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Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area

May 5, 2019 - May 11, 2019

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Volunteers will replace an existing bridge on the trail. They will use handsaws, shovels, hammers, rakes, etc. An existing bridge must be removed prior to the start of actual construction of the new bridge.

Host

National Park Service

Accommodations

Car Camping Tent Sites

Hiking/Access

Day hiking up to 2 miles each day

Project Rating

Moderate

Minimum Volunteer Age

16

Maximum Group Size

15

Area and Attractions

Encompassing 125,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau, Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area protects the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries. The park offers 400 miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding, and multi-use trails. The area is home to several arches, beautiful overlooks, wildflowers, and geological wonders. The park is home to the Twin Arches, considered to be the largest arches east of the Mississippi.

Accommodations Description

Volunteers will camp at the Bandy Creek Campground, a front-country campground. There are bath houses with hot showers. The campsites have tent pads, cooking grills and picnic tables. Some pots, pans and utensils will be provided. Volunteers should bring their own tent, sleeping bag/sleeping pad, cup/bowl/mug/eating utensils, and personal gear.

Travel

Airport pickup provided from McGhee Tyson Airport. Airport pickup and dropoff times will be sent to registrants when the trip is confirmed.

Location

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
151 Stable Road, Oneida, TN 37841 United States
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