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Trail in a Box

Everything your group needs to build a natural surface trail — tools, equipment, and expert guidance. Just add volunteers!

How it works

Would your group like to build a natural surface trail, but lack the necessary equipment? Our Trail In A Box equipment loan program puts professional-grade tools in your hands — here’s how to get started.  This trail building resource is available to Kansas Trails members.  If you’re not already a member click HERE to join.

1

Apply

Fill out the Trail In A Box Application form and email it to info@kstrails.org.

2

Review

We’ll review your project and contact you to work out the details and timeline for your trail build.

Once your trail project is approved by your land manager and we have approved your application, we will loan your group Trail In A Box and work with you and your volunteers to get started. Our trail building experts will demonstrate the safe operation of all equipment and discuss best practices for building sustainable natural surface trails. We provide the equipment and expertise — you provide the volunteers!

What's Inside the Box?

Trail In A Box comes loaded with everything you need for a successful build day.

Hand Tools

McLeods, Pulaskis, loppers, handsaws, and more — equipped for 25 to 30 volunteers.

Power Equipment

An arsenal of power tools that make trail building more fun than work.

Expert Guidance

Our trail building experts will teach your crew safe operation and sustainable building practices.

Easy to Transport

Trail In A Box is a single-axle, enclosed trailer that can be towed by a small pickup truck or SUV with a GVWR of 3,000 lbs. No special equipment or license needed — just hitch up and go.

Ready to Build a Trail?

Get started by downloading the application, or reach out with any questions — we’re here to help.

 

Email us at info@kstrails.org