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SUMMARY:Grayson Highlands State Park\, Virginia - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Near Mount Rogers and Whitetop Mountain\, Virginia’s two highest mountains\, Grayson Highlands offers scenic views of alpine-like peaks more than 5\,000 feet high. Facilities include a visitor center\, campgrounds\, and hiking trails leading to waterfalls and overlooks. The park provides year-round access to the Appalachian Trail and the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail. American Hiking Society volunteers will work on creating a new trail that connects the Visitor Center to Massie Gap\, which is needed to allow park visitors to access the high country when the parking at Massie Gap is at capacity and visitors are diverted to the nearest parking area at the Visitor Center\, just over a mile up the road. There is a trail system currently in place for this\, but the Big Pinnacle trail from Twin Pinnacles to Massie Gap was poorly designed along the fall line\, and is therefore unsustainable and too steep for many park visitors to successfully navigate. The new 0.85 mile trail will skirt the side slope of Haw Orchard Mountain through birch groves\, boulder fields and spruce stands\, completely avoiding the heavily used Twin Pinnacles Trail. Some of the trail will be installed mechanically\, but portions will require dirt or rock work by hand. If the new trail is completed\, there is additional rock work needed on Listening Rock\, another high elevation trail in the same area of the park. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East)\, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) and Moneton peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/grayson-highlands-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Grayson Highlands State Park\, 829 Grayson Highland Lane\, Mouth of Wilson\, VA\, 24363\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220626
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SUMMARY:Letchworth State Park\, New York - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Letchworth State Park\, renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East\,” is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs–as high as 600 feet in some places–surrounded by lush forests. Hikers can choose among 66 miles of hiking trails. Trails are also available for horseback riding\, biking\, snowmobiling\, and cross-country skiing. Letchworth offers nature\, history and performing arts programs\, guided walks\, tours\, a summer lecture series\, whitewater rafting\, kayaking\, a pool for swimming and hot air ballooning. \nThe Letchworth Branch Trail of the Finger Lakes Trail System is a 27-mile-long pathway along the Genesee River as it passes through the Letchworth Gorge. This trail is heavily used by hikers\, runners\, and visitors to the area as it traverses several overlooks of the gorge and its three waterfalls. Much of the trail work will be drainage work\, reroutes and elevating the trail in the most heavily used sections of the trail system. There may be some construction involving the replacement of two lean-to roofs. This process will entail the removal of roofing shingles\, repairs to the wood structure of the roof and the installation of a metal roof. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Onöndowa’ga:’ (Seneca) and Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/letchworth-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Letchworth State Park\, 6111 Visitor Center Rd\, Mt. Morris\, NY\, 14510\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220626
DTSTAMP:20220104T183819Z
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SUMMARY:Kenai National Wildlife Refuge\, Alaska - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge\, often called “Alaska in miniature”\, is home to a wide diversity of wildlife including moose\, eagles\, brown and black bears\, lynx\, wolves and trumpeter swans. Biodiversity is unusually high for this latitude because of the juxtaposition of two biomes on the Kenai Peninsula:  the northern fringe of the Sitka spruce-dominated (Picea sitchensis) coastal rainforest on the eastern flank of the Kenai Mountains\, and the western-most reach of boreal forest in North America on the western slope of the Kenai Mountains.  Elevations range from 6\,600 feet (Mt. Truuli) to sea level where the refuge extends to Chickaloon Flats in Turnagain Arm. \nAmerican Hiking Society Volunteers will work on establishing a connecting trail between Vista Trail and Skilak Lookout Trail. The total distance between the two trails is roughly 2 miles. The crew would be working from the top of Vista Trail clearing new corridor and digging new tread as they begin to start the work towards Skilak Lookout Trail. Vista Trail is 1.5 miles one way hiking to the end of the trail and then starting work from there. With views of Skilak Lake all along the trail it makes for a beautiful hike. Base camp will be established in Upper Skilak Campground where the trail starts out of. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Dënéndeh and Dena’ina Ełnena peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/kenai-national-wildlife-refuge-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Upper Skilak Lake Campground\, Upper Skilak Lake Campground\, Cooper Landing\, AK\, 99572\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220619
DTSTAMP:20220412T203614Z
