What is a Trailhead Ambassador?

Community volunteers that serve as a friendly, informative welcome committee to trail users.
Educate trail users about Leave No Trace information, including trail specific information to improve public safety and protect the natural resources.
Serve as volunteer representatives for land managers and partner organizations, identifying emerging trail issues and visitor concerns to pass along to the Land Manager Representative.

Complete an online 1-hour volunteer training and orientation.
Completely fill out all required volunteer applications, agreements, and timesheets.
Participate in a minimum of two, four-hour shifts in a single season (May to October). Shifts run from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM
Arrange reliable transportation to and from the trailhead
Age restrictions: Volunteers must be 18 years or older to be a trailhead ambassador

Trailhead Ambassador T Shirts after completing your 1st shift
A baseball cap after you have completed your 3rd shift (12 hours of service)
A Nalgene water bottle after you have completed your 5th shift (20 hours of service)
A free Discover Pass after you have completed your 6th shift (24 hours of service)
Personal satisfaction gained by educating others to recreate safely and responsibly
Personal satisfaction gained by protecting the public lands you love
Experience in community outreach and public engagement
Opportunity to win special awards and prizes at the Trailhead Ambassadors End of the Season Celebration

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