This workshop is being held in La Crosse, WI (2 hours from Madison). Attendees will be based in La Crosse during the workshop and will receive lodging options via email.
Dates: Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13
Cost: $800
Level: Intermediate
Some basic trail design (i.e. clinometer use), construction (hand-building techniques), and mountain biking knowledge would be beneficial, but not required.
Maximum Size: 12 students
Classroom Site: TBD (La Crosse, WI)
Field Site: Community Trail Farm
Schedule:
Day 1- 8 am - 5 pm (Classroom/Field)
Day 2, 8 am - 5 pm (Field)
Description
Leading professionals from Pathfinder Trailbuilding and Kay-Linn Enterprises will provide participants with a literal top-to-bottom, hands-on demonstration of one of the most challenging mountain bike trail development challenges - a progressive, beginner-friendly flow trail.
Field-based learning will include both design and construction, and classroom instruction will provide a background and opportunity for discussion.
Learning Objectives
1. Utilizing grade and landform to design beginner-friendly mountain bike flow trail.
2. Understanding specifications and constructing to those specifications to develop a high-quality riding experience that builds bike handling skills and confidence.
3. Hands-on construction experience that translates to an understanding of ongoing maintenance and operations needs to retain a high quality beginner flow trail, minimize liability exposure, and set the progression stage for more challenging trails in the future.
Instructors
Adam Buck, Pathfinder Trailbuilding (PTBA Member Company)
Adam Buck has been building trail since 2005 when he worked on the first downhill specific trail in Minnesota at Spirit Mtn Ski Resort. Before becoming a full-time trailbuilder in 2013, Adam did event and media production for Red Bull Energy Drink. Adam founded Pathfinder Trailbuilding in 2017, and has built trails that push the boundaries of fun, connect communities, and work with the environment to create a place for trail users to connect with nature.
Scott Linnenburger, Kay-Linn Enterprises (PTBA Member Company)
Scott Linnenburger’s successful work on more than 100 trail projects in the federal, state, local, and private sectors demonstrates a keen ability to assist clients in developing projects that fulfill their mission, protect natural resources, and enhance community sustainability. Prior to founding Kay-Linn Enterprises, Scott was the Director of Field Programs for the International Mountain Bicycling Association, where he grew the field programs budget by 300% and doubled the programs’ staff size in five years. He was previously on the Board of American Trails and the Professional Trailbuilders Association. Scott has a Masters of Environmental Management from Duke University’s Nicholas School, with a focus on wetland/stream ecology, restoration, and habitat planning.