Women in Trail Stewardship

Building a stronger, more connected trail community by empowering women to lead, learn, and get their hands dirty.

Through community events, panel discussions, scholarship-funded training, and women’s work days, we're connecting women with the tools, mentors, and opportunities in trail stewardship.

Women in Trail Leadership Panel Discussion

📍 Location: REI, Biltmore Park 📅 Date/Time: Tuesday, August 18th, 5:30–7:30 PM

Join us for an inspiring evening featuring distinguished local trail leaders. The night kicks off with a casual meet-and-greet and light refreshments, followed by a facilitated panel conversation about what it takes to lead in trail stewardship — and how women are reshaping the outdoor community.

Proudly hosted in partnership with the Hunter Hometown Foundation, REI, and SORBA.

This event is a great first step toward our grant-funded Women's Trail Crew Leader Training Class this November.

Women's Trail Crew Leader Training & Scholarship

November 14-15 at the NC Arboretum

Ready to take the next step? Beginning August 3rd, Pisgah Area SORBA is accepting scholarship applications for our Women's Trail Crew Leader Training Course, happening November 14–15 at the NC Arboretum.

Supported by SORBA Main, the North Carolina Arboretum, and the Hunter Hometown Foundation, this hands-on course covers natural surface trail design, construction, and maintenance — with a focus on long-term sustainability. No previous trail work experience is necessary.

Who should apply? Women who are:

  • Passionate about trails and the outdoors

  • Looking to become more involved in trail stewardship

  • Excited to learn, volunteer, and make a lasting impact on local trails

Applications will open August 3rd and close September 16th. Check back here for more details.