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NWACC Trail Technician Program

NWACC's Trail Technician program teaches the skills needed to create and maintain sustainable trails.

08/21/2026

From simulation to implementation, Trail Tech students gain hands-on experience with the technology and equipment used in modern trail construction. 🌲

08/19/2026

Love trails? Learn how to build them! 🚵🪏🛘

NWACC’s Trail Technician program teaches the skills needed to create, maintain, and manage safe, sustainable trails. From construction and equipment operation to trail planning and design, you’ll gain hands-on experience that can lead to careers across the growing trail industry. 🌲

Think Trail Tech might be for you? Explore the program and see where it can take you! 🤝

08/17/2026

A trail is never just a trail. It’s a place where neighbors connect, families get outside, and visitors experience a community in a new way. Trails support recreation, contribute to local tourism, and help make communities healthier and more connected. 🌲

But great trails don’t maintain themselves. Behind every mile of trail is a lot of planning, hard work, and ongoing stewardship to keep those experiences safe, sustainable, and enjoyable for everyone. 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

That’s what we focus on in the NWACC Trail Technician Program. Through hands-on learning and real-world projects, students gain the skills needed to build, maintain, and manage the trail systems that connect people to the outdoors and strengthen communities across Northwest Arkansas and beyond. Because when we invest in trails, we’re investing in the places and people they serve. 🤝

08/14/2026

Your next trail starts here. 🌲

Turn your passion for the outdoors into real-world skills with NWACC’s Trail Technician Program. Gain hands-on experience, learn from industry professionals, and train with the tools and equipment used to build and maintain trails. 🛠️

Whether you’re looking to start a new career or expand your skill set, this program can help prepare you for trail building opportunities across Northwest Arkansas and beyond. 🥾🌄

Classes begin September 14. Register today and start building your future at NWACC! 🤝

07/28/2026

🌲 Your next adventure could start in the classroom... and end on the trail! 🌲

Did you know that Arkansas residents 60 and older may qualify for the Golden Age Tuition Waiver at NWACC?

That means you could take classes in our Trail Technician Program with tuition waived (on a space-available basis)!*

Whether you’ve always loved the outdoors, want to give back to your community, or you’re simply looking to learn something new, there’s never been a better time to get outside and build skills that make a lasting impact.

Our classes explore topics like:
Sustainable Trail Design
Trail Construction & Maintenance
Trail Planning & Design
Volunteer Stewardship
Community Connections Through Trails
Environmental Best Practices

No matter your experience level, you’ll learn alongside passionate students, gain hands-on skills, and become part of a growing community dedicated to creating and caring for places people love.

To qualify for the Golden Age Waiver, you must:
✔️ Be an Arkansas resident
✔️ Be 60 years of age or older
✔️ Meet NWACC admission requirements

Enrollment through the waiver is based on space availability, so don’t wait to learn more!

📩 Message us to explore upcoming classes and discover how you can turn your love of the outdoors into your next adventure.

*Tuition and select fees are waived through the Arkansas Golden Age Waiver program. Students are responsible for books, supplies, and any applicable special course fees. Space is limited and enrollment is based on availability.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

07/17/2026

Ready to level up your trail skills? 🌲🪚

Join us November 13–15 for our Sawyer Certification at NWACC!

Whether you’re a trail volunteer, land manager, outdoor professional, or just ready to learn how to safely operate a chainsaw, this course is the perfect place to start. No previous chainsaw experience is required!

Over one action-packed weekend you’ll:
Learn chainsaw safety, maintenance, and cutting techniques
Build confidence through hands-on instruction
Complete a full-day field evaluation
Have the opportunity to earn your Sawyer A certification and, for qualified participants, Sawyer B certification

Dates: November 13–15, 2026 (Friday–Sunday)
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM each day
Location: NWACC
Cost: $950

We’ll provide all the chainsaws and equipment—you just bring:
✔️ Long pants
✔️ Long sleeves
✔️ Closed-toe shoes (steel-toe preferred)
✔️ A willingness to learn!

If you’ve been looking for a chance to gain professional-level chainsaw skills in a safe, supportive environment, this is it.

🔗 Register today—link in bio! Spots are limited, and this course fills quickly!

07/14/2026

🌞🚲🔨 Spokes & Shovels Summer Camp Wrap-Up! 🔨🚲🌞

What an incredible week! From riding, building, exploring, and creating to making new friends and sharing plenty of laughs, our Spokes & Shovels campers made every day an adventure.

We watched confidence grow, teamwork shine, and new skills take shape as campers embraced every challenge with enthusiasm and big smiles. Whether they were on two wheels or getting their hands dirty, they made memories that will last long after summer ends.

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing campers, families, and staff for making this camp so special. We hope everyone headed home with happy hearts, great stories, and excitement for next year!

What’s your favorite camp memory? Share it in the comments—we’d love to hear it! ❤️

See you next summer! Until then, keep riding, keep exploring, and keep having fun! ☀️🚴🌱

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

06/29/2026

We’re STILL buzzing from the grand opening of Oz Trails Bike Park! 🤘🚵

What made it even more special? In the weeks leading up to opening day, our NWACC Trail Construction & Trail Maintenance students were out there getting their hands dirty! Building trail, constructing bridges, and helping bring this incredible destination to life.

There’s nothing better than seeing classroom skills turn into real-world impact. These students aren’t just learning how to build trails, they’re helping create experiences that our local community and riders from around the world will enjoy for years to come.

We’re incredibly proud of our partnership with Oz Trails Bike Park and can’t wait for the next opportunity to put students to work on projects that leave a lasting mark on Northwest Arkansas.

Because the best classroom? It’s covered in dirt. 🌲⛏️

OZ Trails Bike Park NorthWest Arkansas Community College

06/16/2026

Ready to build your trail skills and advance your career in the outdoor industry?

Our Trail Technician Professional Intensives are designed for land managers, trail professionals, parks staff, contractors, volunteers, and anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in trail development and maintenance.

Choose from customizable 2–5 day trainings focused on:
🚜 Heavy Equipment Operations
🛠️ Trail Construction
🌿 Trail Maintenance & Stewardship
📐 Trail Planning & Design

Whether you’re looking to upskill your current team, train a new workforce, or deepen your own knowledge, these intensive trainings provide practical, field-based learning led by industry professionals.

✔ Customizable training formats
✔ Hands-on instruction
✔ Real-world applications
✔ Hosted at NWACC or delivered on-site

Interested in bringing a training to your organization or learning more about upcoming opportunities?

📧 [email protected]
📞 (479) 619-2271

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

06/08/2026

WE’RE HIRING!

NorthWest Arkansas Community College’s Trail Technician Program is seeking a Part-Time Faculty Instructor to help train the next generation of trail professionals.

This is an opportunity to work with students who are passionate about building, maintaining, and managing sustainable trail systems while helping shape a growing workforce in the outdoor recreation industry.

We’re looking for someone with experience in areas such as:
• Trail construction and maintenance
• Trail planning and design
• Heavy equipment operations
• Land stewardship and recreation management
• Outdoor industry workforce development

Whether you’ve spent your career building trails, managing recreation resources, leading crews, or working in the outdoor industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Help us prepare students for meaningful careers while strengthening the trails and communities we all care about.

📍 Bentonville, Arkansas
📚 Part-Time Faculty Position
🔗 Link in bio

Apply today or share with someone who would be a great fit.

Address

1 College Dr
Bentonville, AR
72712

Website

https://linktr.ee/nwacctrailtech

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