This course provides an introduction to trail building. It's designed for those with an interest in gaining employment in trail construction, as well as businesses and land manager wanting to upskill staff.

What’s Involved?

• 2 x half-day theory sessions covering different aspects of trail planning and construction
• 2 x half-day hands-on sessions at various locations working on both hiking and mountain biking trails

Is It For Me?

The Trail Construction Training Course is perfect for you if…

• You are currently working in civil construction, engineering, landscaping, horticulture, or planning sectors and want to understand more about the opportunities to tender for trail building projects
• You work for local government or a state government agency responsible for trails
• You are a member of a club, community group, conservation or land management organisation with an interest in trail construction or maintenance
• You want to start a trail building business or find employment in the trail sector

Cost:

$150pp for waged/businesses; $75pp for unwaged/students.

About the Trainer:

Nick Bowman from Destination Trails Pty Ltd. Specialising in creating trails for all ages and abilities, Nick has over 15 years’ experience as a mountain bike trail advocate and 14 years as a professional trail designer and builder. This experience, along with his time at IMBA Australia, has ensured that Nick has become an accepted expert in delivering sustainable trails and in particular, the implementation of the IMBA guidelines for trail difficulty ratings, design and development, within Australian’s unique ecosystems. Complimentary to all this expertise, Nick has the skills and talent to negotiate safely through the Australian political landscape to make sure trails can become a reality for all sectors of the community.
 

Places are limited. Secure your place today.