Volunteers truly do make the world go ‘round and that spirit of volunteerism is the backbone of what we do here at the ERT Foundation. Our trail was literally built by a passionate group of volunteers who believed in the possibility of this trail and what it could do for our city and the larger region. Operating with a very lean staff and resources, the Foundation would not be able to accomplish our mission without the help of committed volunteers. Whatever your time, talents or interests we have an opportunity for you!
When it works for you
- Join us at an upcoming event, program, or project. See what’s happening and sign up to volunteer here.
- Join the ERT Trail Ambassador Program!
- Trail Ambassadors are our eyes on the trail
- Patrol the trail at least twice a month
- When, where on the trail, and how long you patrol is up to you
- Report your patrols here
- Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form to sign up
- Join the ERT Green Team!
- Green Team Members are the key to a beautiful, resilient trail
- Gardening experience or plant knowledge is not required
- Do at least two beautifications each month
- Our Beautification Guide shows locations, what to do, how to get yard waste collected, and helps you identify common weeds
- Report Green Team work here
- Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form to sign up
- ERT volunteers can submit trail cleanup and beautification reports here!
As a group
- Whether you’re with a military command, a university/college Greek organization, a trail business or sponsor or an individual wanting to better connect with your community, we can help you plan your next volunteer project on the trail
- Litter Cleanup
- Beautification
- Or, a special project
- Join us at an upcoming event, program, or project. See what’s happening and sign up to volunteer here.
- The ERT hosts many events that are ideal for groups
- MLK Day Cleanup in January
- Celebrate Trails Day in April
- ERT Field Day in August
- International Coastal Cleanup (September)
- Glow Party in November
- Ready to align your brand with a community trail, do some team building, and give back to your community? Email hello@ElizabethRiverTrail.org to get started!
Everyone can volunteer on the trail!
- Do people tell you, there’s nothing you can’t fix? We need volunteers that are handy with a variety of maintenance needs along the trail.
- Do you have a green thumb and a weed whacker? We need volunteers that can tackle overgrown foliage and beautify our landscaping.
- Do you love working with kids? We need volunteers who want to help us grow youth programming on the trail.
- Do you like being involved and giving back to your community? We need volunteers to help make our many events and programs possible.
- Do you need volunteer hours for school, work, or have court-ordered hours to fulfill? Your help is always appreciated and you’ll have fun volunteering on the trail.
- Does litter bother you? Join a trail cleanup or reach out, and we can help you plan your own.
internships
There are currently no internship positions open. Please reach out if there is a project or goal that you would like to accomplish on the trail or with the Foundation.
There are many opportunities for college students to explore internships with the ERT Foundation. (P.S. All interns receive great ERT swag!)