In 1964 Montecito Trails Foundation was formed to:
Preserve historic trails of the Chumash people and Spanish settlers in southern Santa Barbara County
Acquire and develop new trails per requirements of the Santa Barbara County General Plan
Maintain and improve existing trails for public use
Partner with Santa Barbara County to widen trails for public safety
Read what Montecito Trails Foundation writes regarding Chumash History in the Front Country.
Consider. Please Donate, become a member, join a mail list, but most importantly contact and email and say you are ready to volunteer and do trail maintainance
(Montecito Trails Foundation) We've had an overwhelming request for volunteer opportunities this summer, and we have a much loved trail that could use community stewardship. Born out of both need and want, we are launching the Hot Springs Stewardship Project. Open to kids looking for community service hours (youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult), as well as adult volunteers looking to help out with outreach on the trail. Opportunities will be open each day - June through September. The objectives for Hot Springs Stewards are to generally keep a pulse on the Hot Springs, clean up litter and provide a friendly connection with trail users. Trail steward visits will be scheduled through a sign-up, parking will be assisted and a post hike report can be easily submitted. If you are interested, please RSVP to join us for a mandatory training. We are looking forward to the ways this project can positively impact the trail community.