Adopt-a-WATER-Trail Program
The Delaware State Parks Adopt-a-Trail Program was established to help individuals and groups become active environmental stewards of the various types of trails within Delaware State Parks. Trail adopters regularly monitor our trails, performing basic maintenance tasks on the trail and reporting larger concerns or issues for staff to address. Through monitoring efforts, our trail adopters help keep the trails clear and safe for all to enjoy. Thank YOU for your interest in being a part of this program!
Trails still needing Adoption:
· Terrapin Branch water trail
· Raccoon Pond water trail
· James Branch water trail
Task you would be completing:
· Pick up trash
· Remove natural debris
· Trim Vegetation
· Report areas of concern
Requirements/guidelines
· Volunteers for this role must provide their own boat (kayak, canoe, paddleboard)
· Supply their own tools to use (hand pruners, hand saw, litter grabber)
· Have boating experience on the water
· Anyone younger than 18 must be accompanied by someone over 18
· Life jackets are required to be at all times on the water
Time Commitment:
Trail volunteers come out to their trail at any time that works for them, within Park operating hours. Volunteers commit to monitoring their trail at least once a month. Trail volunteers can expect to spend 1 - 2 hours on their trails each visit, depending on the length of their trail and work level.
Reporting:
For each monitoring visit, trail volunteers submit a trail report documenting any work that they did on the trail and describing any additional work that would require be done by staff.
Benefits of the Program:
- Park Pass
- Volunteer Badge
- Recognition
Once you sign up under this opportunity you will be emailed to set up a time to meet with the Volunteer Coord. to sign the Service Agreement and complete a trail training.
