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BIPOC & ALLIES TRAIL SCHOOL

11/17/24, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Work Party
Tennant Trailhead Park
Jarrett Ziemer
Cascades to Sound
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Endorsed by Evergreen
Work Party

Warpaint and Evergreen are excited to invite you to a BIPOC and allies Trail School! 

If you're new to trail work and want to learn the basics, or if you're looking to brush up on essential techniques, this class is perfect for you. Taught and supervised by Warpaint and Evergreen's professional trail staff, you'll get hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Whether you're just starting out or have some experience and want to strengthen your foundation, this is a great chance to learn from the pros! Everyone is welcome.

We especially love to teach new people who have never done trail work before, so don't hesitate to sign up and we will show you the ropes!

 

Class Curriculum

  • Why a BIPOC Trail School
    • Engaging with trail building community as a person of color
  • Sustainability (Classroom)
    • Environmental, Social, and Economic
  • Design and Planning(Classroom)
    • Multiuse, UX, Trail Layout
  • Trail construction and soil types (Classroom)

    • Basic trail construction concepts
  • Drainage maintenance (Classroom)
    • Drain types, best practices.
  • Brushing and clearing (Classroom)
    • Tools, best practices
  • Basic tool and work safety (Field)
    • Tool types, appropriate usage and body mechanics
  • Trail walk and talk (Field)
    • A look at real examples from seen in the classroom
  • Trail Maintenance Work (Field)
    • A site is chosen that covers most of the concepts reviewed in the classroom portion

Location:

Classroom: Evergreen North Bend Office - Google maps link - Door on the northwest side of the building up the stairs.

Field portion:  Tennant Trailhead - Google maps link

Schedule (please plan to arrive a few minutes early so we can begin on time):

  • 9am - sign in, introductions, plan for the day

  • 9:30am - Begin classroom slideshow presentation

  • 11:30am - 12:00 - Lunch
  • 12:15 - Meet at trailhead, talk safety and work plan, walk and talk on trail
  • 1:00pm  - Hike to worksite and begin work

  • 3:00-4:00 - Gather up tools and hike out (Time depending on work, weather, and vibes)

What to bring and wear:

  • Wear layers of clothing appropriate for the weather. We work in the rain! Wear sturdy shoes appropriate for muddy, uneven surfaces.
  • We will provide lunch. You should bring any snacks/drinks you want during the day.
  • Gloves
  • We will provide trail tools

 

Questions: Please contact Jarrett Ziemer@  with any questions.

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No. of Attendees: of 30 max