Natural Areas Conservancy will host a Super Steward: Pathkeeper training on Saturday, June 21st, 2025 at Paerdegat Basin Park. If you are attending, please fill out this volunteer waiver.

Location: Corner of Ave U and Bergen Ave

Time: 10am - 1pm

During this training you will learn:

• How to identify and assess trail conditions

• Ways to mitigate trail concerns

• Plant identification and invasive/non-native species management techniques

• Standard trail corridor dimensions & how to prune native vegetation using basic arboriculture methods

What should you bring:

• A water bottle

• Weather appropriate clothing

• Long pants

• Sturdy, closed toe shoes

All participants are encouraged to attend the Super Steward Orientation prior to training. You can register for the Super Steward Orientation on the NYC Parks Super Steward website (there is one every month): https://www.nycgovparks.org/reg/advanced-stewardship

You are required to attend this orientation before becoming certified as a Super Steward: Trail Maintainer.

If you have any questions about this specific training please contact Trails Volunteer Coordinator, Melissa Rosenthal at melissa.rosenthal@naturalareasnyc.org.