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SUMMARY:Rainforest Charm in Small Town Alaska\, AK
DESCRIPTION:Ketchikan is a picturesque town in southeast Alaska. Surrounded by mountains and ocean\, it is a photographers dream. Whether you would like to stroll down the sidewalk and explore small-town shops while staying in the Ketchikan Misty Fjords Bunkhouse in town or hike in the temperate rainforest\, this location is for you. Ketchikan has wonderful museums and strong native cultures to discover. Don’t forget to bring rain gear as the beauty of a temperate rainforest is built by rain! \nVolunteers will work on a mile of trail from the trailhead to a look out point. Tasks include feature removal\, rebuilding steps\, water mitigation\, and bridge repair. The trail is very rocky and will require lots of bending\, heavy lifting\, shoveling\, and picking. There are also steep trail sections within the project. \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of around 55–60°F and lows of 40–45°F. Late May in coastal southeast Alaska is cool and often cloudy\, with frequent light rain or drizzle. \nSample Schedule:  \nDay 1: Arrival \nTypically meet in the afternoon for check in\, introductions\, orientation\, and setup. (Time/place TBD) \nDay 2: Work Day \nEnjoy a hearty breakfast\, pack lunches\, and be on the trail between 8 AM and 9 AM \nLunch and plenty of other breaks will be included. \nWrap up the work day in the late afternoon and head back to lodging and enjoy a few hours of daylight for free time. \nReconvene at a chosen time for dinner. \nAfter dinner has been cleaned up\, evenings offer plenty of  time to relax\,  and get to know your fellow crew members\, or enjoy more free time. \nDay 3: Work Day \nDay 4: Rest Day (Specific Day on Trip Will Be Confirmed By Host) \nYour choice! Explore the area\, take a recreational hike\,  tour local attractions\, or hang out at camp. Group excursions can be planned or set-out on your own. \nDay 5: Work Day \nDay 6: Work Day \nDay 7: Departure \nPack up and clean up\, celebrate your accomplishments\, wish each other a fond farewell\, and depart. Please note: This schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances. Any updates will be communicated to the group. \nLand Acknowledgment: \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Tlingit\, and Dënéndeh people past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded these islands and mountain landscapes for countless generations\, and those who continue this stewardship today. This acknowledgement is one step in our ongoing commitment to uplift Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to learn about\, support\, and stand in solidarity with the Indigenous peoples whose lands we live\, work\, and recreate on.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/misty-alaska-fjords-rainforest-and-small-town-charm-ak/
LOCATION:Tongass National Forest\, 3031 Tongass Ave\, Ketchikan\, AK\, 99901\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting and Prairie Exploration Along the River\, NE
DESCRIPTION:***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! \nSamuel R. McKelvie National Forest is a fantastic representation of the unique Nebraska Sandhills prairie ecosystem. Popular uses of the forest include hunting\, fishing\, camping and bird watching. \nVolunteers will help support restoration efforts at the Steer Creek Campground in the McKelvie National Forest. The campground lost most of its tree cover because of prolonged and heavy flooding. The weather anomaly in the spring of 2020 saturated the tree roots leading to a tree die off. Dead trees have been falling in the campground causing damage. Trees have been cut down\, but damage to facilities is still present. Volunteers on this project will help to repair and replace campground facilities such as campfire rings\, pedestal grills\, boards on the picnic tables etc. The Bluejay trail is a 1.4-mile loop that begins and ends at the Steer Creek Campground. Volunteers will help to clear overgrowth and sign the trail. If trees are available from the Forest Service nursery\, volunteers will also help replant the campground! \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of about 75–80°F and lows of 50–55°F. Early June on the Nebraska Sandhills tends to be warm with increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms\, especially in the afternoons or evenings. \nSample Schedule:  \nDay 1: Arrival \nTypically meet in the afternoon for check in\, introductions\, orientation\, and camp setup. (Time/place TBD) \nDay 2: Work Day \nEnjoy a hearty breakfast\, pack lunches\, and be on the trail between 8 AM and 9 AM \nLunch and plenty of other breaks will be included. \nWrap up the work day in the late afternoon and head back to camp and enjoy a few hours of daylight for free time. \nReconvene at a chosen time for dinner. \nAfter dinner has been cleaned up\, evenings offer plenty of  time to relax\, sit around the campfire and get to know your fellow crew members\, or enjoy more free time. \nDay 3: Work Day \nDay 4: Rest Day (Specific Day on Trip Will Be Confirmed By Host) \nYour choice! Explore the area\, take a recreational hike\,  tour local attractions\, or hang out at camp. Group excursions can be planned or set-out on your own. \nDay 5: Work Day \nDay 6: Work Day \nDay 7: Departure \nPack up and clean up\, celebrate your accomplishments\, wish each other a fond farewell\, and depart. Please note: This schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances. Any updates will be communicated to the group. \nLand Acknowledgment: \nAHS acknowledges that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Tséstho’e (Cheyenne)\, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, and Pâri (Pawnee) peoples\, past and present. We honor the land\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded it for generations\, and those who continue this stewardship today. This land acknowledgement is a first step in our commitment to uplift Indigenous voices\, and we invite the American Hiking Society community to continue learning about and supporting the Indigenous peoples whose lands we live\, work\, and recreate on.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/tree-planting-and-prairie-exploration-along-the-river-ne/
LOCATION:Nebraska National Forest- Bessey Ranger District\, 40637 River Loop Rd\, Halsey\, NE\, 69142\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:Search for Bigfoot Amongst the Trees in this Beautiful Northern California Forest Wilderness (Free Fjällräven Backpack Included!)
