The mission of the Alaska Trail Stewards Program is to provide volunteer-based trail construction and maintenance services to public land managers and others who have the responsibility to safely and sustainably maintain trails throughout Alaska.
188
trail projects
420,476
feet of trail built, maintained, or protected
13,226
volunteer hours
$393,315
donated labor
Primary Goals
1. Increase the number of skilled and safe volunteers doing trail work on public lands in Alaska
2. Provide a wide variety of opportunities for citizen stewardship of public lands
3. Decrease the backlog of trail maintenance on public lands
4. Promote effective communication and coordination between skilled volunteers and land managers
5. Create a flexible program that can be a model for urban centers and rural communities throughout Alaska
Secondary Goals
1. Create or enhance partnerships between nonprofit organizations and land managers
2. Increase philanthropic support of trails throughout Alaska by engaging businesses and organizations
3. Expand youth engagement in caring for public lands
4. Develop a greater awareness of sustainable trail design and maintenance
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ATS Resources
Benefits to Volunteering
There are so many reasons to give back to trails: the fun, the folks you meet, the skills you learn, and the impact you have on the trails we all love. Alaska Trail Stewards volunteers are essential in maintaining trails across Southcentral Alaska. We couldn't do it without you, and we like to acknowledge all that you contribute, both with copious thank you's, and at special milestones, swag.
Milestone Awards​​​
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5 Events in One Season: Black Hat
A personalized Alaska Trails black hard hat with your name on it.​
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10 Events: Alaska Trails Gray Long Sleeve Shirt
A comfortable long sleeve shirt to wear off or on the trails.​
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15 Events: Alaska Trails Corduroy Hat
A stylish Alaska Trails corduroy hat with an artsy block print logo.​
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20 Events: Alaska Trails Hoodie
A cozy gray Alaska Trails hoodie.​​
