Volunteers are the heart of Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and there are multiple ways to get involved. If your interest is building or maintaining the trail, picking up litter, assisting a hiker, promoting the MST at a local event, or working from home entering data, we have it all!

Explore the opportunities below and click on LEARN MORE to register through CERVIS, our new online volunteer software management system.
To log your volunteer hours once you’ve registered, follow the guidelines shown here.
If you have questions or need guidance, contact Sherri at sseagroves@mountainstoseatrail.org

Volunteers at work in Guilford County © Greg Yahn

Build and Maintain the Trail

Volunteer workdays may involve new trail construction, maintenance of existing trail or litter pick up. Most workdays are suitable for all types of experience levels. See more details on trail workdays.

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Host a Booth at a Festival

We are invited to attend numerous festivals and events throughout the year and need volunteers to set up and staff the booth. We will provide a festival kit which includes maps, handouts and more!

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Become a Trail Angel

Trail angels provide vital help for long-distance hikers along the MST. Typically, trail angels offer help with lodging/camping, showers, meals, laundry, shuttle, local expertise and advice. See more details on becoming a trail angel.

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Work From Home

Whether it’s building an inclusive MST community, data entry, event planning, fundraising, GIS mapping, online research, or updating trail guides, there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer from home.

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Committee Work and Board of Directors

If you serve on one of the MST committees or Board of Directors, thank you! Please link to CERVIS and record your hours of volunteer service.

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