DESCRIPTION:***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! \nSiskiyou Wilderness | In partnership with the Bigfoot Trail Alliance & Klamath National Forest \nStep into the wild heart of the Siskiyou Mountains\, where Clear Creek cuts a cold\, bright line through deep forest and stone. This week-long volunteer trailworking vacation invites you into one of Northern California’s most pristine mountain landscapes—an emerald corridor threaded with sky\, cedar shade\, and the steady pulse of flowing water. \nFrom the trailhead\, we hike just a mile into the wilderness to a shaded camp tucked beside the creek. Clear pools beckon for afternoon swims\, and the music of water against stone becomes the soundtrack to our days—quiet\, insistent\, timeless. \nEach morning\, we shoulder tools and turn upstream\, giving care to a remote trail that has fallen beneath windthrow\, fire scars\, and the simple passage of years. We remove downed logs\, reset tread\, and reopen the path—making way not only for future hikers\, but for the unseen migrations of animals\, the flow of ideas\, and the generations who will pass through this watershed long after us. \nEvenings bring us back home to camp: warm food shared beneath fading light\, cold water on sore feet\, stories exchanged over the hush of the forest\, and the sense that our work—small in scale\, large in meaning—has mattered. \nThis is more than a service project. It is an immersion into wilderness\, into community\, and into the practice of tending a living landscape. \nWhat to Expect\n\nHiking: ~1 mile into camp with only personal gear\nWork: Moderate physical activity\, 6–8 hours/day with breaks\nSupport: Tools\, instruction\, and guidance provided—no experience needed\n\nReward: Cold creek swims\, forest quiet\, and the satisfaction of care given \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of roughly 88–94°F and lows of 60–65°F. Late June in the northern Sacramento Valley is hot and dry\, with virtually no rainfall and strong afternoon sun. \nLand Acknowledgment: \nWe honor that this work takes place on the ancestral and ongoing homelands of the Karuk Tribe\, whose people have lived with\, stewarded\, burned\, fished\, and sung to these waters and forests since time immemorial. Clear Creek and its surrounding mountains are part of a cultural landscape woven with place-names\, stories\, and relationships that continue today. We acknowledge the leadership of the Karuk Tribe in ongoing stewardship of fire\, forest\, and river systems\, and we invite all who join us to learn\, support\, and stand in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples whose lands make our time here possible. \n 
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/search-for-bigfoot-amongst-the-trees-in-this-beautiful-northern-california-forest-wilderness/
LOCATION:Klamath National Forest\, Happy Camp\, Californa\, United States
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SUMMARY:American Hiking Legacy Project- Dolly Sods Vistas & Famous Blackwater Falls\, WV (Free Fjällräven Backpack Included!)
