Volunteer Testimonials: What did you like most about volunteering?
“The people, the views, the knowledge gained, the memories. It was amazing and I'll definitely do it again.”
- Paige T., 2021 Volunteer
“Beautiful wildflowers, secluded, and scenic. The team was awesome and the food was outrageously good.”
- Lovina E., 2020 Volunteer
“Camaraderie with others in the group, and the feeling of satisfaction that comes with clearing a full section of trail.”
- Andrew B., 2020 Volunteer
“Getting together with like-minded people to give back to the larger community. I look forward to signing up for a project every year. It is a great opportunity to contribute what and how I can for the outdoor experience for everyone.”
“Hard to pick one thing. The Frank was beautiful and the work was varied and challenging. The SBFC leader was fantastic and gave just enough guidance, support, and leadership.”
“Learning what goes on behind the scenes to trail maintenance in wilderness areas. A lot of hard work and thought processes for what should be removed and how, and what should stay…. introduction to the use of new tools used to clear trails…
Learning from the SBFC staff and the USFS team! All of you rock it! Thank you for the hard work and long hours.”
- Eric P., 2022 Volunteer
The rewarding aspect of clearing a trail that hasn't been maintained in roughly 20 years to access an amazing lake!
-Eric B., 2022 Volunteer
“I enjoyed meeting new people and contributing to the environment around me in a way I have never been able to.”
-Daphne E., 2022 Volunteer