Celebrating Our Volunteers
By Jess LaPolla
The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) is at its core a volunteer service organization. We would not exist without the contributions of volunteers who are willing to get their hands dirty, put in long days on the trail, and who truly love the work.
Since 1927, PATC’s mission has been to protect the lands encompassing the Appalachian Trail and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region. Through conservation and land management, education and outreach programs, and volunteer efforts, we strive to maintain the integrity of outdoor spaces for future generations to enjoy.
Every year we recognize our dedicated volunteers through our Volunteer Awards which are presented in the fall. In 2025 awards will be presented during VolunteerFest’s evening banquet, October 11th at Caroline Furnace Camp.
PATC members are eligible to nominate someone for several of our awards. We invite you to look at our various awards here.
You may see who has received these prestigious awards over the years here.
Email VPVolunteerism@patc.net with your questions.
If you’re interested in volunteering with PATC, we have tons of opportunities for you to get involved. Whether you’d like to be working on a trail section in your area or doing remote work from the comfort of your home, we have opportunities for a variety of positions that may match your skill set. Check out volunteer openings here.