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SUMMARY:San Juan Islands National Monument\, Washington - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Situated in the northern reaches of Washington State’s Puget Sound\, the San Juan Islands are a uniquely beautiful archipelago of over 450 islands\, rocks\, and pinnacles. The new San Juan Islands National Monument encompasses approximately 1\,000 acres of land spread across many of these rocks and islands and managed by the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management. Drawing visitors from around the world\, this is a landscape of unmatched contrasts\, where forests seem to spring from gray rock and distant\, snow-capped peaks provide the backdrop for sandy beaches. The San Juan Islands National Monument is a trove of scientific and historic treasures\, a refuge for an array of wildlife\, and a classroom for generations of Americans. \nOn this trip\, American Hiking Society volunteers will perform trail maintenance\, noxious weeds eradication and recreation site maintenance. The crew will be transported to and from base camp to the work areas via carpools and or boat with minimal hiking involved. Dependent on the weather\, projects may be performed on outer islands. Volunteers will be engaged with a handful of other agency representatives in the SJI and also working outside of BLM lands. It takes an island and we all share when we can! \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Coast Salish peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/san-juan-islands-national-monument-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:San Juan Islands National Monument\, 650 Mullis St\, Friday Harbor\, WA\, 98250\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220619
DTSTAMP:20220104T183008Z
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SUMMARY:Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge\, Kansas - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge is one in a system of over 550 refuges administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and dedicated to the preservation and conservation of wildlife. The Refuge is named after the Marais des Cygnes River which runs through the middle of the refuge and is the dominant natural feature of the region. The name\, Marais des Cygnes\, comes from the French language and means Marsh of the Swans. It is presumed that trumpeter swans\, which were historically common in the Midwest\, used the wetlands adjacent to the Marais des Cygnes River during spring and fall migration. \nThe Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge contains 5 trails that are available for public use. The Mosaic Trail resides within the south-eastern portion of the refuge and was originally designed as a loop trail (1.2 miles). Previous management efforts had been made to re-design it; however\, this effort was not completed\, and the trail has been neglected for several years. In the scope of this project\, the crew will work on rehabilitating the trail and re-constructing trail pathway boundaries and bridges. This work may include\, but is not limited to; limbing\, string trimming\, leveling\, hauling and distribution of gravel\, and hammering/drilling. Nearby resides a fishing access area that has suffered extreme erosion and damage. In this access area\, there is a metal staircase that has fallen onto the shoreline and the access route has now become hazardous for visitors and staff. In the scope of this project\, the crew will work to remove these hazardous structures and will reconstruct the trail and a new staircase to allow access to the Marais des Cygnes River for recreational shoreline fishing. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ?????? ???? ???? ??^??^(Osage)\, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) and Kaskaskia peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/marais-des-cygnes-national-wildlife-refuge-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge\, 24141 Kansas Highway 52\, Pleasanton\, KS\, 66075\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTSTAMP:20220104T182739Z
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SUMMARY:Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area\, Tennessee - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Encompassing 125\,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau\, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area protects the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries. The area boasts miles of scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs\, is rich with natural and historic features and has been developed to provide visitors with a wide range of outdoor recreational activities. There are five bridges in the Jakes Place (Historic) landscape which were built several years ago\, and they are in need of being removed and rebuilt. American Hiking Society volunteers will work on replacing one of these bridges during your week of service. There are no buildings left standing at Jakes Place other than the remnants of an old fire place. There are three streams that meet at the Jakes Place to form the beginning of Station Camp Creek. With the beginning of summer the area is abundant with wildlife\, wildflowers\, birds and lush green trees. It is an area for foot traffic only and it is truly a peaceful area to visit\, even if only for one day. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East)\, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi)\, Shawandasse Tula and (Shawanwaki/Shawnee)peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/big-south-fork-national-river-and-recreation-area-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area\, 4564 Leatherwood Road\, Oneida\, TN\, 37841\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTSTAMP:20220322T153818Z
