Nurturing Future Stewards of the Klamath Bioregion
Welcome!
The Klamath Mountains—where wild rivers, ancient forests, and enduring cultures converge—are calling forth a new generation of caretakers.
Launched through collaboration between nonprofits, educators, Tribes, and conservation professionals, the Klamath Mountains Workforce Training Network (KMWTN) is now supported from the Klamath River Fund.
A Career Pathway Training Program for Youth Ages 15-24
This is a paid opportunity with travel stipends to gain hands-on experience in trail work, ecological restoration, cultural education, and leadership.
Workshop Dates:
- October 15-16, 2025 – Beavers and Trails in Etna, CA
- January 5-6 & 12-13, 2026 – Online evening GIS skills training
- May 2-3, 2026 – Plants and Weeds in Forks of Salmon, CA
What We Offer
Through KMWTN, youth and young adults (ages 15–24) from the Klamath Mountains region participate in:
- Hands-on field workshops led by experts in restoration, forestry, and ecology
- Technical skills training, including GIS and cartography
- Career mentorship from seasoned professionals
- Outdoor leadership development in wilderness areas
Workshops span the year and the region—from Tribal Forestry Camps in Orleans to beaver habitat restoration in Scott Valley, from digital mapping in winter to wildflower and weed ecology in the Salmon River canyon each spring.
Our Collaborative
This work is powered by a resilient and expanding alliance of partners:
- Bigfoot Trail Alliance
- Ascend Wilderness Experience
- Scott River Watershed Council
- Salmon River Restoration Council
- Trinity Together
- The Watershed Research and Training Center
- Trinity RCD
- Shasta College
- Regional Tribal Governments and Youth Leaders
Together, we envision a future where local youth can stay rooted in their homelands, become leaders in restoration, and shape sustainable livelihoods.
Interested in Joining?
We’d love to hear from you!
Whether you are a student, teacher, parent, or mentor, you can stay connected:
Submit your interest here → We will email you when the application goes live.
💬 Questions?
Contact us:
📧 mike@bigfoottrail.org
