FTA has extensive training and credentials
As a community trail organization, FTA promotes specialized training for its membership. Understanding trail design and the considerations of landmanagers helps create effective relationships. Here are some projects we have engaged in that have reflected this commitment to sustainable flowy trail.
Early members begin collaboration with USFS in Downieville
The historic mining trail, Chimney Rock Trail is adopted and opened for bikes. This creates the first bike loop and race course for early biking in Downieville. 4 miles
1990
1994
Historic Trails in Forest City found and work begins
The historic ditch trail that connected Forest to Plum Valley is flagged and clearing begins on this 7 mile contouring trail.
1996
Zachi is hired to design and build a trail system for the Encompass Organization in North San Jaun. 2 miles
1998
Work is started on the 12 mile Truckee Ditch Trail. Volunteers work on eastern portion up to Yomana Mtn.
Around 4 miles.
1999
More historic alignments identified and work is started on the Sandusky Trail. 2 miles
2003
The 45ft long stone arched bridge is proposed for the Sandusky Trail and permission is given for us to use heavy equipment.
2004
The Sandusky Trail East is started. Exciting new alignment to connect to Pliocene Ridge Rd. 4 miles.
2006
Work started with BYLT on two major bridges in Grass Valley for the Loma Rica Trail.
2007
Alignment and construction of Ridge Runner in Forest City, 4 miles.
2008
Alignment and construction of High Grade in Forest City, 4 miles.
Contract to build Pioneer Trail segment with 7 stone walled switchbacks.
2009
2012
Alignment and construction of Loma Rica Trail in Grass Valley. Used for the Nor Cal State Championships.
FTA given local hero award.
FTA members accepted into week long federal trail training course and are certified.
2010
2011
2013
Begin alignment research on Scotts Flat Trail
Purchase 1st skid steer and shape blade
Start work on TDT improvement project, FC Ca
Begin assesment work on Tribute Trails Project.
Start construction of STP Trails in Forest City, 7 miles
Continue work at Montana De Oro State Park, BeeBee Trail 3 miles
Purchase Yomana House in FC as education center and base camp
Purchase Compactor
Complete 180 bridge, Mascaz Trail
Complete Bow Tie Bridge, Mascaz Trail
Start Oaks Peak Trail for Montana De Oro State Park
Begin Culvert Trail, Auburn Ca
Start work on MASCAZ Trail, Private, GV Ca
Purchase second skid steer, SK650
Complete Freedman Trail, Private, GV Ca
Build Napa County 'Connector Trail', 1m
Build Segment of Hidden Falls Trail, Placer County Parks, Auburn Ca
Complete Culvert Trail, Auburn State Parks, Auburn, Ca
Continue work on STP Trails, Forest City Ca
Final review of Mexican Mine Trail prior to NEPA
Complete Scotts Flat Trail
Pruchase material hauler, SC75
Complete 3 bridges project, Tribuete Trails, NC, Ca
Complete Spiral Feature, Mascaz Trail
Start Suspension Bridge Project, Tribute Trails, NC Ca
Build Willow Creek Trail Head, Los Padres National Forest, USFS
Start Montezuma Private Project
Awarded Velencia Vista Trail Contract, Napa County
Sign new 2 year contract with NID
2014
Prepare new segment of Mexican Mine Tr for final NEPA
Build Napa County Venlencia Vista Trail
Complete Tribute Trails Suspension Bridge Project
Montezuma Trail Project
FTA's new Yomana House Members Retreat Restoration