The Trail Science

Purpose and Goal:

The primary aim of my study is to clarify the factors contributing to trail erosion in Japanese National Park, mainly in Daisetsuzan National Park. This understanding is crucial for the maintenance and management of trails. By establishing a long-term monitoring system, my study accumulate basic data that can inform future prioritization and maintenance strategies.

Maintenance and Management Strategies: 

The ultimate goal of my study is to use the data collected to develop effective maintenance and management strategies. This might involve implementing erosion control measures such as rerouting sections of trails, installing drainage structures, or adjusting visitor access to sensitive areas during periods of high erosion risk.

Feedback and Adaptation: 

Continuous feedback is crucial for adapting the monitoring system and management strategies over time. As environmental conditions change or new challenges emerge (such as increased visitor numbers), the monitoring system should be flexible enough to accommodate these changes and ensure the sustainability of the trails.

研究の目標

研究の第一の目的は、日本の国立公園、主に大雪山国立公園における登山道の侵食の要因を明らかにすることです．侵食要因の解明は，登山道の維持管理にとって極めて重要です．また，同時に長期的なモニタリングシステムを確立することで、将来の優先順位付けや維持管理戦略に役立つ基礎データも収集していきます．

長期間データに基づく管理戦略

収集したデータを用いて効果的な維持管理戦略を策定します（排水設備の設置や迂回路の検討など）．