"Zac has a gift for cutting trail - creating cozy outlooks with benches, digging out spots for campfires, and opening up enchanting views. He knows this land; he knows its people."
-Sarah Silbert / Private landowner
Throughout the years, owner Zac Freeman has honed many skills that will help you make your project a reality! Be it large or small, on a mountain, in your town, or in your backyard, Apex Trailworks can work with you with any phase of a trail project, recreational assessment/improvement or community initiative. We are here to help you bring your vision to life, through attention to detail, thoughtful planning and low impact building techniques. We take pride in honest and hard work that makes an impact!
Trail Design, Inventory & Assessment
Successful trail projects start with a comprehensive assessment of the available terrain, features, environmental limitations and the vision for the project. Then move on to a well thought out plan to initiate the layout and flagging, which is then followed by the build process.
Trail construction
This is where we get our hands dirty and start digging, cutting , and creating magic for you. We have the machine operator skills to execute the trail build with attention to detail, thoughtful consideration for the forest ecosystem, water mitigation, all while maximizing the fun meter! We can construct hand built trails in addition to our machine built, sustainable trails for all types of recreation. We also offer backcountry glade design and build as well as xc nordic trails.
Timberframing, Woodworking & Infrastructure
We take a page out of the old-school construction handbooks and like to build timberframe structures with soul. We can produce kiosks, pavilions, bridges, and other timber frame projects you may have. Using traditional mortise and tenon techniques, the finished product has unique character and lasting durability. In addition we can build traditional construction projects if needed. We love creative projects though, so let us know what you're thinking!
Community Development Consulting
Whether it's a community event you'd like to host, a need for recreation development, or simply don't really know where to start, we have the first hand experience to help you analyze, plan and create a vibrant community though events and collaborations! We have hosted many community events, collaborative informational meetings, and worked with a host of different partners to execute successful projects.
Excavation, Landscaping, &
Stonework
Our trail building skillset lends itself very well to general excavating and landscaping projects. We offer site work, landscaping, stonework, trenching, land clearing, and more. Let us know what you have and we can likely help you.
Volunteer Management
Owner Zac Freeman has a long history of successfully managing volunteers from local club members, community members, students, business volunteers and more. Under his direction, your generous volunteers hours will be focused, fun and used efficiently!
Zac's love for the land and outdoor recreation are contagious, and he has shared time, energy and experience with other communities throughout Vermont who are gearing up to seize the day by creating or expanding their outdoor recreation options and resources.
-Paul Costello
Vermont Council on Rural Development