we are focused on sustainability
Our values
We believe in a sustainable future. Trails are an invaluable asset that provide recreational and economic opportunities for communities. We work with communities and government towards a sustainable future by balancing the social, economic and environmental aspects of sustainability, as represented in the three circles in our logo.
our goal
Guided by our pursuit of a sustainable future, our goal is to provide cost effective, realistic and relevant strategies to plan or improve trails and recreational parks. We forge robust partnerships with Stakeholders, Rights & Title Holders and Land Managers to create long term planning strategies that expand socioeconomic opportunity while minimizing ecological impact and effectively managing risks.
our team
Avid outdoor enthusiasts, we are passionate about trails.
Our team of professionals hold decades of experience in community & recreation planning, trail design & management, risk assessment & safety planning. More on our team HERE
process
Working collaboratively with clients we distill objectives to summarize desired outcomes. Once the scope of work is set, we’ll create the framework including tasks and timeline, beginning with analysis and data acquisition to determine feasibility and the best way forward. The end result is the creation of a realistic action plan that fulfills objectives to maximize potential.
field assessment
Utilizing applicable guidelines & standards, including regulatory requirements and evolving best practices, we conduct an objective assessment to categorize, geo-locate and inventory deficiencies while identifying opportunities for improvement with site specific prescriptions.
results
The analysis of gathered field data leads to the creation of concise planning strategies that include an inventory of assets, a summary of deficiencies, and the identification of areas of concern, to provide a baseline for future planning. We’ll provide clear recommendations, cost projections and timelines to serve as the basis for a sustainable future.
SLOPE ANALYSIS
For new development or realignment of existing trails, a slope analysis is critical to identify complex areas and opportune terrain. Our plans work in harmony with landforms, including ecological and geotechnical aspects.
“No step in the process of constructing a new trail is more important than surveying a detailed, carefully considered route. A well-surveyed trail that is badly constructed can later be brought up to standard. A poorly surveyed trail, even though built by expert crews, will forever suffer from the initial failure to plan it properly.”
Plan, design & construction
Our planning services include Master Planning, Feasibility Studies, trail surveyance, signage plans & mapping, slope analysis, bridge and structure rendering & 3 D modelling.
Contractor ready renderings result in clear cost projections and consistent results in field construction.
education & training
Our workshops and field training sessions provide the knowledge base and valuable hands-on learning opportunities to increase capacity and improve effectiveness. The graduated training sessions provide participants with working knowledge of current safety, construction and assessment standards, guidelines and sustainable construction techniques for all types of trails. To see a list of our courses, click HERE.
“The sessions and curriculum were great. The duration and material were both very good. With the information provided in level one, we could make a 90% improvement on most of our trails with a little planning and thought.”
For more information on the services we provide,
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