Natural Environment Trails Volunteers
Opportunity Details
Toronto’s natural surface trail network is a popular destination for mountain bikers, hikers, runners, dog-walkers and nature enthusiasts. Good trail design and maintenance helps protect the natural environment, keep trail users safe and ensure an enjoyable trail experience. As a volunteer you will:
- Re-route trails away from unsafe and eroded areas
- Rock armour over exposed tree roots
- Build safe and sustainable water crossings
- Install interesting trail components
- Planting native trees and shrubs
- Closing trails for regeneration
All tools and training are provided, and no expertise is required.
Where
There are two ways to help out:
Weekly
The Crothers Woods Trail Stewardship team meets at the Thomas Hauser Memorial Trail Head, 11 Redway Road (south end of the Loblaws parking lot).
- Starts April 30, 2018
- Every Monday, not including holidays
- 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Special Events
Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Meet at Crothers Woods Pottery Road trailhead at 200 Pottery Road
- Limited parking available at the trailhead, with extra free parking at Todmorden Mills Park
Saturday, June 16, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Meet at Thomas Hauser Memorial Trail Head at 11 Redway Road (south end of the Loblaws parking lot)
How to Apply
To join the weekly team, contact trails@toronto.ca.
For special events, individuals and small groups can simply drop in. Groups of 10 or more should register in advance by emailing trails@toronto.ca.