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SUMMARY:Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore\, Michigan - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Beaver Basin Wilderness includes 13 miles of stunning Lake Superior shoreline from Spray Falls on the west to Sevenmile Creek on the east. The Beaver Basin Wilderness offers opportunities for quiet\, solitude\, wilderness recreation\, and spiritual renewal. The wilderness zone includes 8.4 miles of the North Country National Scenic Trail and 8.5 miles of connector trails as well as six backcountry campsites. American Hiking Society Volunteers will assist with the annual trail clearance project to clear and rehab trails\, remove and replace boardwalks\, and build different types of trail assets. Hand tools such as shovels\, loppers\, grub hoes\, and other tools will be used. The goal is to open up and get the trails in shape for the summer hiking season. Unlike any other place on Lake Superior\, Pictured Rocks offers the opportunity to explore miles of pristine beaches\, hike nearly 100 miles of trails\, view towering sandstone cliffs\, and experience the serenity of northern woodlands. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ and Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/pictured-rocks-national-lakeshore-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore\, Maintenance Building E9758 Co. Rd H-58\, Munising\, MI\, 49862\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTSTAMP:20220201T165829Z
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SUMMARY:Trinidad Coastal Land Trust\, California - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will work with trail supervisors on the Tepona Point Overlook trail\, located along Scenic Drive on the stunning Trinidad coastline in northern California\, where the redwoods meet the Pacific Ocean. This staircase trail provides public access to viewing the iconic offshore rocks of the California Coastal National Monument\, glimpses of migrating grey whales\, and plentiful seabirds. Although trail distances are only a few 100 yards\, the terrain is very sloped as we will be working along a coastal bluff. Work will include replacing a dilapidated staircase with a stretch of crib steps\, which will consist of demolishing the existing stairs\, removing vegetation\, installing crib steps and a safety railing\, and removing invasive plants. Trail work will include manual lifting of work materials (lumber\, gravel\, and tools)\, trail step construction\, filling in cribs with gravel\, and clearing brush and ivy. The summer weather is moderate and enjoyable. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Resighini Rancheria\, Yurok Tribe\, Trinidad Rancheria\, and Big Lagoon Rancheria peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/trinidad-coastal-land-trust-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Sue-Meg State Park\, 4150 Patricks Point Dr\, Trinidad\, CA\, 95570\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220508
DTSTAMP:20220104T182515Z
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SUMMARY:North Country National Scenic Trail\, Minnesota - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:From bird watching to backpacking\, the North Country National Scenic Trail provides visitors an opportunity to enjoy many rewarding experiences as it winds across eight northern states. The North County National Scenic Trail connects a host of natural\, historic\, and cultural areas from valleys to hilltops\, cities to small towns\, and everything in between. \nJoin the North County Trail Association and help clear and construct a new 5-mile segment of the North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT) on both public and private lands. The work will include clearing the corridor using hand tools\, power tools\, and a brush mower followed by constructing trail tread using hand tools. This new segment will replace a road walk on the NCT’s Arrowhead Re-route in between the Chippewa National Forest and Grand Rapids\, MN. The landscape the project traverses includes Tioga Mine pit lake\, the southern most iron mine on the Mesabi Range. The NCT will overlook the pit lake while passing through the Tioga Recreation Area\, a world class mountain bike trail facility. The trail will also pass by historic mine sites\, mine tailings piles\, and along the edge of a private maple syrup operation. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, Mdewakanton\, and Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/north-country-national-scenic-trail-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Tioga Beach Park\, 24308 Tioga Beach Rd1\, Cohasset\, MN\, 55721\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220501
DTSTAMP:20220411T163030Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship\, Virginia - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Ridge Center is a nonprofit organization that manages nearly 900 acres featuring hiking trails through deep woods\, babbling streams\, a working farm\, wildflower meadows\, and historic farmsteads. Located in the western region of Virginia’s Loudoun County\, Blue Ridge Environmental Center land protects Potomac River tributaries and the Chesapeake Bay watershed\, preserves the Appalachian Trail viewshed\, and conserves the natural habitat for hundreds of animal species.  The Center has 10 miles of hiking to explore streams\, spot wildlife\, and imagine life in a 19th century farming community. \nDuring this project\, American Hiking Society volunteers will work on maintaining and developing trails and other structures at the Blue Ridge Center. Specific tasks may include repairing bridges\, lifting and carrying stones and logs\, painting and creating trail signs\, and sprucing up the grounds as needed. Volunteers interested in helping with the organic farm can perform tasks such as starting seeds in the greenhouse\, transplanting vegetable starts\, and building garden beds. Volunteers will also have scheduled time off to enjoy the many surrounding attractions or further explore the Center! \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Massawomeck and Manahoac peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/blue-ridge-center-for-environmental-stewardship-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship\, 11661 Harpers Ferry Rd\, Hillsboro\, VA\, 20132\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220501
DTSTAMP:20220104T181445Z
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SUMMARY:Savannah National Wildlife Refuge\, South Carolina - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:The chain of national wildlife refuges that forms the Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex extends from Pinckney Island NWR near Hilton Head Island\, South Carolina\, to Wolf Island NWR near Darien\, Georgia. The Savannah National Wildlife Refuge\, established April 6\, 1927\, consists of 31\,551 acres of freshwater marshes\, tidal rivers and creeks\, and bottomland hardwoods. About half the refuge is bottomland\, composed primarily of cypress\, gum\, and maple species. \nVolunteers will work on the Swamp Edge Boardwalk trail to provide visitor access to a cypress swamp adjacent to the Refuge Visitor Center. The boardwalk will be approximately 420 feet long and will be built mostly over water 1 to 1.5 feet deep. The framework will be constructed using pressure treated lumber supported on steel pilings designed to minimize disturbance to the environment. The decking boards will be Brazilian Walnut which was illegally harvested and was confiscated by USFWS Port Inspectors on entry to the United States. The intent of using this lumber in the boardwalk is to provide an educational experience for visitors to emphasize the importance of preserving and protecting our natural resources. The project will be supervised by an experienced USFWS Volunteer\, and all required tools and equipment will be provided. American Hiking Society volunteers should provide waterproof knee boots or hip waders. Work will include hauling\, framing\, and decking material while assisting with helical piling installation and boardwalk construction. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Yamassee and Mvskoke (Muscogee / Creek) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/savannah-national-wildlife-refuge-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Savannah National Wildlife Refuge\, is 694 Beech Hill Lane\, Hardeeville\, South Carolina 29927 United States\, SC\, 29927\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220425
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SUMMARY:Camp Nelson National Monument\, Kentucky - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Initially established as a Federal army supply depot and hospital\, Camp Nelson was one of the largest recruitment and training centers for African American soldiers during the Civil War\, and served as a refugee camp for their wives and children. Thousands of enslaved African Americans risked their lives escaping to the camp\, located within the slaveholding state of Kentucky\, with the hope of securing their freedom and\, ultimately\, controlling their futures by contributing to the abolition of slavery. Camp Nelson represents the courage and determination of formerly enslaved African Americans to secure their own emancipation. It also illustrates the nation’s struggle to define the meaning of freedom during and after the Civil War. \nOver five miles of hiking trails allow visitors to experience first-hand the rolling pastoral landscape of Camp Nelson National Monument. This trail system and numerous interpretive markers provide an opportunity to explore earthworks and fortifications that protected Camp Nelson and allow visitors to walk in the footsteps of soldiers in order to gain an understanding of the sites’ significant role during the Civil War. \nDuring the week\, the American Hiking Society volunteer crew will work on upgrading the wooded Fort Jones Trail that takes hikers through the woods to Fort Jones and the two Stone Forts. Fort Jones\, with its extensive stone revetment walls\, is one of the best-preserved Civil War forts in the state. The Stone Fort Overlook affords a breathtaking view of the Hickman Creek Valley and the Hickman Creek Nature and Conference Center. These trails provide opportunities for viewing a beautiful central Kentucky landscape and stretching your legs\, while learning about various sites that made up the busy and complex Camp Nelson supply depot. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East)\, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi)\, Shawandasse Tula\, (Shawanwaki/Shawnee)\, Hopewell\, and Adena peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/camp-nelson-national-monument-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Camp Nelson National Monument\, 6614 Danville Loop 2 Road\, Nicholasville\, KY\, 40356\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220417