DESCRIPTION:***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! \nIn the beautiful Dolly Sods Wilderness Area volunteers will work on a boardwalk that was constructed 20 years ago with help from the American Hiking Society! \nHiking through the beautiful meadows and across the rolling streams to access our work site each day volunteers will also complete rock work and tread work\, including moving rock from the trail\, rock armoring muddy sections\, and building rock causeways to assist with keeping visitors on the trail and no creating social trails. \nDolly Sods is a Wilderness area with 17\,371 acres and 47 miles of trails. Dolly Sods is unique in that it contains bog and heath eco-types\, more commonly typical to southern Canada. The elevations in the higher country range over 4\,700 feet and the lower elevation of the red creek drainage drops to 2\,500 feet. The area is located high in the Allegheny Plateau\, with extensive rocky plains\, upland bogs\, and sweeping vistas. The area offers many opportunities for hiking (over 400 miles of trails with an hour drive)\, rock climbing opportunities at Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area and miles of mountain bike trails. \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of roughly 75–80°F and lows of 50–55°F. Mid-June in the Monongahela highlands is warm and humid with regular chances of showers and thunderstorms. \nSample Schedule:  \nDay 1: Arrival \nTypically meet in the afternoon for check in\, introductions\, orientation\, and camp setup. (Time/place TBD) \nDay 2: Work Day \nEnjoy a hearty breakfast\, pack lunches\, and be on the trail between 8 AM and 9 AM \nLunch and plenty of other breaks will be included. \nWrap up the work day in the late afternoon and head back to camp and enjoy a few hours of daylight for free time. \nReconvene at a chosen time for dinner. \nAfter dinner has been cleaned up\, evenings offer plenty of  time to relax\, sit around the campfire and get to know your fellow crew members\, or enjoy more free time. \nDay 3: Work Day \nDay 4: Rest Day (Specific Day on Trip Will Be Confirmed By Host) \nYour choice! Explore the area\, take a recreational hike\,  tour local attractions\, or hang out at camp. Group excursions can be planned or set-out on your own. \nDay 5: Work Day \nDay 6: Work Day \nDay 7: Departure \nPack up and clean up\, celebrate your accomplishments\, wish each other a fond farewell\, and depart. Please note: This schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances. Any updates will be communicated to the group. \nLand Acknowledgement: \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Shawanwaki/Shawnee\, and Massawomeck people past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded these islands and mountain landscapes for countless generations\, and those who continue this stewardship today. This acknowledgement is one step in our ongoing commitment to uplift Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to learn about\, support\, and stand in solidarity with the Indigenous peoples whose lands we live\, work\, and recreate on.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/american-hiking-legacy-project-dolly-sods-vistas-famous-blackwater-falls-wv/
LOCATION:Red Creek Campground\, WV\, 26847\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
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SUMMARY:Hiking in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area in the Hoosier National Forest\, IN
DESCRIPTION:***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! \nHoosier National Forest is located near Bloomington Indiana\, home to Indiana University.  The Charles C. Deam Wilderness is a congressionally designated wilderness area with 36 miles of hiking trails. \nVolunteers will hike approximately 3-4 miles to sites along Hayes Trail and pull the invasive Japanese Stiltgrass. No previous knowledge is necessary\, just your interest in learning and helping to keep the forests healthy. Project host MC-IRIS (Monroe County Identify and Reduce Invasive Species) has been collaborating with the Hoosier National Forest for 6 years and see a tremendous reduction in the Japanese Stiltgrass on the Pate Hollow and Hayes Trails. Volunteers should plan to start early in the morning\, typically 8 o’clock\, and pull until noon to break for lunch. If the weather isn’t too hot work will continue or volunteers will return to camp. It’ll be a joyous time of camaraderie and an uplifting sense of restoring the land to let the spring ephemerals blossom the following year. \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of about 85–88°F and lows of 65–70°F. Late July in southern Indiana is hot and humid\, with a strong chance of scattered afternoon or evening thunderstorms. \nSample Schedule:  \nDay 1: Arrival \nTypically meet in the afternoon for check in\, introductions\, orientation\, and camp setup. (Time/place TBD) \nDay 2: Work Day \nEnjoy a hearty breakfast\, pack lunches\, and be on the trail between 8 AM and 9 AM \nLunch and plenty of other breaks will be included. \nWrap up the work day in the late afternoon and head back to camp and enjoy a few hours of daylight for free time. \nReconvene at a chosen time for dinner. \nAfter dinner has been cleaned up\, evenings offer plenty of  time to relax\, sit around the campfire and get to know your fellow crew members\, or enjoy more free time. \nDay 3: Work Day \nDay 4: Rest Day (Specific Day on Trip Will Be Confirmed By Host) \nYour choice! Explore the area\, take a recreational hike\,  tour local attractions\, or hang out at camp. Group excursions can be planned or set-out on your own. \nDay 5: Work Day \nDay 6: Work Day \nDay 7: Departure \nPack up and clean up\, celebrate your accomplishments\, wish each other a fond farewell\, and depart. Please note: This schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances. Any updates will be communicated to the group. \nLand Acknowledgment: \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Shawanwaki/Shawnee\, Kickapoo\, Kaskaskia\, and Myaamia people past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded these islands and mountain landscapes for countless generations\, and those who continue this stewardship today. This acknowledgement is one step in our ongoing commitment to uplift Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to learn about\, support\, and stand in solidarity with the Indigenous peoples whose lands we live\, work\, and recreate on.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/hoosier-forest-college-town-memories-and-vibrant-arts-in/
