Its fun!

The woods are a peaceful place to spend a day.

You'll feel good about yourself.

You'll contribute to your own happiness and the happiness of others.

Your work to protect the trail's environment will mean that the trail will be there for others.

There is a real camaraderie that comes from doing work with others.

Trail building gets you out into the woods and puts you very much in touch with nature.

The whole of a group's combined efforts are greater than the sum of its parts.

There is a magic feeling when you see how a pathway has materialized when you are done.

The results of your work will be enjoyed by others for years to come.

Trail building benefits others by creating trails for recreational purposes.

You'll make friends with rocks and trees.

You'll become a poster child for a laundry soap commercial when you are done.

Rivers and streams are great places to cool off on hot, summer days.

You will learn to navigate by topographic map and compass.

Your heart will become healthier.

You will develop a strong back.

You will develop strong legs.

You will learn from others about new trails in the region.