Trailhead Stewardship
The Catskill 3500 Club Collaborates with the NYSDEC to promote Leave No Trace principles
In summer 2021, the Catskill 3500 Club partnered with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) through their Adopt-a-Trailhead program. This initiative engages with visitors at popular trailheads to:
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Promote Leave No Trace (LNT) principles
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Share trail regulations and safety tips
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Encourage sustainable recreation in the Catskills
Volunteer as a Trailhead Steward
We’re looking for members and aspirants to join the Trailhead Steward Program! Trailhead Stewards welcome hikers, answer questions, and help protect our mountains by sharing knowledge and experience.
Program Details
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Training Required: Online/hybrid sessions plus in-the-field orientation
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Limit: 2 stewards per day (or families up to 5)
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Locations: Slide Mountain (CR-47) & Woodland Valley trailheads
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Dates: From Memorial Day weekend to Indigenous Peoples’/Columbus Day weekend
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Schedule: Weekends & holidays
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Commitment: At least 2 volunteer days per season (consecutive or separate)
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Camping: The Club reserves a Woodland Valley car-camping spot for volunteers on select weekends
Volunteer Benefits
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Steward days count toward the Club Service Award
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Earn a Trailhead Steward patch (2+ days in one season)
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Collect annual patch rockers for additional years
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Volunteer as a family (up to 5 people)
Start Your Trailhead Steward Journey Today
Use the form below to get started as a Steward. We'll provide all the information you need to join.
If you'd prefer, you can also reach out directly via email to trailstewards@catskill3500club.org with the required information from the form below.
Already a Trained and Active Catskill Trailhead Steward?
You may sign up for your volunteer dates directly via SignUpGenius.