In July 2024, the Trail Skills Project released an updated Trail Competency Framework with new competencies and further defined the skills (entry, full, expert) associated with each competency. 

Speakers will discuss the update, process, and the new skill breakouts for each competency as well as how they are being used for program and curriculum development, workforce development efforts, bolstering trail stewardship capacity, and professionalization of the trail industry. 

Speakers will also provide instruction on how to engage with the Trail Skills Project as an individual, training provider, and organization/company.