Lightly on the Land

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The SCA Trail Building and Maintenance Manual

Bob Birkby, The Student Conservation Association, Jenny Tempest , Lew Shelley

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Mountaineers Books
15 February 2006

Active outdoor pursuits

"
* Comprehensive text on building and maintaining trails
* The latest in effective management of work crews of all ages
* How to build ""sustainable"" trails to fit dwindling park maintenance budgets
* For weekend volunteers, youth group leaders, outing club members, and anyone involved in caring for the land

For half a century, the Student Conservation Association (SCA) has inspired people of all ages to take part in projects that enhance the environment. In settings from city parks to backcountry wilderness, the practical skills presented in its pioneering handbook have been tested in the field by volunteer and professional work crews throughout the nation. Their input enriches every chapter with fresh approaches, new ideas, and modern applications of traditional skills.

In addition to conservation crew leadership and risk management, Lightly on the Land presents the nuts and bolts of trail construction and maintenance; building with rock; felling and buckling; building with timber; bridge construction; and environmental restoration. It gets down and dirty with tools, knots, and rigging. Throughout, it teaches how to build pathways and reshape existing routes to require a minimum of attention over the years -- essential in this era of shrinking park budgets."

By: Bob Birkby, The Student Conservation Association
Illustrated by: Jenny Tempest, Lew Shelley
Imprint: Mountaineers Books
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd
Dimensions: Height: 227mm, Width: 185mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 653g
ISBN: 9780898868487
ISBN 10: 0898868483
Publication Date: 15 February 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Lightly on the Land: The SCA Trail Building and Maintenance Manual

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