International Trails Summit
2027 Location + Dates Coming Soon!
Every other year, American Trails and the Professional TrailBuilders Association partner to organize the International Trails Summit including:
Concurrent sessions, roundtable discussions, and plenary sessions on broad themes, case studies, and technical training
Networking opportunities with 800+ attendees from the public, private, and non-profit sectors
An offsite day with the Dirt Demo and mechanized equipment, hands-on education sessions, food trucks and more (included in registration)!
A dynamic Exhibit Hall throughout the Summit
Pre- and Post-Summit workshops to provide technical training in a hands-on small group learning setting (optional add-on)
Field trips provide opportunity to explore the area’s trails and beauty (optional add-on)
2027 Location + Dates Coming Soon!
2025 International Trails Summit
The 2025 International Trails Summit brought together 850+ attendees from 17 countries for broad education, countless powerful conversations, and endless inspiration.
The Summit kicked off with James Edward Mills who set the tone for three days full of deep, energizing talks. From dynamic networking and knowledge exchange sessions to Governor Evers hopping on a mini excavator at the Dirt Demo, the energy and enthusiasm were truly palpable.
A few highlights were Offsite Day featuring hands-on equipment demonstrations and field-based education sessions, the youth engagement through NICA Trail Day, and the World Trails Film Festival, which showcased global stories of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of trails.
Huge thanks to the trail professionals, advocates, and enthusiasts who brought their passion, expertise, and vision to Wisconsin.
Upcoming PTBA Conferences
Every other year, PTBA hosts the Sustainable Trails Conference, for 350+ trail professionals, land managers, trail crews, non-profit leaders, and academics.
In December 2025, PTBA is hosting its first international conference in Derby, Tasmania. In April 2026, PTBA is hosting its conference in Boise, ID.
Trail Skills Project
Find trail training opportunities near you and online at trailskills.org.
The Trail Skills Project serves as the hub for workforce development and trail training. PTBA and American Trails are proud collaborators on this project.
