Image Description: A black-and-white photograph captures a group of people in a forested environment with tall trees. They are all wearing hard hats and outdoor work attire. Some are standing in a semi-circle, while others appear to be demonstrating or discussing something related to trail building. One individual in the center is signing in ASL, and the rest of the group is focused on them. Text is in white and yellow says: Trail Building Basics: A Guide for ASL Interpreters in Conservation Setting| Virtual Workshop | .2 CEU Available | March 6th | 7-9 PM EST | Workshops taught in ASL by a Deaf Instructor Without Interpretation
Are you an interpreter in the outdoor industry looking to enhance your skills in conservation settings? Join us for a hands-on workshop focused on interpreting in dynamic, 3D spaces like trails and natural environments. Learn key trail work concepts—including design, safety protocols, brushing, corridor clearing, scouting, and drainage cleaning—to accurately explain trail building and maintenance. Develop strategies for interpreting complex conservation scenarios, using key trail terminology, and navigating worksite boundaries. Gain the confidence to foster seamless communication between Deaf crews and project partners while ensuring safety and ethical considerations in outdoor spaces.
Presenter’s Bio:
Sam 
With over 12 years of diverse field experience, Sam’s expertise spans various roles and capacities. Sam contributes their knowledge as a member of The Nature Conservancy’s Accessibility Advisory Council and serves on the National Safety Committee for Outward Bound Canada. Sam regularly leads workshops and speaks at conferences, focusing on making the outdoors and conservation industry more accessible and inclusive. They dive into critical topics like risk management for Deaf individuals in outdoor settings and practical strategies for incorporating Deaf participants into the industry. Sam is Wilderness First Responder certified, a Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor, a Level A Sawyer, and holds certifications in Mental Health Wilderness First Aid and as a Wilderness First Aid Instructor. In Sam’s free time, Sam enjoys climbing, trail running, skiing, and backpacking.
Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) is an approved RID CMP sponsor for Continuing Education Activities.
This workshop is offered for .2 CEUs in the Professional Studies area at the “some” content knowledge level. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance. The target audience for this activity is: Interpreters who are interested in taking assignments that will take them outside.
Please use the google form below to register and pay for this workshop or to open in another window, click here. If you work with Vancro Integrated Interpreting Services (VIIS) please contact VIIS to register.
