INFORMATION ON VOLUNTEERING WITH YUBA TRAILS STEWARDSHIP

 

What kind of work is done on YTS volunteer projects? All of our volunteer projects are designed to protect, enhance, restore, and preserve the Yuba Watershed’s natural places. Specific types of work include trail construction and maintenance, gardening and planting, wildfire and flood restoration, invasive weed removal, ecological and habitat restoration, forestry management, & more.

 

Where do YTS volunteer projects take place? Our volunteer projects take place across the Yuba Watershed, often on public lands including national forests, state parks, and city- and county-owned green spaces. Some projects are near towns, while some are deeper into the foothills & wilderness areas. 

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How long do YTS volunteer projects last?   We have many options to choose from, with some projects only lasting a half-day or a few hours in the evening.  Many projects are a full-day, while some take place over a weekend or several days. 

 

How difficult is the work on YTS volunteer projects?  YTS offers projects for people of all ages and abilities. To help you find projects that fit your desired level of physical activity, each project is rated as easy, moderate, or difficult:

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• Easy – These projects are great for youth and people new to YTS or outdoor experiences. They typically have minimal physical demand and worksites that are easy to access. Easy volunteer activities include tree plantings, pulling weeds, or spreading gravel on trails.

• Moderate – These projects require greater physical activity, such as lifting and digging, and access to worksites may include longer distances and/or require hiking. These projects serve as a great starting point for furthering one's involvement in more difficult projects.

• Difficult – These projects are physically demanding with worksites that are often difficult to access. Tasks are often more technical, such as building rock walls or constructing trail steps. Volunteers are typically required to be 16 or older on Difficult projects.  Some projects may require completing training classes prior to approval.