Now more than ever, it is vital that we have healthy natural areas open and accessible for everyone to enjoy. The need for nature has become essential for our self-preservation. With this boom in new visitors to the outdoors, the Trail Conference’s role in providing safe and beautiful spaces to find nature is paramount. However, as the number of visitors to our parks and trails grows, so do the demands on our organization. New stewards are needed for these natural areas. Elected officials need to hear from new faces advocating for the protection of our parks and the natural resources surrounding them. We should welcome all these new visitors to the trails under our care. We need to ask for their help to strengthen our ability to be better stewards of the lands and waters that support the ecosystems we recreate in. |