Catskills Trail Crew
Meeting Place: Varies, depending upon trips. Please see upcoming events for details.
Work Days: Saturday, Sunday
Frequency: Most weekends
About the Crew
We’re looking for volunteers like you to help repair and maintain trails throughout the Catskills Forest Preserve. Our crew offers an inclusive and social environment where you can make a difference while connecting with like-minded individuals.
Check out the links below to sign up for upcoming work trips. By volunteering with the Catskills Trail Crew, you’ll play a key role in enhancing the hiking experience for everyone in our trail community. Come join us on the trail this year!
Get Involved
For more information, contact Matt Smith at [email protected] or Charlie Gadol at [email protected], 732-690-3118.
To volunteer with the crew, visit our Events Page or email [email protected].
Where We Work
Many of our projects are in Harriman State Park. You will find our work on Bear Mountain, West Mountain, Black Mountain, Long Mountain, and at Greenwood Mine – among many other sites. As our name implies, we focus on the “long-distance trails” – the Appalachian Trail, the Long Path, Shawangunk Ridge Trail, and the Highlands Trail.
Training
No experience is necessary and beginners are encouraged to join us! We provide on-site training during each. Our experienced crew leaders and members are eager to teach people of all abilities the skills needed to build and rehabilitate trails. Volunteers will learn the basics of trail planning and construction, worksite safety, material selection and movement, proper use of hand tools, and rigging.
Looking to learn a specific skill? Check out our workshop schedule for specialized courses being offered near you.
Learn More
See what the other Trail Crews are working on and learn more about how you can get involved!