Resources
This section offers helpful resources for a variety of audiences, ranging from technical manuals and PS&E Preparation, to portfolio materials, and the other resources included below.
Lifelines DVD
The USDA Forest Service manages one of the world's largest road and trail systems in partnership with FHWA-Federal Lands, states, and volunteer groups. In particular, the forest road network provides the American public with unprecedented access to a vast array of adventure recreation travel options in nature's many special places. They serve as "Lifelines" throughout the National Forest System and to surrounding gateway communities. Now you can watch an inspiring film titled Lifelines that explores this important network of roads and trails and the lands that they serve. As one Ranger says in the film, "When people have access to public lands, they are given a chance to be awed and inspired by these lands, and in the end, to see value in their conservation and protection for future generations."
- View the Promotional Trailer
- The full length DVD is approximately 30 minutes long. A limited supply of copies is available from USDA FS-San Dimas Technology and Development Center. Call (909)-599-1267 to ask about ordering a copy.
Helpful Websites
Toolbox for the Great Outdoors
This toolkit was developed to assist Federal Land Managers to consider traditional traffic engineering and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) solutions that may allow for both increased visitation and resource protection. The website allows managers to enter transportation-related issues on their specific land and receive information about innovative improvement options that may fit their needs — and much more!
Visit the Toolbox for the Great Outdoors Website
TRB: Committee on Transportation Needs for National Parks and Public Lands
The Committee on Transportation Needs for National Parks and Public Lands was established by the Transportation Research Board to serve as a national forum for transportation issues and public use as they relate to the management and conservation of the natural, cultural, and scenic values of the national parks and other federal public lands.
Visit the TRB Committee Website