Sign up for a volunteer vacation in 2026

Backcountry trips are typically 7 nights with the first at the trailhead and 6 in the backcountry. We almost always have pack support to bring in tools and food (breakfast and dinner).

Frontcountry trips are typically 2-4 nights at a campground near a series of trails that need work. Crew leaders bring tools and food (breakfast and dinner).

You are responsible for carrying personal gear. Learn more at the Volunteer Learning Center or email us with questions.

Note: Wildfires are a possibility during any field season. If a fire is active in a planned work area, we will notify participants as early as possible and share alternate plans to allow time for informed decisions. We maintain clear and consistent communication leading up to all trips.

Is it cost prohibitive for you to attend? The BFTA does not want to turn anyone away so please reach out about scholarships by emailing bfta@bigfoottrai.org .

Last Name

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Phone

Address

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Address Line 2

City

State

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Minors who would like to attend

List full names and ages of any children you would like to bring on a trip.

I am a....

BFTA Member
BFTA Donor
Previous volunteer
Ready to join a crew for the first time

Priority goes to members and donors 😉 Select all that apply.

Emergency Contact

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Phone

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Personal Disclosures of Medical Information and Medical Release

This will be kept confidential

Are you under treatment for any illness or conditions?

Are you currently taking any medications?

These trips are arduous, are you able to participate physically and mentally to help with trail reconstruction using hand tools? If not, what are your limitations?

Do you have any allergies to food, medication, or insects?

Do you have any pre-existing medical conditions that may affect your ability to participate in wilderness work activities?

Cancellation and No-Show Policy

We work hard to make these trips happen!

Believe it or not, folks have signed up to join us, we have purchased food for them, and they have not shown! We understand that something may come up and plans change, but we need warning so we can offer your spot to someone else.

If you cannot attend a trip that you are confirmed for, we need 14 days notice.

I understand the cancellation policy

Promotional Release

In an effort to promote the work we do our team will take photos and videos of our work. These are used for grant reporting but also press releases and website content. Please check all that apply below.

My image may be used for promotion and grant reporting.

YES, you may use my picture
NO, please don't use my picture

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