Stepping Up for Trails

sue_squared

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 A2: I think people are so busy with their own trips, kids, family, work etc, they just want to enjoy bein… https://t.co/k26WmZKQ4l

t_jh2009

replying to @t_jh2009 A2: Finding the time is a big factor to volunteering especially if it means time away from family, so informing oth… https://t.co/RQBd2fzTjQ

eddieG805

replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @UST_Survival @t_jh2009 Doing pretty well been crazy busy st work and then beef jerky after work keeping… https://t.co/9VdWemPtfI

danielhuman

replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @UST_Survival On my packs I keep my belt pouches just for packing out other people's trash #GearMeOut

TaigaAdventures

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A1. First find a spot that is near and dear to you, then find out what is needed. #gearmeout

mjn126

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 A2: I wonder if you're not in "tune" with outdoor communities if it gets publicized? I don't hear anythin… https://t.co/QU8X6JiaYN

RCGibby73

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 A2: sometimes in more urban areas, it’s not knowing where to look for those opportunities #GearMeOut

PicklesTravel

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @UST_Survival @danielhuman That’s definitely what is going to happen in MN. 14” this weekend and more on… https://t.co/gnVQUiMdBb

t_jh2009

replying to @sue_squared @sue_squared That's kinda what I stated in my reply. #GearMeOut

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 A2. I can only speak for myself on this, but full time work, family, and other commitments don't leave a… https://t.co/a6f5moUPZa

UST_Survival

replying to @sue_squared @sue_squared @t_jh2009 It is hard to find time, what would be a suggestion you would have to make it easier for people? #GearMeOut

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @PicklesTravel @PicklesTravel @eddieG805 @UST_Survival @danielhuman Yikes! #GearMeOut

sue_squared

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @t_jh2009 not sure. I struggle with this too. I find I don't volunteer because I'm so busy..#gearmeout

UST_Survival

replying to @danielhuman @danielhuman @RCGibby73 I would need a pretty big bag for some I find, like that TV in the photo. #GearMeOut

RCGibby73

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @UST_Survival @t_jh2009 Sweet. Enjoy that trail! #GearMeOut

danielhuman

replying to @PicklesTravel @PicklesTravel @eddieG805 @UST_Survival Google reminded me today what I was doing one year ago and everyone was wea… https://t.co/hLe6fJEfz1

UST_Survival

replying to @PicklesTravel @PicklesTravel @eddieG805 @danielhuman Hopefully this summer you get to finally see some color. #GearMeOut

naturetechfam

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 #GearMeOut A2 For us, it is a matter of finding volunteer activities that work for families with small ki… https://t.co/nfWpFHIO05

TaigaAdventures

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 A2. Depends on location, here it seems to be the same people that volunteer for everything, sometimes the… https://t.co/FGsD412Xdv

PicklesTravel

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 A2- I don’t know that they do that good of a job letting people know that there are volunteering opportun… https://t.co/hr8PtT8QdH

eddieG805

replying to @t_jh2009 @t_jh2009 I think it’s really a lack of time available and effort. I know with a family of my size it’s hard to mak… https://t.co/nXvj3xNUht

UST_Survival

#gearmeout RECAP in progress: Be our stars! [recaps by @Travoscape] #travel #explore https://t.co/E3CHR0gSs2

UST_Survival

replying to @mjn126 @mjn126 @t_jh2009 Some places have outreach programs, but it is hard enough to get funding to keep your park runnin… https://t.co/3pHsWjdhxy

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @TaigaAdventures @TaigaAdventures @t_jh2009 Coordinating volunteers in any organization that relies heavily on volunteers to get thi… https://t.co/bzkWbyB2kr

eddieG805

replying to @PicklesTravel @PicklesTravel @UST_Survival @danielhuman Omg I would be in heaven. #gearmeout

naturetechfam

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @t_jh2009 Great point here. Maybe check with your local trails or parks to see what can be done on non-organized days? #GearMeOut

mjn126

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @t_jh2009 Oh, definitely. I guess if you take time to look at the bulletins posted on the info board… https://t.co/BXruRu35Vf

UST_Survival

Q3: Have you ever taken a “Volunteer Vacation” where you participated in a project or other event meant to protect,… https://t.co/JP9faPR0Eo

eddieG805

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival @PicklesTravel @danielhuman Yes I have a feeling one warm day everything will just turn green at once #gearmeout

danielhuman

A2 As someone who works in volunteer organizations, volunteerism is down everywhere. I think we've unfortunately c… https://t.co/oAaUTAbCtp

EmandTheGang2

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival I've always enjoyed trail restoration projects. Although trails are there disturbing the environment… https://t.co/gVuOIiD4K2

sue_squared

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3: I did years ago where I took a group of highschool students to Raleigh for a Habitat for Humanity… https://t.co/pIz9vcnd8m

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @t_jh2009 I agree, Eddie. Many organized volunteer events that I've wanted to take part in in the past h… https://t.co/sekriT1VVe

t_jh2009

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3: I haven’t taken a “Volunteer Vacation”, but when I was with Habitat for Humanity I was considerin… https://t.co/yPrtj6uYBU

naturetechfam

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival #GearMeOut A3 No we haven't but it sounds like a great idea! 😁 We would do it if we had the info and time to plan.

eddieG805

replying to @Todd_the_Hiker @Todd_the_Hiker @TaigaAdventures @t_jh2009 I can only imagine the stress level involved with it! #gearmeout

UST_Survival

replying to @EmandTheGang2 @EmandTheGang2 Trails do a lot to get people interested in the outdoors to want to protect them further. #GearMeOut

UST_Survival

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @PicklesTravel @danielhuman I hope this strongly for all of you. #GearMeOut

RCGibby73

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival A3: I’m afraid to say I’m not that altruistic. With limited time off as it is, I need every one of th… https://t.co/r00G8ICzGA

UST_Survival

replying to @danielhuman @danielhuman You have to be the change you want to see. #GearMeOut

PicklesTravel

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @UST_Survival @danielhuman It’s gorgeous, don’t get me wrong, I just miss spring! (And am over winter) #gearmeout

mjn126

replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @UST_Survival Man, we work 11-11.5 months per year! It's nuts...#GearMeOut

sue_squared

replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 @UST_Survival I think this is another hold back for people volunteering. #gearmeout

eddieG805

replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @t_jh2009 Hmm good call, one day tho the clouds will open the sun will shine planets will align and… https://t.co/xpoiCRc4x9

UST_Survival

replying to @RCGibby73 @RCGibby73 That's fair, mental health is more important than people give it credit for. #GearMeOut

t_jh2009

replying to @mjn126 @mjn126 @UST_Survival Many of the National Park Service areas websites have volunteer information listed. #GearMeOut

TaigaAdventures

replying to @Todd_the_Hiker @Todd_the_Hiker @t_jh2009 It is and sometimes when there is no one to coordinate those volunteers they don’t or can… https://t.co/UslAoiLNlV

danielhuman

A3 #GearMeOut Probably the closest is when members from my chapter of the Adirondack Mtn Club worked for weeks to m… https://t.co/fuFAqj5myA

eddieG805

replying to @UST_Survival @UST_Survival Not yet but my wife and I have actually looked into s couple of programs similar to this but it was m… https://t.co/CrlYuyYAkc

Todd_the_Hiker

replying to @eddieG805 @eddieG805 @TaigaAdventures @t_jh2009 My wife does that for our pre-school age classrooms at our church managing th… https://t.co/FF37VuHN6d