Cultivating the Next Generation of Volunteers
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Cultivating the Next Generation of Volunteers
The future of the volunteer legacy for the Appalachian Trail is only as strong as the shared efforts of the A.T. network of partners to expand relationships and collaboration with more people and partners in the 21st Century and beyond.
The aim is to introduce more people to the Appalachian Trail, to foster opportunities for understanding, and offer ways for all people to add to the rich fabric of recreation, advocacy, and volunteerism that holds the Trail together.
Resources for A.T. Partners
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Family Program Manual
A guide to structuring activities and stewardship opportunities for inviting families on the A.T.
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Planning a Family Hike
Trail-maintaining clubs and A.T. Communities may host family hikes in conjunction with ATC and National Public Lands Day each September for an official 'Family Hiking Day' event, or schedule and promote these events on a more regular basis.
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Educational Resources
A.T. Partners working with schools and educators may support a broadened awareness for the Trail by: - Leading guided hikes on the Trail, - Coordinating volunteer service trips since service learning is an increasing part of school requirements, or - Sharing education resources with teachers you know, or - Enriching curriculum focused on the A.T. by sharing other skills and expertise
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A.T. Communities
Expanded partnerships help extend invitations to events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities.
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Affinity Groups
Affinity Groups are a means through which people with shared interests and shared identities can connect and contribute to the ATC’s mission of preserving and managing the Appalachian Trail.
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