TART Trail Ambassador Program
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Below is an overview of the attached Powerpoint presentation:
The Trail Ambassador Program is a volunteer position for trail enthusiasts who wish to contribute to the community & TART Trails by educating & assisting trail users.
Their objective is to create a community of members to volunteer and become an active voice in representing TART Trails Inc.
- The goal is to create & maintain sustainable, open, safe and fun trails for all users.
- Educate others.
- Assist trail users for a more enjoyable experience.
- Promote the safe, responsible & enjoyable use of the trails.
- Have fun.
The Trail Ambassadors duties are
- Represent TART positively & exemplify proper trail etiquette
- Assist in trail maintenance & hazard reporting
- Maintain & report logs in a timely fashion
- Inform, assist, and educate
- Provide information to trail users (regulations, directions, mileage to destination, etc.)
- Provide mechanical assistance & assist in emergency situations to the limit of your ability
- Enjoy Yourself
There are four types of Trail Ambassadors:
Roaming Ambassadors
- Uses the trail frequently
- Willing to represent TART while out on the trails
- Assist trail users when necessary
- Answer questions from other trail users
- Report maintenance issues
- Present a “watchful eye” along the trail
Stationary Ambassadors
- Represent TART at open houses to greet, inform, assist, and educate users of the TART Trails
- Encourage trail users to support TART through volunteering, membership, and/or financial support
- Obtain feedback through TART surveys and sign-up sheets
Trail Maintenance Ambassadors
- Check specific sections of the trails for maintenance issues/concerns
- Each trail section will have a site specific maintenance checklist
- Inspect the trail & signing for safety and functionality
- Check for trail hazards: damaged-missing signs/benches/pavement markings/bridge conditions
- Ensure “clear vision areas” at all driveway & road crossings
- Trailheads checked for cleanliness
- Report vandalism
- Some small problems may be fixed on site – i.e. downed limbs, debris on trail, litter, etc.
Program/Educational Ambassadors
- Offer a useful service to TART users & members, such as:
- A trail user who wants to start a running group, ski group, walking group, etc
- A birder who can lead a hike on the trails
- Limited only by the imagination
- All program/educational outings must be approved and coordinated through the TART office.
All TART Trail Ambassadors
- Report total on-trail hours
- Exemplify proper trail etiquette
- “Talk TART” with trail users
- Wear the Trail Ambassador approved identification/clothing
- Enforce trail guidelines
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