Theodore Hoerr, Founding Principal of Terrain Work, was recently invited to speak at University of Arkansas a part of the “Trail Mix" sustainable trails symposium. “Trail Mix” was an interdisciplinary symposium and workshop dedicated to sustainable mountain bike trail design, on Oct. 3-5, on the U of A campus and nearby trails.

Northwest Arkansas is one of the nation's fastest-growing cycling destinations with a range of world-class trails and a university campus committed to becoming one of the most bike-friendly campuses in the country. The three-day event brought together designers, researchers, cyclists and policymakers to explore the future of trail building and the role of design in shaping outdoor recreation. Participants took part in panel discussions, hands-on workshops and guided rides on some of Northwest Arkansas' most celebrated trails. It was great fun, and a intriguing topic to contemplate how the bicycle can continue to shape our culture and environment into the future!