Leadership

Soul Trak connects people to the outdoors through hands-on programs that inspire leadership and exploration. The Soul Trak Leaders Fellowship empowers adults to deepen their outdoor skills and embrace new adventures, while the College Ambassador Cohort prepares students to lead, share, and create meaningful outdoor experiences.

Join us, step outside, grow as a leader, and be part of our mission to transform lives through the power of nature.

Year-long Programming Engagement Soul Trak Leaders Fellowship

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Glenn Hall

Environmental Fellow

Glenn Hall

I am a third-generation Washingtonian who is passionate about empowering his Ward 8 community through education on a wide range of issues that impact them, but especially environmental and food justice-related issues. I have my Master’s in Urban Agriculture from the University of the District of Columbia and hope to pursue my Doctorate in the near future. But my path hasn’t always been this clear. Immediately after graduating from Lincoln University in 2021 with a degree in Mass Communications, I felt lost and sought a deeper purpose in life, one that would benefit the community that had helped shape me into who I am today. I have always been passionate about the outdoors, gardening, nature, etc., but I never knew that this could be a viable career path until I saw the various climate leaders, community activists, and farmers who took a stand for their communities during the pandemic/uprisings in 2020.

I was truly inspired by these leaders and realized that I could also make a difference in the world through the interconnected issues of the environment and our food systems. Since then, deciding to pursue my dreams has taken me so many places, and I have been afforded so many opportunities I could have only imagined. Through this fellowship with Soul Trak, my goal is to share this same passion and what I have been able to learn with individuals from my community and beyond who face similar struggles. I do what I do in hopes that they can also realize their power and the valuable role we all can play in shaping a better world, because we will need all the hands and voices we can get!

Soul Trak

Catrya Young

Environmental Fellow

Catrya Young

Catrya is a D.C. native, archivist, and visual artist whose work centers community memory, creativity, and care. She is the co-founder of Native Tourist DC, co-editor of BloomPrint Illuminated—an archive of reflections and activities from the Colored Girls Lab—and a volunteer with Lederer Community Gardens.

She facilitates creative circles and brings over 20 years of personal practice in yoga and biking to her work, approaching wellness as a collective and liberatory practice. Through her involvement with Soul Trak, she is committed to designing a life that centers liberation, connection to land, and community-rooted outdoor experiences.

2026 Environmental Leaders Fellowship Application

Apply by December 14th, 2025 

Fellowship Overview

The Environmental Leaders Fellowship is a year-long, paid professional development program for residents of Wards 7 and 8 who are passionate about environmental justice, outdoor education, and community leadership.

Fellows commit to about 20 hours per month and support Soul Trak through program facilitation, community engagement, and nonprofit operations. Throughout the year, fellows take an active role in planning and coordinating Soul Trak programs that reflect community needs and advance our mission.

This fellowship is ideal for emerging leaders seeking hands-on experience in the environmental and outdoor sectors.

What Fellows Do

A typical monthly schedule includes:

  • 2 in-person programs

  • 1 monthly leaders meeting

  • Program planning meetings (virtual or in-person)

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the coordination and planning of year-round programs, including seasonal outdoor activities and workshops

  • Assist with outdoor program facilitation (hikes, paddles, service projects, etc.)

  • Help manage logistics, communications, and participant coordination

  • Represent Soul Trak at outreach events, community gatherings, and partner meetings

  • Create monthly deliverables such as social media content, outreach materials, or partnership support

  • Participate in leadership development sessions and team meetings

  • Complete a capstone project or end-of-year reflection

Qualifications

  • Must be a resident of Ward 7 or 8

  • Passion for environmental justice, outdoor recreation, and community service

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Organized and able to support program planning and logistics

  • Ability to collaborate with a diverse team

  • Reliable, with strong time-management skills

  • Outdoor experience (recreation, education, or leadership) is a plus but not required

  • Weekend availability and some weekday availability

Fellowship Commitment & Compensation

  • Hours: ~20 hours/month

  • Duration: 12 months

  • Compensation: $20/hour (programming + planning)

Fellowship Benefits

  • Scholarships for outdoor industry certifications and trainings

  • Professional mentorship and leadership development

  • Hands-on experience in outdoor facilitation and nonprofit operations

  • Access to outdoor gear and Soul Trak programs

  • Eligibility to join Soul Trak’s Leaders Adventure Week in Moab (August 2026)

  • Connection to a network of environmental leaders, local partners, and outdoor brands

How to Apply

The form will collect your contact information and include four short-answer questions (150–300 words each):

  1. What inspires you to apply for the Soul Trak Environmental Leaders Fellowship?

  2. Describe your connection to the outdoors and/or environmental issues. How do these experiences shape your leadership goals?

  3. What skills or experiences would you like to gain through this fellowship?

  4. What is your vision for environmental and outdoor programming in your community?

After submitting your application, we will reach out to schedule an interview in November or December.

Timeline

 

  • Applications Open: November 10 – December 14

  • Rolling Review: Applicants will be notified of their status by December 31, 2025

  • Mandatory Orientation Retreat: January 17–19, 2026

    • Saturday 1/17: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    • Sunday 1/18: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

    • Monday 1/19: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Year-long Programming Engagement College Ambassador Cohort

 

College Ambassador Cohort

The College Ambassador Cohort is an outdoor leadership development program for college students that exposes budding leaders to new outdoor experiences, empowers students to share outdoor experiences with their peers on campus, and provides practical leadership opportunities for students. BIPOC students currently enrolled in college are eligible to apply. 

 

Over the course of the semester, students will work closely with the Soul Trak team to facilitate local outdoor programming, participate in local outdoor excursions, and plan and execute a campus initiative for their student peers. Ambassadors will have the opportunity to work closely with our program partners, including local environmental or youth non profits, outdoor industry companies, and recreational service providers. Ambassadors are also encouraged to participate in Soul Trak’s Leaders Service Week in the US Virgin Islands in March, and Adventure Week in Moab, Utah in August. The cohort will meet all together monthly, with additional meetings and programs to be scheduled in coordination with ambassadors’ schedules and Soul Trak programs. Each Ambassador will be involved with one program per month during the semester (4 programs over the course of the semester).

 

Dates: 

Jan Meeting: Wednesday January 29, 2025

Feb Meeting: Wednesday February 26, 2025

USVI Leaders Service Week: March 2-9, 2025

Mar Meeting: Wednesday March 26, 2025

Apr Meeting: Wednesday April 23, 2025

Leaders Adventure Week Moab: August 21-25, 2025

 

Skills:

Program Coordination: managing partner relations, sponsorships, participant outreach, and event management

Program Facilitation: learn to lead group activities confidently and effectively

Outdoor skills including: paddling, climbing, camping, hiking, and more!

 

Benefits:

Ambassadors will earn a stipend for 10 hours per month dedicated to developing leadership experience through Soul Trak programming. 

 

There are further opportunities outside of the semester to be more involved with larger Soul Trak initiatives and be connected with our partners for career development. 

 

 

 

Leadership Skills

Soul Trak student leaders will:

Organize

Organize small gatherings and events on campus for other students of color with interest in outdoor engagement.

Implement

Implement initiatives on campus that they've initially planned during Student Leadership retreat with the help of Soul Trak Staff.

Lead

Lead small outings in local parks and trails. Work with other Student Ambassador and Soul Trak Staff for off campus outings and initiatives

Collaborate

Collaborate with outdoor organizations and student groups for different outing opportunities for Soul Trak members.

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