Project T.R.E.C. team members work on a 9 person traveling team headquartered in Gainesville, FL. This team travels up to 3 weeks a month to different parks throughout the state. Projects are focused on trail restoration and basic construction including but not limited to: vegetation management, debris removal, re-blazing trails, and upgrading boardwalks and ramps for ADA compliance.
Service Activities
Trail maintenance:
- vegetation control
- overhead hazard removal
- removing dead or hazardous trees
- debris removal from trail
- blazing trails
Trail enhancement:
- rerouting existing trails
- creating new trails
- repairing boardwalks and bridges
- replacing boards for ADA compliance
Community Outreach:
- trail walks
- educational tabling
- volunteer recruitment
Community Need Addressed
Members will serve on a team traveling the state to provide trail restoration in Florida State Parks.
Position Outcomes
Improved hiking, biking, and multi-use trails throughout the state parks. Improved ADA compliance throughout parks.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
Professional and personal training
Disaster response training
prescribed fire
chainsaw
trail training
life after AmeriCorps training
Other opportunities
Education Benefits
Credential or Certification
CPR/ First Aid
Trail Construction
UTAP
S212 Wildland Fire Chainsaw
DEP ATV/UTV
Resume and Cover Letter Workshops
Disaster Response Training
Leadership Development Training
Skills you will gain
trail construction, chainsaw skills, basic construction
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Set goals
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment