This holiday season, the Trainers Association, in conjunction with Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters, will take on a new project, Donations of clothing, new or used, non-perishable food items, as well as monetary donations, will be collected by the trainers for distribution to needy families in the Appalachian region. Local and national media coverage will be on hand when the donations are presented. Contributions may be brought to the annual banquet, dropped off at the Trainers’ office, or mailed to P.O. Box 61, Shelbyville, TN 37162.