This is where Trail captains can enter their time.
Our Trail Captain Program, in collaboration with park management, assigns captains to specific areas of the park. These captains organize work events, perform maintenance, and serve as the eyes and ears of our trail system. When you see volunteers clearing fallen trees, rest assured they have completed chainsaw certification, and first aid training, coordinate each workday with park management, and follow strict safety protocols to keep the trails safe and accessible for everyone.
Each Trail Captain receives training from the Maryland Park Service, and most are certified to operate chainsaws within the park. Captains report issues to Friends, and we handle coordination and permissions with park management. Our Trail Captains work in teams, align their efforts with park staff, and report back to Friends to ensure seamless communication and effective maintenance. Please email info@fpvsp.org if interested in becoming a trail Captain.
