Volunteer
Volunteer on trail projects
When we organize work parties, we will also post a call for volunteers using the Groton Trails Network listserver. More than 450 people receive these posts.
For most projects, we provide the tools. We will specify if we need additional tools.
Projects (easy to harder) include:
- Clearing fallen branches from trails
- Repairing any trail washouts, holes
- Trimming (widening) trails
- Adding/replacing trail markers
- Mowing grass/brush on trails
- Replacing old and rotting trailhead posts and/or add new ones
- Installing signage
- Creating new trails (cutting, stumping, raking, trimming, etc.)
- Improving and stabilizing the footing of the trails, including bench cutting (levelling the trail by cutting into the hillside to create a wider, flatter tread) and adding stabilizing materials to reduce trail damage and erosion
- Building pedestrian, bike, and equestrian bridges over wet areas.
If you are interested in trail work or other ways to help, please fill out the form below to be added to the listserver:
Other ways to volunteer
We could use your help in these area:
- Trail work to help maintain our trails (on your own or with others)
- Public outreach to help in event planning, grant writing, or leading hikes
- Newsletter contributions, whether writing or proofreading
- Multimedia support such as photography, video, and social media
- Administrative help in record keeping or research
Interested in volunteering?
Please use this form to tell us about your interests and skills and to be added to the Groton Trails Network’s Email listserver: