Over one thousand unique volunteers work with us every year, many of whom join us year after year. Volunteering promotes community, opportunity, achievement, and sustainability—and it’s a blast.
To recognize our top volunteers, we've created a new volunteer rewards program focused on long-term achievements. Read on for a peek at how getting your boots in the dirt with us leads to some pretty sweet prizes!
Win an Ibis!
Did you know every time you volunteer with SCMTS, you are entered into a raffle to win an Ibis Ripmo AF or Ripley AF bike? Every six hours you volunteer, you receive one raffle ticket. We draw the winner every spring.
Pictured below: past winners!
Volunteer of the Year
Each year, SCMTS honors one “Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship Volunteer of the Year.” SCMTS awards this person with a hand-painted plaque thanking them for their service. This award is chosen by SCMTS staff and awarded to a volunteer who goes above and beyond to demonstrate a positive attitude, a passion for stewardship and a community-first mindset.
Lifetime Awards
When you hit 100, 300, and 500 hours, you are eligible for this volunteer-only SCMTS gear!