Volunteer Spotlight, Historic Canopy Drive Team
Historic Canopy Drive Team: Nelson Goldman, Ken Robinson, Carl Winner, Robbie Hair, Jim Mauldin and Joyce Miller
Volunteer Team of Three+ of the Year Award for Protection
When entering Fort Clinch State Park, visitors travel the historic 3-mile drive, a stretch that is meticulously maintained by four dedicated volunteers who have served on the team since 2015. Every Wednesday, they work tirelessly to preserve and maintain the road and its safety.
Originally designed and built by the Civilian Conversation Corps, the road wanders through hardwood hammock and ancient dunes, and it requires constant maintenance to preserve its natural beauty. Volunteers use chain saws, woodchippers and other tools to maintain the 14-foot clearance of the road.
Each week, their work provides a safe route for campers traveling to the back of the park. This has reduced camper incidents by over 25%. During hurricane and storm season, these volunteers work tirelessly to clear the roads from debris and damage. This enables the park to reopen faster and restores a safe environment.
The mutual respect and hard work of team members is evident in the work they do. They have earned the respect and gratitude of park staff.
Congratulations to the Historic Canopy Drive Team on this award. Their support is appreciated.