Author: William Birchard
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This is the classic, comprehensive manual on how to build a footpath to withstand the beating of 8 million boots a year (some hitting the ground 5 million times), to rest lightly on the land, to preserve the natural resources around it, and to allow a true backcountry experience-all at the same time. It is addressed to those who work on the Appalachian Trail-4,500 volunteers putting in a total of more than 185,000 hours a year-but is used by veteran and novice trail-builders around the world because of the success of the Appalachian Trail system. Illustrated with more than 50 photographs and 100 explanatory drawings, this manual includes design and construction specifications and lists of tools and U.S. suppliers.
Appalachian Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance
Author: William Birchard
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This is the classic, comprehensive manual on how to build a footpath to withstand the beating of 8 million boots a year (some hitting the ground 5 million times), to rest lightly on the land, to preserve the natural resources around it, and to allow a true backcountry experience-all at the same time. It is addressed to those who work on the Appalachian Trail-4,500 volunteers putting in a total of more than 185,000 hours a year-but is used by veteran and novice trail-builders around the world because of the success of the Appalachian Trail system. Illustrated with more than 50 photographs and 100 explanatory drawings, this manual includes design and construction specifications and lists of tools and U.S. suppliers.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
This is the classic, comprehensive manual on how to build a footpath to withstand the beating of 8 million boots a year (some hitting the ground 5 million times), to rest lightly on the land, to preserve the natural resources around it, and to allow a true backcountry experience-all at the same time. It is addressed to those who work on the Appalachian Trail-4,500 volunteers putting in a total of more than 185,000 hours a year-but is used by veteran and novice trail-builders around the world because of the success of the Appalachian Trail system. Illustrated with more than 50 photographs and 100 explanatory drawings, this manual includes design and construction specifications and lists of tools and U.S. suppliers.
Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance
Author: William Birchard
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Appalachian Trail
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Appalachian Trail
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Trail Construction and Maintenance
Author: Potomac Appalachian Trail Club
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
The Complete Guide to Trail Building and Maintenance
Author: Carl Demrow
Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club
ISBN: 9781878239549
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Used by both the U.S. Forest and Park Services, this manual explains how to plan, build, design, and maintain trails.
Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club
ISBN: 9781878239549
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Used by both the U.S. Forest and Park Services, this manual explains how to plan, build, design, and maintain trails.
Appalachian Trail Fieldbook
Author: Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Publisher: Appalachian Trail Conference
ISBN: 9781944958312
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Spiral-bound for easy handling in the field Completely updated to reflect two decades of better trail-work techniques Made for Appalachian Trail work but adaptable to almost any hiking trail This compact fieldbook is both a key supplement to Appalachian Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance and a stand-alone guide for high-standard field work on any trail. Topics covered include trail maintenance and condition evaluation, rehabilitation, structure and camping facility design, and trail-work tips. This edition has been completely revised to reflect new techniques and standards developed by volunteers and staff members under the Appalachian Trail Conservancy umbrella.
Publisher: Appalachian Trail Conference
ISBN: 9781944958312
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Spiral-bound for easy handling in the field Completely updated to reflect two decades of better trail-work techniques Made for Appalachian Trail work but adaptable to almost any hiking trail This compact fieldbook is both a key supplement to Appalachian Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance and a stand-alone guide for high-standard field work on any trail. Topics covered include trail maintenance and condition evaluation, rehabilitation, structure and camping facility design, and trail-work tips. This edition has been completely revised to reflect new techniques and standards developed by volunteers and staff members under the Appalachian Trail Conservancy umbrella.
Appalachian Trail Fieldbook
Author: Morgan Sommerville
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781889386362
Category : Appalachian Trail
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
This 4.25 x 6.25 spiral-bound fieldbook is a key supplement to Appalachian Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance and made for field work. Contents: Trail Maintenance and Condition Evaluation Rehabilitation Structure and Camping facility Design Trail Work Tips
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781889386362
Category : Appalachian Trail
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
This 4.25 x 6.25 spiral-bound fieldbook is a key supplement to Appalachian Trail Design, Construction, and Maintenance and made for field work. Contents: Trail Maintenance and Condition Evaluation Rehabilitation Structure and Camping facility Design Trail Work Tips
Comprehensive Plan for the Protection, Management, Development and Use of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Trail Planning, Construction, and Maintenance
Lightly on the Land
Author: Robert Birkby
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 1594851662
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
From the leading conservation organization--the trail building and maintenance bible, now updated and expanded to meet new techniques and new realities of the 21st century. New chapters on arid lands restoration and involving conservation volunteers. The latest in effective management of work crews of all ages.
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 1594851662
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
From the leading conservation organization--the trail building and maintenance bible, now updated and expanded to meet new techniques and new realities of the 21st century. New chapters on arid lands restoration and involving conservation volunteers. The latest in effective management of work crews of all ages.