named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Monthly Community Meetings
Holds open meetings on the third Thursday of each month at Victor Town Hall to coordinate trail efforts and engage residents
Trail Maintenance and Development
Organizes regular work parties to clear, build, and maintain hiking trails throughout the Town of Victor for public use
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Recreational Trail Development and Maintenance 2 activities
- Acquires and maintains trail maintenance equipment and infrastructureAcquires and maintains trail maintenance equipment, uses fuel for operations, and constructs or improves trail infrastructure including bridges and other structures.
- Develops and maintains hiking and biking trailsDevelops, constructs, and maintains over 65 miles of hiking and biking trails in Victor, New York, with active maintenance on approximately 32.5 miles. Activities include trail clearing, infrastructure improvements (bridges, boardwalks, benches), and installation of signage.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Co-organizes casual walking groupsCo-organizes and participates in monthly casual walking groups in the Village of Victor and nearby parks and trails to promote community engagement and outdoor activity.
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Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
- Funds trail system development and maintenanceFunds the creation, improvement, and maintenance of a 70+ mile trail system, including trails, bridges, boardwalks, benches, and signs.
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Offers historical walking toursProvides a QR code walking tour highlighting historic buildings on East Main Street and West Main Street in Victor.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Organizes guided hikes and educational walksOrganizes monthly guided hikes on the second Saturday, annual family hikes on National Trails Day, and educational nature and history walks focused on local flora, railroads, and historic sites. Also hosts special interest walks at regional parks and historic locations.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Produces and distributes seasonal newslettersProduces and publishes seasonal newsletters each year since 2004 to communicate with members and the public.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Provides volunteer support for trail maintenanceConducts regular volunteer work parties for trail clearing and maintenance, providing supplies and meals to volunteers during these events.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Integrates local trails into regional trail networksIncluded the Auburn and Lehigh Trails as part of the Eastern Divide Trail, a 5,950-mile bikepacking route stretching from Newfoundland to Key West.
- Manages trail access and safety protocolsCloses the Seneca Trail during spring turkey hunting season to ensure user safety and maintain positive relationships with landowners.
- Supports organizational capacity through membership and structureMaintains membership in allied organizations, established organizational leadership structure with elected officers and appointed chairs, incorporated as a nonprofit, obtained tax-exempt status, adopted formal bylaws, and created a logo and trail design standards.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$23K
Contributions & grants$22K95%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$4892%
Other revenue$650
expenses
Total expenses$17K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$38K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$38K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -26.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 3
- David Wright — Business Operations Director
- Jeff Hennick — Information Director
- Jeff Miller — Education Director
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- American Equipment LLC Partner — Corporate sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- BikePacking.com Partner — Collaborated with BikePacking.com to designate VHT's Auburn and Lehigh Trails as part of the Eastern Divide Trail.
- Crescent Trails Association Partner — Modeled organizational structure and trail development approach after this neighboring trail organization in Perinton.
- Fleet Feet Partner — Corporate sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- Ganondagan State Historic Site Partner — Works with Victor Hiking Trails Inc on trail access and management, including seasonal closures.
- IDI Billing Solutions Partner — Corporate sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- Kettle Ridge Farm Partner — Local farm sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- Saxby Implement Partner — Corporate sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- The Key to Rentals Partner — Corporate sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- Town of Victor Government — Received support from the town for developing a trail system within town limits.
- Town of Victor Government Partner — Collaborates with Victor Hiking Trails Inc on trail development and maintenance.
- Victor Farmington Library Partner — Co-organizes monthly Wednesday Walks in the Village of Victor.
- Victor Parks and Recreation Partner — Local government partner supporting hiking and outdoor events in Victor, NY
- Victor Town Hall Government — Hosts monthly meetings and serves as a central coordination point for the organization.
- Victor Town Hall Government — Hosts monthly meetings of Victor Hiking Trails Inc
- WYSL Voice of Liberty Partner — Media sponsor of Victor Hiking Trails Inc events and programs
- allied organizations Network — Member of allied organizations to support trail preservation and access
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Diplomacy-Based Landowner Partnership Modelmethodology: diplomatic_landowner_engagementBy engaging landowners diplomatically and respecting seasonal use constraints like hunting, the organization maintains trail access and user safety because sustained goodwill enables long-term public access to private lands.
- Recreation-Integrated Environmental Educationmethodology: recreation-based environmental educationBy combining trail-based recreation with educational programming, the organization fosters public connection to nature and promotes environmental stewardship because experiential engagement increases awareness and long-term conservation behavior.
- Volunteer-Powered Trail Stewardshipmethodology: all-volunteer modelBy leveraging an all-volunteer workforce, the organization builds and maintains hiking trails because community-driven labor fosters local ownership, reduces operational costs, and strengthens stewardship of public trail systems.