Purpose of award (summary of the goals and objectives of the project):performance goals - the appalachian trail conservancy will provide assistance and support in managing the appalachian national…

Purpose of award (summary of the goals and objectives of the project):performance goals - the appalachian trail conservancy will provide assistance and support in managing the appalachian national scenic trail (appa) volunteer program. Volunteers are the lifeblood of the trail, as the trail is a cooperatively managed unit of the national park service.project objectives - the appalachian trail conservancy will assign staff to work with appa to coordinate and maintain a robust volunteer management program. The program is substantial and includes over 5,000 volunteers from 14 states and 30 trail clubs.summary of project specific activities:the appalachian trail conservancy will provide support for the volunteer trail clubs, trail crews, and individual volunteer programs trail-wide, including management, administration, safety and leadership training, recruitment, recognition, and coordination of volunteer activities.performance goals including milestones and expected outcomes:work will include the planning, development and hosting of a volunteer leadership meeting, 8 regional partnership committee meetings and sawyer training workshops. Appalachian trail conservancy will also manage the coordination and monitoring of the park's volunteer program.beneficiaries:beneficiaries are visitors, hikers, volunteers, park staff, partners, youth organizations, and communities.