Trails Council needs volunteers

The Santa Monica Mountains Trails Council is seeking volunteers to assist in maintenance of local hiking, biking and equestrian trails.

The council is a volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing and maintaining the public trail system throughout the Santa Monica Mountains through advocacy and partnership with public and private sectors. The volunteers are comprised of hikers, equestrians, bicyclists, landowners and businesses, who work together to achieve and maintain the delicate balance between nature, recreation and development.

The council conducts a trail maintenance project every Saturday in September through June. No experience is required and all tools are provided. Volunteers should wear long sleeves and long pants and bring a hat, sunscreen, gloveswater and lunch. The crew meets at the trailhead at 8:30 a.m. and work is completed by 2:30 p.m.

For the schedule, directions to trailheads and crew leaders to contact, visit www.smmtc.org or call (818) 222-4531. Be sure to contact the designated crew leader prior to the day of the project for the latest instructions