Many opportunities exist in Tuolumne County for you and your family or group to give back as part of your experience here, whether it's participating in trail work, tree plantings, river clean-ups, or getting immersed in local Native American culture, there is something available to enhance your visit and make it memorable and fulfilling. Plus, always recreate responsibly while out enjoying the area.
Experiencing the spectacular outdoors and authentic California history are the main reasons visitors make their way to Tuolumne County. Enjoying all that the area has to offer comes with responsibility to be safe and to be good stewards.
Certified B Corporations™ are businesses that do more than make a profit. B Corps™ prioritize people and the planet in everything they do. These are the B Corps in Tuolumne County:
Find volunteer opportunities with several government, public and non-profit organizations on public and private lands:
Yosemite Rivers Alliance protects and restores the Tuolumne, Merced, and Stanislaus Rivers watersheds for present and future generations. The Alliance seeks a healthy and vibrant river and promotes stewardship of the river watersheds through:
• Education, outreach, volunteerism and adventures
• Collaboration with a diverse array of stakeholders
• Extensive on-the-ground restoration and forest health projects
• Advocacy and grassroots organizing
Groveland Trail Heads mountain bicycling club is a Chapter of the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), whose mission is to create, enhance and preserve great trail experiences for all trail users. GTH has been partnering with the Stanislaus National Forest’s Groveland Ranger District to develop a public use, mountain bike specific trail system as well as develop more multi-use trails in and around Groveland and Southern Tuolumne County.
UPCOMING OUTDOOR VOLUNTEER EVENTS
Saturday, April; 4th 9:00am-12:00pm
Little Golden Forest Trail at the Groveland Ranger Station, 24545 CA-120, Groveland, CA
The Groveland Trail Heads will be cleaning up the Little Golden Children’s Forest trail on Saturday April 4th.
They'll be hitting the ground running—raking paths, trimming back unruly brush, and weed whacking edges into perfect shape. We’re even adding a fresh coat of paint to keep our forest features looking sharp and vibrant. Whether you’re ready to master the loppers or just want to grab a rake and go, there’s a spot on the crew waiting for you.
Let’s get dirty and make some magic happen! Perks: Refreshments provided by the Groveland Trail Heads!
BRING: water, sunscreen, gloves, and a fun attitude.
Interested? email: volunteer@grovelandtrailheads.org and they'll get you signed up.
Love Tuolumne County's annual, action-oriented volunteer weekend is every April, and includes dozens of projects from which to choose to volunteer your time. Click here to find out more about the annual event and other events throughout the year.
Help preserve Sonora's iconic "Red Church" by becoming an Angel Donor. Angel Donors' donations help maintain and preserve the Church building and Parish Hall. Donations can be made to the Sonora Area Foundation either by check or on the St. James Episcopal Church website. For information, go to stjamessonora.org/preserve-the-red-church
The Revamp Creative Reuse Shop at Tuolumne County Arts carries a massive supply of donated art supplies of all types. Yarn, paper, fabric, thread, pens, and anything you need for your next project. Stop by for your art supply needs and support the arts of Tuolumne County.
Discover an unforgettable collection of style in this unique mountain town boutique. The Walk-in Closet in Twain Harte carries an amazing selection of new and consigned clothing, shoes, purses, accessories and jewelry.
There are many ways that you can help support local agriculture and growers. Visiting one of the several farmers' markets is an excellent way to connect with local growers and purchase sustainable foods and products. There are also farms in the area that are open to the public and that put on events highlighting sustainability. Farms of Tuolumne County, a non-profit organization that promotes the local agriculture industry and provides information on local farms and restaurants that incorporate local ingredients into their menus.
Tuolumne County has incredible natural and cultural history, stories, and traditions. Discover something new by attending interpretive programs offered by the Stanislaus National Forest and local tribes.
