Trail Building 101
Workshops and fieldwork training stewards of the Kennebec Estuary
Starting March 4, 2009
What: A series of workshops and fieldwork to train stewards of the Kennebec Estuary on where to site trails, how to build trails, and how to maintain trails.
Who: Anyone interested in helping with land stewardship in the lower Kennebec –
West Bath, Bath, Woolwich, Arrowsic, Georgetown, Westport Island, and Phippsburg.
Participants are encouraged to attend all classes, and will be considered a resource for trail management in their communities. Future roles may include adopting a LKRLT property for maintenance and monitoring; specializing in a skill (ie: bridge building) or leading groups of trail volunteers.
When: Six classes spread from March - October, culminating with a thank you party.
Where: Classes will take place in various locations in the Kennebec Estuary.
How much: The program is free, with a preferred commitment to volunteer with LKRLT and train others in what you have learned. Trails are an incredible asset for outdoor education, nature study, recreation, exploration and relaxation.
Your work will directly benefit your community.
Program Schedule
1. March 4 Trail Building Overview
Over 20 people attended to learn where to put trails to protect natural resources while providing public recreational access. How to design trails to withstand anticipated use and minimize maintenance.
CLASS AGENDA 
TRAIL PLANNING FLOWCHART
2. Saturday, April 18 Tool Sharpening Workshop
Presented by: Bob Meade, professional sharpener. Over 25 participants brought hand tools to sharpen such as loppers, clippers, and axe.
Location: Georgetown Fire Station.
3. Saturday, May 16 9:30-11:30 Invasive Plant Identification and Eradication Techniques
Japanese knotweed, Japanese barberry, phragmites… where did these plants come from and how can we control them so native flora can flourish?
Location: Sewall Woods Preserve, Bath
4. Friday, June 5 & Saturday, June 6 Trail Techniques
5:30-7:30 9:30-11:30
How to protect trails from erosion and streams from siltation through the use of water bars and stream crossings.
Saturday a work crew will build a stream crossing or install water bars in honor of National Trails Day.
Location: Weber Kelly Preserve, Georgetown.
5. Saturday, September 12
9:30-11:30 Maintaining Existing Trails
How to identify, prioritize and fix problem areas. How to mark and brush trails to ensure that visitors stay where you want them.
Location: Merrymeeting Fields Preserve, Woolwich
6. Thursday, October 8 5:30-7:30 Volunteer Thank You Party
Wrap up the series and thank all volunteers who have contributed to the maintenance and improvement of LKRLT properties.
Location: tbd
Sign Up Now! call 442-8400 or email alicia@lkrlt.org
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