News Release

Volunteers Needed to Help Maintain Trails at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve   

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News Release Date: November 12, 2026

GLEN JEAN, WV – New River Gorge National Park and Preserve invites community members to a volunteer recruitment event on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon to learn how they can help care for the park’s trails.  

The event will take place at the trailhead for the Park Loop Trail in Fayetteville Town Park in Fayetteville, West Virginia. 

Participants will learn about the park’s Trail Volunteer Program and how volunteers help maintain trails for everyone to enjoy. Registration will be open from 9 to 10 a.m. From 10 a.m. to noon, park rangers and experienced volunteers will lead a hands-on session along the Park Loop Trail where participants will learn about trail maintenance techniques and National Park Service standards. 

For more information about the event and other National Park Service volunteer opportunities, visit the park’s website at nps.gov/neri/getinvolved/volunteer.htm. 

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