Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome and Orientation

  • 2

    Trail Certification Consultant Training

    • Types of Trails

    • What is a trail?

    • Biophilic Design Principles

    • Example: Creating the Mistico Trail in Costa Rica
  • 3

    Step-by-Step of the Trail Certification Process

    • Checklist of Elements and Step-by-Step Guide of the Trail Certification Process
  • 4

    Scope of Trail Consultant

    • Scope of Trail Consultant

    • One or More Trails

    • Role of the Trail Certification Program Coordinator
  • 5

    Fees for Certification - ANFT, Trail Consultant, and Other

    • Costs Structure
  • 6

    Certifying: Existing and New Trail Construction

    • Certifying an Existing Trail

    • Considerations for New Trail Construction
  • 7

    Photo Examples

    • Examples: Trail Photos

    • Examples: Signage Photos

    • Examples: Water Features

    • Examples: Gather Spots and Shelter Photos

    • Examples: Other Types of Features/Structures
  • 8

    Phase 1

    • Register the Applicant

    • Execute 2 Memoranda of Understanding

    • Create a new Trail Application and upload MOUs

    • Methods of Payments - Land Manager to ANFT

    • Assess the Trail and Identify Needs and Opportunities

    • Video: Assessing the Trail

    • Example: Trail Maps

    • Determine and Document Recommendations
  • 9

    Phase 2

    • Signage

    • Self-Guide

    • Improvements, Documentation, Review, and Certification
  • 10

    Celebrate the Certified Trail!

    • Celebrate and Highlight the Trail

    • Example: Photos from Pinnacle Loop Trail Dedication
  • 11

    Re-certification Process

    • Trail Re-Certification
  • 12

    Trail Network and Marketing Resources

    • Certified Trail Network

    • Working with Potential Clients
  • 13

    Quiz & Next Steps

    • Quiz

    • Trail Consultant Certification - Final Steps