Online Hour Submission

Submit volunteer hours through the online reporting form. Instructions for using the form are available here, and additional resources are available on the Dashboard, which all volunteers can access.

Condition Reporting

Volunteers should communicate regularly with their Supervisors regarding trail conditions and other narrative information. Volunteers can track their information on the Trail Volunteer Worksheet, and more information about this communication and condition reporting can be found in the instructions linked above. 

Trail Conference Trail Maintenance Manual Pocket Guide

2023: This is the PDF version of the abbreviated 3″ by 5″ pocket guide to the Trail Conference’s Trail Maintenance Manual, which is on three 3-by-5-inch plastic cards, suitable for carrying with you into the field. Trail maintainers who do not have the cards should work with their supervisor to obtain a set. (Supervisors who are out of a stash should email [email protected]).

Trail Conference Maintainer’s Best Practices

Online Learning Library

A recorded version of the Trail Maintenance Workshop Webinar is available for new trail maintainers or individuals who are interested in learning more about trail maintenance.

Avenza Maps User Guide

Trail Conference Additional Blazing Resources

First Aid Kits

Trail Crews Best Practices

Outdoor Activity Safety Guidelines