Adopt-A-Trail Program
The purpose of this volunteer program is to appoint a steward to each of our Buena Vista town trails who will help us in caring for and maintaining the character of our local outdoor resources. The assigned trail adopter will provide feedback to the Town of Buena Vista regarding needed remediation and suggestions for improvements and repairs.
How It Works
Anyone interested in the outdoors is welcome to help with reporting and passing along the information to the Town so that Town can best assist in maintaining these resources. Adopters commit to one year, and your section should be monitored at least once a month.
- Trails can be adopted by individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations.
- Adopters can pick one (or more!) trail(s). See attached map.
- Adopters are encouraged (but not required) to take an active role in minor trail issues, such as trash and/or dog-waste pickup.
Adopters will be contacted through email once a month, reminding them to submit their observations on their section of trail. An online reporting form will be provided via Google Forms, with downloadable hard copies also being available if needed. Observations will reference larger trail issues, such as drainage, erosion, major brush or weeds, signage needs or damage, and excessive dog waste. Basic training for adopters will be provided annually along with the distribution of any essential supplies for our volunteers.
At the end of your one-year timeline, the adoption agreement can be renewed, transferred to a different section, or may be terminated by either Town or the volunteer/group.
Recognition
We could not accomplish our goals as a Town without the amazing efforts of our local citizens and volunteer groups. The Town of Buena Vista will highlight the efforts of our Trail Adopters through updates and articles that will be distributed through our department’s robust email list and our social media channels. Thank you!
Adopt-A-Trail Application
To be a part of the Town of BV Trail Adopters Program, please begin by completing the Adopt-A-Trail Application. You can complete the online application below, or you can print the application, complete it, and mail it or drop it off.
Mail Application – Town of Buena Vista – Recreation, PO Box 2002, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Drop Off Application – Town Hall East, 713 East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211 (8 am – 4 pm, Monday – Thursday, Drop Box Available 24/7)
The Buena Vista Recreation Department, with the assistance of the Trails Advisory Board, oversees this volunteer opportunity.
The Trails Advisory Board membership list and mission are available on the Town of BV website. Visitors are always welcome at these meetings.
The Trails Advisory Board meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm at Town Hall East (713 East Main Street).
contact
trails@buenavistaco.gov
719-395-1939
Town of BV – Rec Department
713 East Main Street
PO 2002, BV CO 81211
In-Town Trail(s) to Adopt (You May Adopt As Many As You ‘re Able)
- Rodeo Road Bike Lane
- Airport Trail
- Peaks View Trail
- Cottonwood Creek Trail
- Arkansas River Trail
- Zebulon Pike Trail
- Railroad Trail
- Whitewater Trail
- Walton Loop Trail
- Tater Tots Trail
- Rock n Roll Trail
- Bridge to Bridge Trail*
- North Trail*
- South Trail*
- Whipple Trail*
- CR 304 from North Trail to South Trail*
*Trail is monitored by both the Town of BV & BVSC due to proximity to town & high usage.