DTSTAMP:20220104T181541Z
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SUMMARY:Touch of Nature Environmental Center\, Illinois - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Touch of Nature Environmental Center hosts experiential education programs that utilize the many natural resources on and around its 3\,400 acres located in beautiful Southern Illinois. These programs offer opportunities for all people and focus on traditional outdoor activities\, environmental education\, and adventure pursuits. Touch of Nature is currently working to create 15 additional miles of trail to the existing trail system in Shawnee National Forest. This project includes maintaining existing trail with actions such as brushing\, clearing water bars\, and retreading eroded surface. The main component of this project\, however\, is helping to clear and bench cut the new sections of trail on Touch of Nature Property. Project days will require 1-3 mile hikes to work sites\, while carrying packs and tools. Potential projects include cutting tread and adding drainage features\, rock gardens\, and established berms. This project will provide a great opportunity for trail building education and experience. All trail building instruction and tools needed will be provided on site through Touch of Nature’s trail staff\, making this an excellent project for first-time volunteers. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ?????? ???? ???? ??^??^(Osage)\, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, O-ga-xpa Ma-zhoⁿ (O-ga-xpa)\, Myaamia\, Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo)\, and Kaskaskia peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/touch-of-nature-environmental-center-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Shawnee National Forest\, 345 State Highway 145 N\,\, Simpson\, IL\, 62985\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220410
DTSTAMP:20220104T181348Z
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SUMMARY:Cherokee National Forest\, Tennessee - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Cherokee National Forest is your destination for outdoor recreation. Enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains\, the pursuit of wildlife\, the thrill of whitewater\, a night under the stars\, or solitude on a backcountry trail. The Whigg Ridge Trail is a 2.8 mile long trail from the Tellico River up Whigg Ridge to the FS road just below the top of Whigg Meadow. This trail has not been worked on for over 10 years and is nearly impassible. Volunteers will work with the Forest Service and Benton MacKaye Trail Association to clear the trail and create a loop that ascends the trail up the Sycamore Creek Section of the BMT to Whigg Meadow\, where camping is available on a nearly mile high meadow\, then descend down the Whigg Ridge Trail back to the Tellico River. US Forest Service Staff will go in first with chainsaws to clear the trail of blowdowns in advance of the work week\, then American Hiking Society volunteers will clear small blowdowns and years of accumulated brush and make tread repairs where needed to create access to this forgotten trail. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East) and S’atsoyaha (Yuchi) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/cherokee-national-forest-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Tellico Ranger District\, Cherokee National Forest\, 250 Ranger Station Road\, Tellico Plains\, TN\, 37385\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20220308T162155Z
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SUMMARY:Aransas National Wildlife Refuge\, Texas - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:What is today known as the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge first emerged 120\,000 years ago during the Pleistocene era when a barrier island was born. Today\, this landscape is best known for its prominent place in the American wildlife conservation movement. In 1941\, when only 15 whooping cranes survived in the wild\, the iconic bird became an emblem of alarm and concern for all endangered and threatened species. Aransas became a focal point of the national and worldwide effort to rescue the species from extinction. The Aransas National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1937 to serve as “a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife…” and “…for use as an inviolate sanctuary\, or for any other management purpose\, for migratory birds…” The wildlife conservation mission of the National Wildlife Refuge System and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service ensures the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge will continue to conserve\, protect and enhance these lands for the benefit of wildlife and the American people. \nAfter damages sustained from Hurricane Harvey in 2017\, Aransas National Wildlife Refuge has brand new facilities: a new visitor center\, bunkhouse\, volunteer building\, and maintenance yard. The visitor center is the last building to be completed and is slated to be open for the public in winter or spring of 2022. In conjunction with this new visitor center\, we are looking to build a small (0.2 mile) trail that goes around the pond adjacent to our visitor center. The objective of this