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Volunteers help maintain and expand trails in the Sam Houston National Forest (SHNF).
Volunteers can get involved administratively or on the trail. They can serve all trails, some trails, or choose a specific user group.
The four user groups are:
Cycling
Equestrian (horses)
Hiking
Motorized
The user groups have different levels of involvement and needs. Variations of needs are due to the type of trail, Trail Maintenance Objectives (TMO), storm damage, and grant projects. Collaboration and help between groups is frequent. We'd love your help regardless of interest.
When the Coalition has grants with match requirements, volunteer time is worth $21.35/hour, and then volunteers contribute in two ways: (1) the actual work done and (2) the supplies, material, and professional services they've helped pay for. However, this time only counts when the volunteer hours are submitted!
The Sam Houston Trails Coalition exists because of volunteers. Maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation wouldn't happen without these advocates. We hope you'll get involved!
If you would like to receive notification of upcoming service projects, do the following:
When joining the Coalition, select "Yes I'm interested in volunteering" on the Membership Form.
You can also specify your interest in volunteering through the New Volunteer Form.
You will need a Volunteer Service Agreement (VSA) to volunteer in the forest. Complete the form prior to working on the trails. Please note that minors under the age of 18 must complete an Individual VSA and be accompanied by a parent/appointed guardian.
Local Groups
The Sam Houston Trails Coalition, FB
CYCLING
Greater Houston Off-Road Bikes Association, FB
EQUESTRIAN
Richards-Raven Equestrian Trail, FB
HIKING
Houston Area Trails and more, FB
MOTORIZED
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