Become a Trail Sage

Trail Sages are expert Trail Crew Leaders who have graduated from our Trail Academy series.


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What's a Trail Sage?

SCMTS-certified Trail Sages are ultra-Trail Crew Leaders. Each Trail Sage completes as-needed trail maintenance in local parks and organizes and leads independent volunteer trail work events to keep outdoor experiences in that area stellar for all users.

How can I become a Trail Sage?

Easy - become an SCMTS-certified Trail Crew Leader, and then apply to our Trail Sage program by following the linked form below.

We're always looking for more experienced trail experts to join our list of SCMTS Trail Sages, and have some pretty sweet perks to offer to those who qualify. If you think you've got what it takes to lead trail maintenance in your favorite park, please fill out our Trail Sage Application here.


Thank you, Specialized Santa Cruz!

The Specialized Experience Center in Santa Cruz proudly sponsors our Trail Sage program. Thanks to their support, we're able to provide ongoing Trail Sage events that improve the quality of local trails and get more community members involved in trail stewardship.

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Become a Member

Become a member of SCMTS! Join thousands of members who provide a reliable stream of support as we build and maintain sustainable trails throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains.