Pacific Crest Trail Association

Crew Leadership: Managing Volunteers

Summary

For students with moderate to extensive trail building experience who want to lead trail crews and work parties. Not a construction techniques class; this is about effective leadership. Students will have classroom and field work in the following topics: work day responsibilities, risk assessment and safety, tool safety and tool talk, leadership and team building, practical experience leading volunteers.

Overview

STUDENT SKILL OUTCOMES:

• Understanding of safety protocols and appropriate paperwork

• Learn different leadership and learning styles

• How to teach key concepts to a variety of volunteers

• How to thank and recognize volunteers

• Accurate and timely paperwork

Trail Types Covered

General. All trail types are relevant.