ATA Volunteerism Benefits

Volunteerism isn’t just another part of what the ATA does – it’s the driving force that powers our accomplishments. There are many rewards that come from giving back to the trail: the fun of working outside, meeting great trail people, and learning to see the trail in a whole new way. For most of us – that’s reward enough. However, the ATA wants to recognize the contribution of our hardworking volunteers.

Check out the benefits of recording volunteer hours with the ATA below – then register for one of our upcoming volunteer events!

Log your volunteer hours in your Engagement Dashboard. Don’t have one yet? Request one here.


50 Hours – Silver
  • Arizona Trail branded hat (we’d pin a star on your shirt, but it’d probably just get dusty anyway)
100 Hours – Orange Hat Brigade 
  • Personalized Orange Hard Hat OR embroidered personalized sun hat (you can’t get THESE in the store!)
  • Recognition in Newsletter and at Annual Meeting
250 Hours – Your Heart on Your Sleeve
  • Embroidered long-sleeve Royal Robbins shirt with 250 hour logo  – You’ve shown how much you love the trail – we want everyone to see it when you walk in the room!
  • Recognition in Newsletter and at Annual Meeting
500 Hours – Trail Boss
  • Osprey daypack with a 500 Hour Badge and your personalization.
  • Recognition in Newsletter and at Annual Meeting