Essential Trail Maintenance – Training Modules

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy developed these training resources on essential maintenance for people interested in caring for the Appalachian Trail, and provides instruction resources for trainers within its staff and A.T. Clubs. New and existing volunteers can benefit from becoming acquainted or refreshing familiarity with the standards to which the Trail should be managed.

Essential Maintenance Training Videos

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Instructor Modules

Instructor Guide – Understanding Safety

Instructor Guide – Trail Alignment & Issues with Water

Instructor Guide – Brushing

Instructor Guide – Marking the Trail

Instructor Guide – Keeping Hikers on the Centerline

Instructor Guide – Trail Condition and Assessment

 

To train others in Essential Trail Maintenance, please be sure you have taken the three modules of the ATC’s Field Leadership Training:

Field Leadership Module 1 (online): Volunteer Recruitment

Field Leadership Module 2 (online): Basics of Project Planning

Field Leadership Module 3: In Person Training. This is available to a group of 5 or more within an A.T. Club. Make an inquiry.

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