The Buckeye Trail is guided by volunteers who plan, organize, and lead behind the scenes.
Committee and team work helps the Buckeye Trail Association (BTA) grow, stay organized, and serve communities across the state. If you have skills in leadership, fundraising, outreach, planning, mapping, technology, or communications, there’s a place for you. Most roles are remote-friendly and welcome new voices.
How committees support the trail
- Contribute your professional skills or lived experience to a statewide cause.
- Help guide the BTA’s mission and long-term strategy.
- Stay connected and make an impact, even if you can’t be out on the trail.
- Work alongside dedicated volunteers who care about Ohio’s outdoors.
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Development Committee Marketing and Communications Specialist
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Development Committee
This role develops and implements communication strategies to promote fundraising initiatives. The Marketing and Communications Specialist creates content for newsletters, social...
Development Committee Member
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Development Committee
The focus of the Development Committee is to develop fundraising strategies for the association. ResponsibilitiesThe Development Committee Member is expected to attend monthly...
Event Communications Specialist
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Communications Team
The Event Communications Specialist Volunteer supports the Communications Team and the Volunteer Program by organizing, tracking, and posting all organizational events (e.g...
Facility Management Specialist
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Other Volunteer Activities
Objective: Volunteers in the Facility Management Specialist role would help ensure that BTA properties remain safe, functional, and welcoming for volunteers, members, and...
Finance Committee Member
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Finance Committee
The Finance Committee consists of the Vice-President (Chairman), Treasurer, another member of the Board, Executive Director, and at least one member from the active membership to...
Finance Committee: Quickbooks Accounting Specialist
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Finance Committee
The QuickBooks Accounting Specialist Volunteer plays a key role in supporting the financial health and accountability of the Buckeye Trail Association. This volunteer provides...
Graphics Creation Specialist
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Communications Team
The Graphics Creation Specialist supports the Buckeye Trail Association’s visual communications by collaborating in layout design for the quarterly Trailblazer digital magazine...
Hiking Experience Committee Member
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Hiking Experience Team
The Hiking Experience Committee Member helps enhance and expand opportunities for people to enjoy the Buckeye Trail. Committee members collaborate to develop hiking programs...
Information Technology Specialist
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Communications Team
Position SummaryThe Information Technology (IT) Volunteer provides expertise to strengthen the BTA’s use of technology in support of its mission. This volunteer helps assess...
Land Stewardship Activities
Administrative BTA Committees and Teams / Trail Preservation Committee
The Buckeye Trail Association owns a number of preserves. Stewardship of these areas may include, but isn't limited to: Direct management methods: Invasive species...
Committees and working groups
Membership Committee
Supports member retention, engagement, and growth. Builds a strong and welcoming community of trail supporters.
Board Resource Committee
Recruits and prepares new trustees. Defines Board of Trustees roles and oversees onboarding with support from staff.
Development Committee
Works with staff to build fundraising strategies, develop donor relationships, and support grant applications.
Trail Management Team
Coordinates trail development and maintenance across the state. Shares tools, expertise, and guidance with chapters and Section Supervisors.
Map Team and E-Map Subteam
Maintains official trail maps and digital resources. Ideal for volunteers who love cartography, GIS, or attention to detail.
Scholarship Committee
Promotes and manages the BTA scholarship program. Oversees outreach, application review, and award selection.
Trail Preservation Committee
Focuses on protecting the Buckeye Trail permanently through land acquisition and conservation easements.
Hiker Experience Working Group
Improves the trail user experience through programs like hiking challenges, patch development, and guided hikes.
TrailFest Team
Plans and organizes the annual TrailFest event in partnership with the host community and chapters.
Committees and working groups
Membership Committee
Supports member retention, engagement, and growth. Builds a strong and welcoming community of trail supporters.
Board Resource Committee
Recruits and prepares new trustees. Defines Board of Trustees roles and oversees onboarding with support from staff.
Trail Management Team
Coordinates trail development and maintenance across the state. Shares tools, expertise, and guidance with chapters and Section Supervisors.
Scholarship Committee
Promotes and manages the BTA scholarship program. Oversees outreach, application review, and award selection.
Hiker Experience Working Group
Improves the trail user experience through programs like Trail Angels, hiking challenges, and guided hikes.
Trail Promotion Committee
Leads outreach and marketing efforts that grow awareness and support for the trail.
Development Committee
Works with staff to build fundraising strategies, develop donor relationships, and support grant applications.
Map Team and E-Map Subteam
Maintains official trail maps and digital resources. Ideal for volunteers who love cartography, GIS, or attention to detail.
Trail Preservation Committee
Focuses on protecting the Buckeye Trail permanently through land acquisition and conservation easements.
TrailFest Team
Plans and organizes the annual TrailFest event in partnership with the host community and chapters.
How to get involved
Not sure where to start?
Fill out the volunteer application form or email volunteer@buckeyetrail.org and we’ll help you find the right fit.
