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VP Volunteers & Membership – Transform Lives Through Adventure!
Ready to lead a movement that connects people to natures most spectacular experiences? Join our executive team as Vice President of Volunteers & Membership and become the driving force behind one of Canada’s most beloved outdoor communities.
You’ll inspire passionate volunteers, build an engaged membership base, and create programs that turn hiking enthusiasts into lifelong trail champions. This isn’t just a leadership role— it’s your chance to shape how thousands of people discover, explore, and protect our incredible coastal wilderness. What makes this special? You’ll work with amazing people who share your passion for the outdoors while building the volunteer army and member community that keeps our trails accessible for everyone. From recognition programs that celebrate trail heroes to membership initiatives that grow our impact, you’ll see your strategic vision come to life on 336 kilometers of breathtaking coastline.
Ready to make your mark? If you’re energized by building communities, love strategic challenges, and want to leave a lasting legacy in outdoor recreation, this executive volunteer opportunity is calling your name.
Join us. Lead the adventure.
VP Fundraising & Revenue – Fund the Future of Adventure
Ready to be the financial architect behind Canada’s most stunning coastal trail network? Step into our executive team as Vice President of Fundraising & Revenue and become the mastermind who secures the resources that keep 336 kilometers of spectacular coastline accessible to all. You’ll craft innovative funding strategies, forge game-changing corporate partnerships, and lead campaigns that transform passionate trail lovers into generous supporters.
This isn’t just fundraising—it’s fueling dreams and preserving natural treasures. What makes this electrifying? You’ll work with dynamic leaders who understand that every dollar raised directly impacts trail sustainability and community access. From signature fundraising events that bring people together to strategic planned giving programs that create lasting legacies, you’ll see your vision translate into real trail improvements and expanded opportunities.
Ready to make it happen? If you’re energized by building partnerships, love closing deals, and want to ensure this natural wonder thrives for generations, this executive volunteer opportunity is your chance to shine.
Join us. Fund the adventure.
VP Community Relations – Safeguard Legacy
Ready to be the guardian of one of Canada’s most spectacular coastal treasures? Join our executive team as Vice President of Community Relations and become the strategic champion who ensures our 336-kilometer coastal trail remains protected and accessible forever.
You’ll build powerful alliances with municipalities, forge lasting partnerships with community leaders, and navigate the complex world of regional planning to safeguard this natural wonder. This isn’t just relationship building—it’s trail preservation in action.
What makes this thrilling? You’ll work with passionate advocates who know that strong community connections are the backbone of trail protection. From negotiating memorandums of understanding that secure trail access to building ambassador programs that create grassroots
support, you’ll see your diplomatic skills translate into permanent trail victories.
Ready to make history? If you’re energized by strategic partnerships, love solving complex challenges through collaboration, and want to protect Newfoundland’s outdoor heritage for future generations, this executive volunteer opportunity is your calling.
Join us. Protect the adventure.
Chair, Governance & Oversight Committee – Shape Excellence
Ready to be the mastermind behind organizational excellence? Lead our Governance & Oversight Committee as Chair and become the strategic architect who ensures our trail organization operates at peak performance. You’ll craft the governance framework that guides every decision, build the systems that drive accountability, and create the structure that turns passionate volunteers into an unstoppable force. This isn’t just
administration — it’s organizational leadership that powers adventure.
What makes this exciting? You’ll work with executive leaders who understand that strong governance is the foundation of trail success. From developing policies that protect our mission to ensuring board effectiveness that drives results, you’ll see your strategic vision create the
backbone that supports 336 kilometers of coastal paradise.
Ready to lead from the top? If you’re energized by strategic thinking, love building robust systems, and want to ensure organizational excellence that lasts for generations, this executive volunteer opportunity is your moment to shine.
Join us. Govern the adventure.
Director, Governance & Oversight (Finance & Accounting) – Master the Numbers
Ready to be the financial guardian of Canada’s premier coastal trail? Join our Governance & Oversight Committee as Finance & Accounting Director and become the strategic watchdog who ensures every dollar fuels adventure responsibly. You’ll conduct financial diagnostics that protect our mission, build robust policies that safeguard resources, and create oversight systems that turn financial integrity into trail excellence. This isn’t just number crunching — it’s financial stewardship that powers 336 kilometers of coastal magic.
What makes this powerful? You’ll work with executive leaders who know that rock-solid financial governance is the foundation of trail sustainability. From monitoring compliance that protects our future to identifying risks before they become problems, you’ll see your expertise translate into unwavering organizational strength.
Ready to secure the adventure? If you’re energized by financial strategy, love ensuring accountability, and want to protect the resources that keep our trails thriving, this executive volunteer opportunity is your chance to make a lasting impact.
Join us. Safeguard the adventure.
Director, Governance & Oversight (Governance) – Elevate Excellence
Ready to be the architect of organizational greatness? Join our Governance & Oversight Committee as Governance Director and become the strategic force who transforms good leadership into exceptional performance. You’ll conduct board effectiveness reviews that drive results, benchmark best practices that set new standards, and build governance systems that turn passionate volunteers into a powerhouse organization. This isn’t just process improvement—it’s leadership excellence that protects 336 kilometers of coastal paradise.
What makes this inspiring? You’ll work with top-tier executives who understand that exceptional governance creates unstoppable impact. From designing board orientations that empower leaders to monitoring improvements that drive continuous growth, you’ll see your strategic vision elevate every aspect of our organization.
Ready to perfect the system? If you’re energized by governance excellence, love developing high-performing teams, and want to ensure organizational effectiveness that lasts for generations, this executive volunteer opportunity is your platform for impact.
Join us. Perfect the adventure.