Trail Tender Volunteers

Trail Tenders volunteer their time to patrol our state trails for the safety and enjoyment of all users. Trail Tenders act as role models, assist and provide support to other trail users, and give feedback to property managers. Trail Tenders are not law enforcement officers but most are affiliated with Friends groups and work with state park and trail staff. Trail Tender volunteers wear t-shirts and name badges when on the trail to be easily identified by trail users.

Some Trail Tender tasks include:

• Educating trail users on rules and regulations, as well as trail etiquette.
• Patrolling the trails and watching for riders in distress.
• Selling state trail passes.
• Trail clean up.
• Sign posting.
• Having fun!

Additional information about the Trail Tender program is available in the Trail Tender Handbook [PDF 554KB].

How to Volunteer

Trail Tenders are asked to volunteer for a minimum of six hours per month, May through September. If you are interested in becoming a Trail Tender, contact the Friends Group or DNR property manager associated with your preferred trail.

Friends of Wisconsin State Parks [exit DNR]
State Parks, Forests, and Recreation Areas
State Trails

For more information, ask Marissa DeGroot, Outreach Coordinator, (608) 264-8994.