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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
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SUMMARY:Take Transit to Trails and Visit the Nation's Capital for its 250th Year\, MD (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! \nTrees stretch skyward\, leaves rustle in the wind\, and birdsong echoes all around. All this beauty and only 12 miles from the nation’s capital! \nWelcome to Greenbelt Park\, an urban oasis like no other! Part of National Capital Parks – East\, its 1\,100 acres of emerald paradise welcome people from all over the country and the world to experience its unique natural solace. Greenbelt is the only national park where you can camp within the greater DC area (year-round\, too!) while its 10+ miles of hiking trails\, 3 large picnic areas\, annual campfire programs\, and resident wildlife ensure amazing experiences for everyone. \nBeing such a popular park\, its pathways see lots of activity\, and after a while they do need some sprucing up. That’s why we’re inviting you to Greenbelt to help improve and enhance its hiking trails! During your time with us\, you’ll rejuvenate and reshape trails damaged by storm washout and erosion\, clear invasive and plant native vegetation\, maintain signage\, and much more. \nBut this opportunity isn’t all dirt and work; there’ll be time for sightseeing and exploring nearby parks as well as DC itself\, right on time for America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. \nGreenbelt Park is eager to welcome you to experience serenity amidst suburbia while helping improve the land for all who engage with it. We hope to see you in 2026 for an unforgettable Volunteer Vacation! \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 80–85°F and lows of 60–65°F. Mid-June in the Washington\, D.C. area is warm\, humid\, and often hazy\, with a good chance of showers or 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: Departure \nEnjoy a hearty breakfast\, finish any final project work. Pack up and clean up\, celebrate your accomplishments\, wish each other a fond farewell\, and depart. \nPlease 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 Anacostan\, and Piscataway 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/take-transit-to-trails-and-visit-the-nations-capital-for-its-250th-year-md/
LOCATION:Greenbelt Park\, Ranger Station\, Riverdale\, MD\, 20737\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260519T221045
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SUMMARY:Mammoth Cave National Park (Free Cave Tour) & River Run\, KY
DESCRIPTION:Explore the longest known cave system in the world! This trip includes a free cave tour! \nMammoth Cave National Park is a park on two levels – 52\,830 acres of reclaimed hardwood forest and winding riverways\, and below it\, the longest known cave system in the world\, surveyed at 426 miles to date. It’s also a designated World Heritage Site and a Dark Sky Park\, perfect for stargazing! \nLocated within a day’s drive of major population centers\, it offers camping\, hiking\, horseback riding\, bicycling\, canoeing\, picnicking\, and cave tours.\nExplore the internationally recognized biological and geologic features and processes associated with the longest known cave system in the world\, the park’s diverse forested\, karst landscape\, the Green and Nolin rivers\, and extensive evidence of human history. \nVolunteers will work with Mammoth Cave National Park staff on backcountry trail maintenance along heavily used equestrian trails. Volunteers will assist park staff with the installation and/or repair of trail features designed to improve water drainage; build/repair trail surfaces to improve trail safety for the public; reduce soil erosion that will protect nearby waterways that drain into the river or cave environment; and relocate sections of downed trees (working with NPS Certified Chainsaw Operator) and remove encroaching vegetation to widen the trail corridor. \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 80–85°F and lows of 60–65°F. Early September in south-central Kentucky is warm and muggy\, with periodic 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 Adena Culture\, Cherokee East\, Shawanwaki/Shawnee\, and Yuchi 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/mammoth-cave-national-park-free-cave-tour-river-run-ky/
LOCATION:Mammoth Cave National Park\, Maple Springs Housing Facility\, Mammoth Cave\, KY\, 42259\, United States
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SUMMARY:Explore the Largest Canyon East of the Mississippi at Little River Canyon National Preserve\, AL
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! \nSweet home Alabama! \nLittle River Canyon is the deepest canyon east of the Mississippi River\, at 600 feet in some sections! Located on the flat top of Lookout Mountain the preserve stretches 15\,288 acres. While here you’ll experience the spectacular Little River Canyon\, the pristine Little River\, and a number of rare and threatened plant and animal species. Together with the adjacent Desoto State Park\, Little River Canyon National Preserve provides abundant scenic views and varied recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike. The park has kayaking\, fishing\, swimming\, waterfalls\, hiking and more. \nVolunteers will refresh 6 to 7 miles of the 16-mile trail during the week. Tasks include cleaning up under bush\, removing flood debris and other litter\, clearing fallen limbs and pruning limbs from the trail. \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 55–60°F. Late September in northeastern Alabama is warm with cooler nights and periodic showers or 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\, Cherokee East\, and Yuchi 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/explore-the-largest-canyon-east-of-the-mississippi-at-little-river-canyon-national-preserve-al/
LOCATION:DeSoto State Park\, 7104 Desoto Parkway NE\, Fort Payne\, AL\, 35967\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927
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SUMMARY:Wyoming Ranch Life among Wild Horses and Bighorn Sheep
DESCRIPTION:Located within a day’s drive of major population centers\, it offers camping\, hiking\, horseback riding\, bicycling\, canoeing\, picnicking\, and cave tours. \nPrecipitous canyon walls carved out by Layout Creek await you on this trip along with two water cascades and magnificent expansive views of the surrounding landscape. Layout creek descends off of the Pryor Mountains and eventually runs through the historic Ewing-Snell Ranch\, where the group camp will be located\, before it makes is final descent into the main channel canyon itself along the Lower Layout Creek Trail. \nVolunteers will work on the Layout Creek Trail a 2.4-mile long trail with 1\,500+ feet of elevation gain. Project work will include brushing\, re-establishing sections of trail tread\, the rehabilitation of user created trails in switchback areas\, opening up waterfall viewsheds\, and delineating sections of braided trail. \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 68–72°F and lows of 42–48°F. Late September along Bighorn Canyon is pleasantly cool with generally dry conditions and only occasional light showers. \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 Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Cheyenne\, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, and Crow 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/wyoming-ranch-life-among-wild-horses-and-bighorn-sheep/
LOCATION:Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area\, 20 US Highway 14A East\, Lovell\, WY\, 82431\, United States
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