TRAIL WORK

Join us on one of our multi-day trips in the Selway-Bitterroot and Frank Church Wilderness areas to assist the USFS in maintaining and opening trails for public access.

Working as a volunteer with SBFC is one of the most rewarding wilderness experiences you can have!

2024 VOLUNTEER PROJECTS

Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness

Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness

“Going into the woods each year…is like freeing my soul from the rigors of deadlines and never-ending brain fatigue and simply focusing on the feel of the tool in my hands, the sounds of the birds chirping and tree boughs swaying in the wind, and noticing the beauty of every scene that plays out over the miles of trail. There’s an understated importance in taking time to tune into the simple rhythm of progress as the blade sinks deeper into the girth of a downed tree, or noticing the subtle squeeze of young trees that might one day prove to be an obstacle to passing packers, or stopping to breathe when the beauty overwhelms the senses, all the while knowing that you are in a service role with a bunch of [awesome] people who will pat you on the back at the end of the day, greet you with a smile each morning, and share memories that will last a lifetime.” - Lovina E., annual trail volunteer

Volunteer Registration Information

Volunteer deposits

Upon registering as a SBFC volunteer, you are required to pay a credit card deposit in order to secure your spot. For multi-day projects, this amount is $60. For single day events, it is $15.

Volunteer deposits are fully refundable. Expect to receive your refunded deposit in October.

So why the fee? Each volunteer project requires a significant amount of planning and coordination in order to implement. Projects with “no-show” volunteers can’t get the work done that we planned. By placing a deposit, you signify that you understand the details of the project(s) that you are signing up for, and that you are committed to participating. Please contact us at volunteer@selwaybitterroot.org to request a waiver if you want to join us but are unable to provide the deposit. For more information, visit our FAQ page.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you must cancel your registration, you must notify us before 14 days to receive a refund. If we do not hear from you in this time frame or you do not show up, we will accept your deposit as a donation to SBFC. Refunds may be issued in the event of unforeseen complications or medical emergencies.

Other questions? Wondering what you should pack? What a typical day on the trail is like? Visit our FAQ page or contact volunteer@selwaybitterroot.org.

STEWARDSHIP ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Maps of trail stewardship projects and volunteer contributions in the Selway-Bitterroot and Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Areas.

2022 VOlunteer Project Accomplishments

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