Explore Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

Want to help protect, maintain, and promote the Arizona Trail? Whether you like getting dirty, sharing your love for the AZT at events, or lending a hand remotely, there’s a volunteer opportunity for you!

πŸ“§ Questions? Contact us: volunteer@aztrail.org


Ways to Volunteer

πŸ› οΈ Trail Work & Maintenance

Join us on the trail for hands-on stewardship. Opportunities include building, maintaining, and monitoring trail segments.

πŸ‘‰ View Upcoming Events

πŸ“š Trail Skills Institute

Gain valuable skills in trail construction and maintenance through our hands-on trainings.
πŸ‘‰ View Upcoming Trainings

🚴 Remote Maintenance

Hiking or biking the AZT? Join our Remote Trail Maintenance Task Force to report on conditions and handle light upkeep as you go.

🌡 Outreach & Events

Support ATA at community events by staffing booths, sharing info, or helping with logistics. Help share information and inspiration for the trail!

πŸ‘‰ Outreach FAQs

πŸ‘₯ Group Volunteering

Looking to volunteer as a team? We offer custom opportunities for schools, businesses, and organizations.
πŸ“§ Contact us to coordinate: volunteer@aztrail.org

🏘️ Gateway Community Ambassadors

Live in a Gateway Community? Help connect locals with the trail, keep your community’s AZT page current, and promote trail-friendly tourism.

πŸ“§ Interested? Email us: volunteer@aztrail.org


Logging Your Hours

Your time makes a difference β€” and can earn you rewards!
βœ”οΈ Log hours via your AZT Portal
βœ”οΈ Don’t have a portal link?
πŸ‘‰ Request One Here

Pro Tip: Bookmark your AZT Portal link for easy access. If you lose your link, just request a new one β€” old ones will be deactivated.

Why it matters: Logged volunteer hours aren’t just for recognition β€” they’re critical for our reporting to grant funders and fiscal sponsors. Every hour you report helps us secure the resources needed to keep the trail thriving.

πŸ‘‰ Learn About Our Volunteer Rewards Program