Volunteer with Us

Amber Hoadley / DT Swiss

We Rely on Passionate & Skilled Individuals

COPMOBA is a volunteer-driven organization that relies on individuals who are passionate, skilled, and willing to devote their time to advocate for, create, and maintain trails. There are many different types of skills and actions required to accomplish these tasks, and it is much more than just digging in the dirt. Typically, ten hours or more of work are needed for every hour spent building a trail. COPMOBA values a diverse set of skills, such as social activity planning, graphic design, budgeting and management, trail construction, and workshop leading.

If you have any of these skills, your time and energy are much appreciated in furthering our mission.

TRAIL BUILD & MAINTENANCE | GENERAL VOLUNTEERING | Current VOLUNTEERs

Trail Build & Maintenance Days

Many volunteers with COPMOBA opt to participate in a “Dig Day,” designed to help with trail construction or maintenance efforts. Volunteers can expect to spend time in the field with a trained Crew Leader who will safely lead and organize the Dig Day event. What to bring will vary based on the time of year, event and location objectives, and other factors. For all Dig Day, plan on bringing work gloves (bike gloves also work!), closed-toe shoes or boots, and plenty of snacks and water. During the summer months, long pants, a sun shirt, and a hat are also essential items. COPMOBA will provide all the necessary tools for the event.

Generally, Dig Days that take place over the weekend tend to be longer (e.g., half-day minimum) and lend themselves nicely to bigger projects or projects that are further away from trailheads. Events during the week will vary in length but typically are 2-4 hours and are constrained by daylight.

Check out our calendar for upcoming Dig Day events.

Calendar of Events

General Volunteering

We know life is busy. Below are options for how you can get involved and support COPMOBA’s purpose – building and maintaining sustainable singletrack in connection with our communities on the Western Slope.

BEST WAYS TO GET STARTED

Follow us on social media
Become a member and sign-up for our newsletter
Come to a virtual chapter meeting (*this option is currently available for GVC only)
Attend a local volunteer Dig Day
Grab a beer or coffee with an active member, chapter committee member or board member

WANT TO MAKE A BIG IMPACT?

Become a certified Crew Leader

This requires participating in a 2-day training and certification. (If you are a COPMOBA member, program fees are covered.)

Volunteer as a staff photographer, videographer and/or content development specialist

We’re always looking for great images to feature on our website and social media.

Become a Trail Scout / Ambassador
Donate to COPMOBA

Support us with financial gift, in-kind, employer/donor matching programs, relevant gifts for fundraisers, etc. Beer, pizza, and merch/SWAG help power our trails too!

Join your local chapter committee

Most chapters meet once a month or on a quarterly basis. Visit the chapters pages on our site and email the chapter chair to express interest.

Become a Board Member

The board meets once a month.If you are interested in joining the COPMOBA board, email admin@copmoba.org with a letter of interest. More information about board service can be found here.