Building & fixing · Sport & adventure · Nature & animals
What does a
trail builder do?
Designs and builds paths for biking and hiking.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Plans routes, shapes the land, manages drainage, and protects the environment.
Skills to practise
Fitness, outdoor skills, planning.
How to explore this path
On-the-job training, courses in trail building or land management.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Trail Builder connects with Geography, Physical Education. You may enjoy this work if you like outdoors, hands-on.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Sketch a map of a simple trail with three twists and a rest stop.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Printable activities are currently in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Trail builders make paths for biking and hiking.
What helps?
Being strong and loving the outdoors.
Learning about the path
You learn on the job and take courses.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?