LOCATION:Hardin Ridge Recreation Area\, 6464 Hardin Ridge Road\, Heltonville\, 47436\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
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SUMMARY:Eagle Cap Alpine Adventure- Hiker's Paradise\, OR
DESCRIPTION:Backpacking among Oregon’s Glacial Lakes and Wild and Scenic Rivers! \nJoin this popular backcountry backpacking project in the stunning Eagle Cap Wilderness! The Eagle Cap Wilderness lies in the heart of the Wallowa Mountains in northeastern Oregon on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. \nThe East Fork Lostine Trail is a popular route used to access the Lakes Basin Management Area in the Eagle Cap Wilderness. Backpackers\, day hikers\, and horseback riders enjoy the sights of thick forests\, cascading creeks\, glacial valleys\, steep scree slopes\, and a striking view of this area’s namesake peak. \nThe 2026 project will focus on restoring a segment of the trail to Eagle Cap Summit which has been damaged by extensive erosion and heavy foot traffic. Volunteers will take part in hands-on rock work\, including the installation of water bars and check dams\, signpost and cairn installation\, as well as tread stabilization along steep rocky terrain. \nThe worksite sits above Mirror Lake and Upper Lake\, offering incredible views of the Lostine Valley and Lakes Basin. Each day will include meaningful elevation gain—up to 1\,000 feet—as the crew hikes to and from the work site(s). In addition to the erosion restoration\, there is an opportunity to rehabilitate braided trail sections\, install and repair Restoration Site signage in impacted areas\, and install water control features such as check dams\, French drains\, and water bars on Trail #1661 near Ivan Carper Pass by Upper Lake. Other opportunities may include fire ring deconstruction and campsite restoration at Upper or Mirror Lakes. \nThis project gives volunteers the chance to protect a beloved and highly trafficked Wilderness route\, preserve fragile alpine landscapes\, and directly improve trail safety and sustainability for years to come. \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of around 75–80°F and lows of 45–50°F. Early August in northeastern Oregon’s Wallowa Mountains offers warm\, dry days\, cool nights\, and generally light\, infrequent showers. \nLand Acknowledgment: \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Nez Perce\, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation\, Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla people past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded these islands and mountain landscapes for countless generations\, and those who continue this stewardship today. This acknowledgement is one step in our ongoing commitment to uplift Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to learn about\, support\, and stand in solidarity with the Indigenous peoples whose lands we live\, work\, and recreate on.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/eagle-cap-alpine-adventure-hikers-paradise-or/
LOCATION:Eagle Cap Wilderness\, 88401 Highway 82\, Enterprise\, OR\, 97828\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260502T014024
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SUMMARY:Guided Canoe Pack Adventure in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness\, MN
DESCRIPTION:***Special Promotion*** All trip participants will receive a Fjällräven Kånken R backpack (not suitable for overnight backpacking) (valued at $100) generously donated by our good friends at Fjällräven. Made from recycled materials and ready for adventure! \nJoin this guided backcountry trip in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness\, which encompasses more than 1\,200 miles of canoe routes\, 12 hiking trails and more than 2\,000 designated campsites! On this project\, volunteers will canoe into a extremely remote campsite inside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Volunteers will hike along a spur wilderness trail to connect with the Kekekabic/Snowbank Trail and clear sections of the trail corridor by using traditional hand tools. \nThere is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction\, tool demonstrations\, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks\, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here. \nAvg. Temperature: \nTypical weather for this area during this season has highs of roughly 60–65°F and lows of 40–45°F. Late September in northern Minnesota is cool and crisp\, with changing leaves and occasional light rain showers. \nLand Acknowledgement: \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Anishinabewaki\, and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ peoples\, past and present. We honor the land\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded it for generations\, and those who continue this stewardship today. This land acknowledgement is a first step in our commitment to uplift Indigenous voices\, and we invite the American Hiking Society community to continue learning about and supporting the Indigenous peoples whose lands we live\, work\, and recreate on.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/guided-canoe-pack-adventure-in-the-boundary-waters-canoe-area-wilderness-mn/
LOCATION:Kawishiwi Ranger District office\, 1393 Hwy 169\, Ely\, MN\, 55731\, United States
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