The Great Divide Trail Association is primarily a volunteer-run organization, so we’re always in need of passionate individuals who love the outdoors. Even if you have just a few hours to give, it can make a big difference. There are always lots of ways you can get involved, including remotely and outside of peak-hiking seasons! So please reach out to us at volunteer@greatdividetrail.com and we’ll help match up your interests to existing needs.
For trail building trips, please see: Trail Maintenance – The Great Divide Trail Association (trips are posted in the spring, members get first dibs)
Notice: During hiking season, we’ll be a bit slow at answering emails, but we will definitely get back to you!
Fill one of our Urgent needs
(New!) Safety & Environment Chair
We’re looking for a new Chair of the Safety & Environment Committee to support the GDTA in maintaining a strong culture of safety and environmental stewardship across all our activities.
In this role, you’ll help guide and improve the GDTA’s safety practices and environmental standards. You don’t need to be an expert already — training and support are provided, and we have all the tools and templates needed to make this a manageable and rewarding role. You’ll also be supported by our current Chair, who has been in the role since 2018 and is committed to ensuring a smooth and well-supported transition.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the implementation and training of our safety program and environmental procedures
- Promoting Leave No Trace principles and risk management in trail work
- Helping review and improve safety reporting and documentation
Please email volunteer@greatdividetrail.com to find out more!
Secretary – Ensuring Financial Capacity Committee
Are you looking to see how the Great Divide Trail Association funds itself and have a knack for typing fast? The Ensuring Financial Capacity Committee is currently looking for a secretary to help take meeting minutes amongst other things like grant writing, sponsor outreach, fundraising campaigns and so much more. If you have any of those skills (or others) or just want to learn more and want to get involved, email volunteer@greatdividetrail.com to find out more!
Secretary – Trail Protection & Advocacy Committee
Do you have a knack for taking great meeting minutes, whether you type fast or use AI tools? Are you curious about how the Great Divide Trail Association (GDTA) protects the trail and builds important relationships? If so, we’re looking for a Secretary to join our Trail Protection & Advocacy Committee!
This role includes:
- Compiling and distributing meeting minutes
- Sending meeting reminders
- Supporting efforts to protect the GDT and build relationships with key stakeholders
If you’re eager to get involved and support the GDTA, reach out to us at volunteer@greatdividetrail.com. We’d love to hear from you!
Social Media
Are you a social media aficionado with a knack for creating engaging content? Do you understand the ins and outs of Facebook and Instagram? The GDTA is looking for a volunteer to help manage our social media presence, create compelling posts, and engage with our online community. If you love storytelling and want to help share the incredible journey of the Great Divide Trail, this role might be perfect for you!
Fund Developer – Ensuring Financial Capacity Committee
Are you passionate about securing funding for important causes? The GDTA’s Ensuring Financial Capacity committee is looking for a dedicated volunteer to help identify and develop funding opportunities for the trail. If you have experience in grant writing, fundraising, or relationship building with donors, and want to help ensure the long-term sustainability of the Great Divide Trail, we’d love to have you on board.
IT Committee Help
Do you wish you could help the GDTA between hikes and over the winter? Are you pretty handy with computer things? The IT Committee has w-a-y more projects than we have volunteers, and a lot of them are pretty dang sweet. If you have any of the following skills (or others) and want to get involved, email volunteer@greatdividetrail.com to find out more!
- WordPress Administration
- Microsoft 365 Administration
- Website Analytics
- Google AdWords
- Data Analytics
- Web or Mobile App Development
- GIS
- WooCommerce
- AI (because why not?!)
Join a Committee
The GDTA has seven committees who work together to advance the mission of the GDTA, and they’re always looking for new ideas and new volunteers. No matter what your skills or interests are, the GDTA has a role for you.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
There are always lot of ways you can contribute to the trail, so please don’t hesitate to reach out. Contact us today to find out.