Volunteer Opportunity: Winter Trail Station Coordinator

Are you interested? Join us at the Volunteer Fair on Tuesday Nov 26^th. Revy Community Centre. 4-7 pm.

🌿 Join Our Team! 🌿
The Illecillewaet Greenbelt Society is looking for passionate individuals to help launch a new idea! This winter we are going to launch a Trail Host Station at the junction of the trails in Revy's beautiful flats. This is your chance to combine your love for nature, winter fun, and community spirit while leading the development of this station a welcoming hub for outdoor enthusiasts.

📧 Interested? Email us at info@revyigs.org with a bit about yourself and why you’d love to join. Let’s protect our greenbelt - and make it fun -  together! 🌲 #Conservation #Revelstoke #Trail Host Station

About Us

The Illecillewaet Greenbelt Society (IGS) works to preserve the natural riparian zone along the Illecillewaet River, encompassing woodlands and meadows. We balance conservation with accessibility, providing year-round recreational opportunities.

Key Goals:

• Maintain natural habitat for wildlife within city limits.
• Conserve natural resources.
• Promote responsible and sustainable use of the area.

We achieve this through multi-use trails, winter track setting, habitat restoration, and conservation projects in collaboration with local organizations.

Position Overview

The Winter Trail Host Station Coordinator will lead the development and operation of a new Winter Trail Host station at the junction of our trail network. This role offers an opportunity to enhance winter recreation experiences for the Revelstoke community while promoting the society's conservation goals. We hope to have volunteers at the station for 2-4 hours on weekends, with the possibility of evening shifts for special events.

What You'll Do

• Welcome the Community: Create a warm, inviting atmosphere that encourages everyone to enjoy and care for our trails.
• Lead the Charge: Plan and set up the Winter Trail Host Station, making it a beacon for trail users.
• Coordinate Volunteers: Build a team of enthusiastic volunteers to help run the station.
• Add a Personal Touch: Develop ideas like a cozy warming tent, a fire pit, or special evening events to make the experience unforgettable.
• Engage & Learn: Gather feedback, track trail usage, and explore ways to improve the station & our trails over time.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

• People Person: You’re outgoing, friendly, and love making people feel welcome.
• Creative Thinker: You bring fun, fresh ideas to the table and can bring them to life.
• Organized Leader: Experience with event or project coordination is a big plus!
• Nature Lover: You have a passion for the outdoors and care about conservation.

What’s in It for You?

• Be Part of Something New: Help launch a project that will have a lasting impact on the community.
• Connect & Inspire: Meet like-minded folks who share your love for nature and winter fun.
• Make a Difference: Play a key role in protecting and enhancing a treasured natural space.
• Learn & Grow: Gain valuable experience in project coordination and community engagement.

How to Join the Fun

If you’re ready to take the lead on this exciting winter project, email us at info@revyigs.org with a bit about yourself and why you’d love to be our Trail Host Station Coordinator.

Together, let’s create something special for our community and ensure Revelstoke’s trails remain a winter wonderland for generations to come! ❄️⛷️ #Revelstoke #Volunteer #TrailHost #WinterFun