Help us give GTRLC’s trails some TLC! Join us for a workday tackling a variety of tasks aimed to improve and maintain the incredible habitats and access to nature that Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve provides.

The Basics:

GTRLC will supply gloves and tools. We will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, and trail maintenance. No prior experience necessary! A range of activities are available from lightweight trimming to heavy-duty trail work. Participants will be hiking up to 3 miles of trail and taking care of any issues that they find. Porta johns are available at some trailheads, but not all.

The Conservancy follows state, federal and CDC guidelines for COVID-19 and may modify or cancel this event at any time. Do not participate in any activity if you were recently exposed (within 10 days) to someone with COVID-19 or have recently (within 10 days) been diagnosed with COVID-19.

What volunteers will do:

Re-grading the trail bed with hand tools
Building new sections of trail and re-routing sections that need improvement
Hauling and installing stone and gravel in certain sections of the trail
Trimming vegetation to open sight lines
Trailblazing
Other preserve maintenance tasks, including invasive species management, installing signage, etc.
What should I bring?

Dress for the weather! Always check the forecast in advance
Sturdy, close-toed shoes that can handle some mud
Bring a reusable water bottle and some snacks
Sunscreen and bug spray for your safety and comfort
Your favorite pair of work gloves, if preferred
Directions: Our meeting place may vary week by week, so please sign up for your shift below, and we will email you our specific meeting location before the workday.

Registration is appreciated but is not required. Cancellations due to weather, changing COVID-19 restrictions, or any other reason will be communicated with registered participants via email.