Several opportunities are available for volunteers interested in participating in the Trails Forever effort to maintain and enhance the Presidio’s extensive trail network. Trails Forever is a park-wide initiative sponsored by the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, National Park Service, and Presidio Trust.

PRESIDIO TRAIL CREW VOLUNTEERS

Monthly Volunteer Work Days

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10 am to 1 pm, volunteers work alongside the Presidio Trust Trail Crew to repair and maintain Presidio trails. To participate, contact the Presidio Trust Volunteer Coordinator at (415) 561-5333 or volunteer@presidiotrust.gov. Meet at the Inspiration Point Overlook on Arguello Boulevard, just inside the Arguello Gate.

The 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9 am to Noon, volunteers help maintain trails and construct new trails at various locations throughout the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Occasionally these work days take place on the Presidio’s coastal trails. For more information call (415) 561-3077 or volunteer@parksconservancy.org.

Group Service Projects

Groups can schedule trail service projects. To schedule a group project, contact the Presidio Trust Volunteer Coordinator at (415) 561-5333 or volunteer@presidiotrust.gov or the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Volunteer Coordinator at (415) 561-3077 or volunteer@parksconservancy.org.

National Trails Day

On the first Saturday of June, volunteers help maintain trails and restore trail-side habitat areas in celebration of National Trails Day. To find out how to participate, call (415) 561-5333 or email volunteer@presidiotrust.gov.

TEENS ON TRAILS

This program is designed specifically for teens, offering an opportunity for students ages 14 and up to help to maintain trails on school holidays. Programs take place in various locations throughout the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, occasionally in the Presidio. For more information, visit the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy website.