Volunteer Recognition
Parks and Trails Division Volunteers play a crucial role in keeping our County parks, trails, and rivers vibrant, healthy, and welcoming for everyone.
In 2026, the Parks and Recreation Commission launched the Parks and Trails Division’s annual recognition of outstanding volunteers whose dedication shines through in park and river cleanups, trail workdays, and a wide variety of special projects that support the County’s outdoor recreation facilities.
The Volunteer Awardees selected to be recognized and honored in 2026 bring passion, dedication, and a deep reverence for our County parks, trails, rivers.
We deeply value our volunteers and appreciate the energy, care, and commitment they bring to every effort—our parks and trails truly thrive because of them!
2026 Volunteer Awardees
Don Rose - El Dorado Trail Volunteer and Advocate (Districts 1-4)
Eileen Crim - El Dorado Trail Champion (District 2)
“Wandering on a trail of beauty may I walk…” – Navajo prayer
Mother Lode Trail Stewardship – Activating the Trail Community (District 3)
“MLTS desires to see a flourishing trail community that is engaged in making a difference in our communities along the western slope.” – Blake Ingram
Shannon Chard – Rubicon Trail Volunteer and FOTR Trail Boss (District 4)
“I’ve always said I’m just a mirror for the passion of our Friends of the Rubicon volunteers. They inspire me, I hope I inspire them, and together we keep showing up for a trail and a community we love.” – Shannon Chard
Gneri and Moore Families – Snowline Little League Volunteers (District 5)
Gneri Family
Moore Family
We honor and recognize the outstanding contributions of the 2026 volunteers and extend our heartfelt thanks. Your service inspires us all!
Thank you to all the Parks & Trails Division volunteers for your service!