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General Skills Training
Strengthen your connection with the natural world, sharpen your trail navigation skills, and learn how your contributions can leave a lasting impact on the trails you love
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The Ecosystem Around You
Discover the living world around you, sharpen your plant identification skills, and become a steward of ecological health through practical learning.
Connect with Nature Using Seek and iNaturalist!
A 5-Part Video Tutorial
General Plant Identification and Invasive Plant Management Webinar
Designing and Planting with Native Plants
Preparing for the Trail
Learn how to navigate the outdoors confidently, improve your movement and readiness, and make the most of your trail experiences through essential preparation tools
Avenza Maps App
To learn how to use the popular app that houses our digital maps
Making the Most of Your Legacy Series
Explore the ways you can extend your love for trails and conservation beyond today through thoughtful giving, strategic planning, and community engagement.
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