# Event Details - **Event Name**: VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Two-day training focused on water management and best management practices for trail professionals in Vermont.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/2e7e2d50-3c74-11f1-a7b9-598dddd66895-rimg-w1200-h261-dc000000-gmir.png VOBA Professional Trail Building Training–Water ManagementDates: June 4-5, 10 am - 3 pmLocation: Mt. Peg area trails. Exact location TBA upon acceptance to the cohort.Description: Are you a current or prospective staff member of a Vermont business, organization, or municipality working on the maintenance or construction of natural surface trails?This free 2-day training is designed for those entering or currently employed in trail jobs involving trail construction and/or maintenance in Vermont. The training will develop skills in reading the landscape to determine drainage patterns and how to accommodate them to create or maintain sustainable natural surface trails. In a mixture of classroom and field time, participants will learn and apply skills in identifying and assessing drainage patterns and learn best practices for how to plan and accomodate for adequate drainage using a variety of methods and structures.The training curriculum is anchored in Professional Trail Builders Association (PTBA)’s skills competencies and the applicable multi-use Best Management Practices (BMPs) from Vermont Mountain Bike Association. Instruction will be provided by veteran professional trail builders from Sinuosity.With increasing frequency and severity of climate-related hydrological events in Vermont, designing and maintaining trails with adequate drainge structures is key to the resiliency of our trail networks and communities. Professionalize and prepare to meet this challenge head on by learning the necessary skills through this free VOBA training.PTBA Trail Skills and Competencies:Construction:Demonstrate understanding of basic natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trailsMaintenance:Demonstrate understanding of natural and stormwater induced drainage effects on trailsIdentify locations and the appropriate drainage feature with supervisionSustainability:Demonstrate understanding of trail sustainability as it relates to physical durability, resource conservation, user expectations and experience, and ongoing managementThe training is organized by the Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance and hosted by the Montpelier Parks & Trees Department.Other Details:Apply by 12pm on May 29, 2026.Confirmation of acceptance will be emailed June 1. Registration does not guarantee admission to the cohort.Please do not register if you cannot commit to full participation of the two days.Maximum class size is 10.At the end of each day, there will be plenty of time to ride. Bring your bike!Eligibility:Priority will be given to those currently employed and those seeking trail employment.Priority will be given to under-represented communities in the occupation (women, BIPOC, LGBTQ, New Americans, people with disabilities, etc.)If you have any questions, please email Brian at blamoureux@gmscllc.com or Kelly at kelly@vermontoutdoorbusinessalliance.com. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/woodstock/voba-professional-trail-skills-training-water-management|upper-valley/100001986989502089 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, Workshops, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Woodstock - **state**: VT - **country**: United States - **location**: Mount Peg Area Trails - **lat**: 43.6242442 - **long**: -72.51851119999999 - **full address**: Mount Peg Area Trails, TBA, Woodstock, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/246d2a6e1266c67c29d2c35568cd2e713268fc88d91f14ee5bda454ca7206af5-rimg-w1200-h488-dcd5c4aa-gmir.jpg?v=1776660527 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley being held? - **A:** VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley takes place on Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Mount Peg Area Trails, TBA, Woodstock, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley? - **A:** VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley is organized by Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** VOBA Professional Trail Skills Training–Water Management|Upper Valley is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Woodstock, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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