Hey, want to be part of something awesome? The City of Fort Wayne Greenways and Trails team is on the lookout for folks to join as Greenway Rangers and help keep our sidepath trails in top shape.
Oh, and if you’re wondering, a sidepath is just a fancy name for a two-way trail that runs right along the road—think bikes, joggers, and dog-walkers all sharing the lane.
Here’s what you’d be doing as a Greenway Ranger:
- Patrol your own little stretch of trail (half a mile to a mile) once a week from April through October. Winter patrols? Totally your call.
- Notice anything weird—like graffiti, fallen branches, or cracks in the path? Give the Program Manager a quick shout.
- Track your patrol hours each month. Nothing tricky, promise.
- Pick up litter, clear away small branches, sweep up debris—just the easy stuff. If it’s something bigger, let the Program Manager know and they’ll handle it.
Featured Sidepath Trail Openings:
- Ardmore Avenue Trail - W Jefferson Boulevard to Taylor Rd
- Homestead Road Trail - Aboite Center Rd to Liberty Mills Rd
- Lake Avenue Trail - Randallia to 2937 Lake Avenue (PACE of NE Indiana)
- Meijer Drive Trail - St. Joe Center Rd to Maysville Rd
- Pufferbelly Trail - Shoaff Rd to Fitch Rd
- Hanna Street Trail - Berry Street to Wallace Street - Coming Soon!
This volunteer position is open to anyone 18 years or older. Families or individuals under 18 should contact Rick Zolman at Greenways@CityofFortWayne.org to discuss opportunities.
