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We always need an extra hand with administrative work, deliveries, State Theater shifts, and our events program. Learn more here!
Ways to Volunteer
Find Your Trail
The TART Trails network currently consists of several multi-use trails in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties as well as a cross-town bike route. Our mission is to provide and promote a trail network that enriches people and communities throughout the greater Traverse region. Check out the map to learn more about the available trails!
Spring Work Bee
TART Trails is hosting work bees at various locations along the trail network on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 am – noon. It’s the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy springtime on the trails and help us get them ready for the summer season ahead.
Spring Work BeeBike bells, Jerseys, Hats, Hoodies and More
Outfit your ride with one of our flashy and functional bike bells. We’re on a mission at TART Trails to provide a Bell for Every Bike. Support trails while practicing proper trail etiquette!
ShopSmart Commute TC
Smart Commute TC is a program that promotes the use of alternative forms of transportation. We collaborate with local businesses, governments and non-profit organizations to develop multi-modal infrastructure for active and healthy lifestyles. Collectively we strive to educate the community through workshops and special events and encourage smart commuting year round.
Smart Commute TCEvents
View All4/15 Advocate Academy Bootcamp
Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Then, the Advocate Academy Bootcamp is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills you need to make an impact.
View4/17 Don Cunkle's (semi) Retirement
Don Cunkle is stepping down as the Recycle-A-Bicycle Program Director. While this retirement is a well-earned milestone, folks haven’t seen the last of Don. He’ll continue to stay busy at the workshop as a bike-mechanic.
View4/22 Spring Work Bee
TART Trails is hosting work bees at various locations along the trail network on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 am – noon. It’s the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy springtime on the trails and help us get them ready for the summer season ahead.
View4/29 Ambassador Training
TART Trails staff and current Ambassadors will give a brief overview of the program and what it means to be a TART Trails Ambassador.
ViewActive Projects
TART Bayfront Improvement and Extension Project
Status Design and Engineering Phase The TART Bayfront Improvement & Extension Project public input phase is underway. Project partners launched the first of multiple public input opportunities to help inform design and trail user experience. This
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Three Mile Trail Project
Connecting the Three Mile Trail to the cluster of school campuses south of Hammond Road has been a long standing and unfinished effort. Thanks to the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy’s recent establishment of the
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Traverse Ridge Trail
TART Trails is collaborating with SEEDS and the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy on a pilot program to construct .5 miles of sustainable single-track trail behind the Oleson Plaza. This trail is part of a
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Leelanau and Sleeping Bear Heritage trails go above and beyond helping to improve citizens’ health and providing direct economic value to local businesses.
Taylor Stein, Professor of Ecotourism & Outdoor Recreation
Ways to Give Back
TART Trails is grateful for many years of support from a diverse group of outdoor enthusiasts who continue to support the organization with thousands of volunteer hours annually. Many volunteers work as trail builders, trail maintainers, office assistants, and board and committee members. It is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and enjoy the outdoors with your friends and family. Whatever your age or ability, we need your help.
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