This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement. 

Host Organization

The Florida Trail Association

Description

Would you like to empower the next generation to enjoy, share, and preserve the hiking and volunteering experience? Consider joining the FTA’s new Next Generation Coalition. The Next Generation Coalition is dedicated to welcoming, training, and supporting the next generation of hikers and trail volunteers. Their goal is to guide young stewards in fostering inclusivity and preserving natural places for future generations to come.

The Florida Trail Association is recruiting individuals to join our Next Generation Coalition, a group dedicated to welcoming, training, and supporting the next generation of hikers and trail volunteers on the Florida Trail. Their goal is to cast a wide net and attract diverse applicants from across Florida, with a wide range of skills, interests, and abilities.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Between the ages of 18 and 35
  • Passionate about the Florida Trail, outdoors advocacy, and justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the outdoors
  • Strong communication skills
  • Capacity to engage throughout the year on social media and through FTA communications
  • Available for quarterly meetings
  • Capacity to attend at least one local chapter meeting twice a year
  • Capacity to attend at least one Volunteer Work Party each year
  • Committed to serving on the coalition for one year
  • Members from the BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQIA+ and other underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply

Benefits:

  • One-year membership to the FTA
  • Complimentary FTA swag and Outdoor Pro Deals
  • Free CPR and WFA training
  • Community of like-minded individuals
  • Opportunities for scholarships for professional development.
  • Networking with leaders and other professionals in the trail community including land managers, U.S. Forest Service, and National Parks
  • Excellent resume builder for those interested in careers in the outdoor industry
  • Have your social media accounts promoted by FTA, if desired
  • Opportunities for travel throughout the state of Florida

Application deadline:

August 18, 2023

Contact:

Next-Gen Coordinator, Rachel Shireman, rachels@floridatrail.org

For more information and to apply, visit:

https://floridatrail.org/next-gen-coalition