Crew Dogs Love the Trails, Too

We all know trails are special to people; did you know that they’re also special to dogs? We’re excited to share a story about the well-behaved dogs who work alongside us on the trail.

Of course we can't claim to be dog mind readers so we’re just making an educated guess, but between their dance of anticipation at the doorway, their alert eyes at the trailhead, and their wagging tails in the woods, we think it’s safe to assume the trails are just as special to dogs as they are to you and me. 

​We’d like to introduce you to some unofficial crew dogs of BETA who’ve “helped” with many of our projects: 

Rekker

Dusty Grant’s four-legged coworker.

Skilled at providing emotional support to trail crew and volunteers (very helpful on hot, buggy days). Keen sense of where to find the coolest, freshest dirt pile to snooze in.

 He's pictured here scanning the area for his next nap spot.

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Spud

Luke Peduzzi’s (Peduzzi Trails, LLC) canine companion.

His favorite trail snack is whatever Luke is eating for lunch. Spud loves sunny summer days on a freshly-built trail.

 Here he's pictured helping Luke on a new build. 

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Stuart (Stewie)
Glenn Glover’s elder dog.

Known for being patient, measured, and relaxed. Has explored lots of different trails with Glenn in lots of different places; he likes the steady inclines of switchbacks best of all.


Here he's helping Glenn put up signage at East Branch Community Trails last fall.  

​Each dog has their own outdoorsy style -- taking it slow and steady; zipping after good smells; or finding a comfy spot to take a nap -- but they still have a lot in common, just like us.

We all love the special way trails connect us to nature, to one another, and to ourselves. And we know that dogs, like people, need to be well behaved so that everyone has a great trail experience.

There is one difference that stands out between dogs and people: dogs can’t donate to support the trails, but people can. 

Thanks to the gift of an anonymous donor, all community donations through December 31 will be matched. That means your $50 becomes $100. Your $100 becomes $200. Your gift funds trail projects that will put Spud, Stewie, and Rekker to work.

Thank you for being part of this community.
And thank you for helping write the next chapter.
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Help us meet our goal of raising $40,000 for BETA's 40th year -- donate today to double your impact.