News Release

Volunteer Trail Crew recruitment

News Release Date: April 18, 2022

Contact: Elizabeth Shope, 814-449-4125

Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is actively recruiting volunteers as we move forward with the creation and utilization of our volunteer Trail Crew. Trail crew members will assist park staff with the maintenance and upkeep of the 12 mile long 6 to 10 Trail, that follows the historic inclined planes and levels of the Portage Railroad along the eastern front of the Allegheny Mountains. There will be a monthly workday planned throughout the summer from May through December to help improve trail conditions and safety for park visitors. The priorities for the first year are to remark the trail route, clear debris and trash from the winter season, maintain the trail corridor by cutting back vegetation during the growing season, and removal of invasive plants and shrubs.  Interested individuals must apply for the position through our announcement on Volunteer.gov. Volunteers must be able to hike distances up to two miles on possible steep and rocky terrain to access work areas. Volunteers may be required to carry an equipment pack up to 20 pounds. The project will be ongoing into 2023 and beyond with additional trail priorities being accomplished as the project grows. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the park volunteer coordinator at e-mail us.

The volunteer.gov announcement can be accessed through our website.