Learn how to handle steep angles safely and with confidence.
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