While leaps made in technology have undoubtedly made it easier to find—and remain on—the proper trails, there are many ways to create and utilize a good map.
When we think of DEI, specifically in the realm of trails and trail users, do we think about adaptive trail users: recreationalists who use a hand cycle, wheelchair, or other mobility aid, carbon blade or other prosthetic, or those who are visually or hearing-impaired? If we don’t, we should.
Natural areas have experienced heightened changes and distress in the past few years. The combination of a pandemic and climate change has affirmed how important it is to build sustainable trails that can support a growing outdoor population.