Hello!
We would like to invite you to combine your passion for the Cities Public Lands with an opportunity for a little Civic Engagement by attending our Open Space Trail Watch Volunteer Training! The Training will be from 9:00AM - 12:00PM at the Open Space Visitors Center.
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Trail Watch Volunteer Program
Trail Watch Volunteers are the foundation of the volunteer program. Trail Watch is ideal for those volunteers who enjoy using the trails. Often referred to as Open Space "eyes and ears," these volunteers patrol areas of their choice and record observations, report problems and needs, and educate the public on proper resource use.
Getting Started
All volunteers attend a 2.5-hour orientation which provides background on the Open Space Division and discusses volunteer responsibilities. Trail Watch orientation/ training takes place in March, July and November each year. Volunteers are required to contribute a minimum of 25 hours per year and complete two additional trainings or attend two programs of the individual's choice. After completion of the first 25 hours volunteers receive an Open Space Volunteer t-shirt or ball cap.
Required Background Screening: The City must take reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of everyone in our parks and Open Spaces, including park users, volunteers and City employees. Therefore, we require all volunteers with the City of Albuquerque to be screened by the City (background check) to determine their suitability to participate in City programs. Applicants must be 18 or over. Volunteers with convictions or pending charges will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will be considered for a volunteer position if they do not pose a threat to the public or vulnerable populations.
What do Open Space Trail Watch Volunteers Do?
- Report observations such as flora and wildlife sightings and visitor activities
- Notify the Division of maintenance needs and law enforcement issues
- Educate and guide the public to be good stewards
- Assist with conservation projects.