trail is to encourage visitors to get their first taste of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. We understand that many of our visitors may feel intimidated by the isolation of our site\, and the wildlife. Or maybe this is their first experience on a wildlife refuge\, or don’t have the capacity to endure a long hike? Regardless\, we want this trail to be an easy\, accessible\, and beautiful trail that is always within sight of our visitor center. We want people to feel able\, confident and acclimated\, so they wish to explore further into the refuge! \nThe project will be to create a 0.2 mile trail around the pond. The terrain is flat\, and we wish for it to be finely graveled for accessibility. Our maintenance workers can plow a path with heavy equipment\, as well as stage piles of gravel. However\, we are in need of volunteers to help spread fabric under trail base (for weed prevention)\, spreading and compacting gravel\, removal of weeds in the pollinator garden; sections of the trail\, and possibly planting sapling and flowers in the pollinator garden areas. Volunteers may also assist with woody overgrowth removal on our Dagger Point trail\, as well as our Big Tree Trail. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Karankawa\, Esto’k Gna (Carrizo/Comecrudo)\, and Coahuiltecan peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today. \n 
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/aransas-national-wildlife-refuge-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Aransas National Wildlife Refuge\, 1 Wildlife Circle\, Austwell\, TX\, 77950\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327
DTSTAMP:20220201T152834Z
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SUMMARY:Joshua Tree National Park\, California - Volunteer Vacations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy springtime in the desert! Two distinct desert ecosystems\, the Mojave and the Colorado\, come together in Joshua Tree National Park. A fascinating variety of plants and animals make their homes in a land sculpted by strong winds and occasional torrents of rain. Dark night skies\, a rich cultural history\, and surreal geologic features add to the wonder of this vast wilderness in southern California. On this trip\, join National Park Service (NPS) staff and work together with fellow volunteers to build and repair section of trails to improve the visitor hiking experiences in Joshua Tree National Park. The trail work will range from assisting with dry stonework\, building structures out of dimensional lumber\, and brushing trail corridors that have vegetation growing into the trail. The crews will hike between .5-3 miles from trailhead to project site\, depending on the project that is assigned. Crews should expect to commute by personal vehicles / carpooling from basecamp to trail heads and be prepared for a full day of work in warm\, dry and sunny conditions. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cahuilla\, Serrano\, Chemehuevi\, and Mohave peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. AHS invites all volunteers to join us in our commitment to support and amplify the work of Indigenous communities as they work to dismantle the systems of oppression that these communities continue to face today.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/joshua-tree-national-park-volunteer-vacations-2022/
LOCATION:Joshua Tree National Park\, 74485 National Park Drive\, Twentynine Palms\, CA\, 92277\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211121
DTSTAMP:20210518T142851Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T142851Z
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SUMMARY:Natchez Trace State Park - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:This project will focus on re-routing a section of the 40 Mile Red Leaves Backpacking Trail\, within the 48\,000 acre Natchez Trace State Park and Forest. Volunteers will learn about sustainable trail design\, trail maintenance\, and hone their trailbuilding skills utilizing various tools including Pulaskis and Mcleouds. The new trail segment will be built near the scenic 58 acre Cub Creek Lake. Trailbuilding each day will be moderate with hikes of less that one mile to the work site. Volunteers will have access to the parks fishing boats\, kayaks\, and pedal boats for afternoon relaxation. Also\, the 48\,000 acre recreation area boasts 4 lakes and nearly 50 miles of hiking trails\, and over 100 miles of multi-use trails. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/natchez-trace-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Natchez Trace State Park\, 24845 Natchez Trace Rd\, Wildersville\, TN\, 38388\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211024
DTSTAMP:20210609T200908Z
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SUMMARY:Moab - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Participants will repair some of Moab’s most iconic hiking trails\, including but not limited to Fisher Towers\, Grandstaff Canyon\, and Corona Arch (all of which are National Recreation Trails). Moab’s hiking trails are heavily visited and in rugged terrain. They often require frequent major repairs as well as constant maintenance so that visitors from all over the world are afforded an enjoyable hiking experience. Participants will repair and improve the trail tread surface on the trails\, as well as mark the trails more adequately. Trail work will include cribbing\, constructing stone steps and creating and repairing water bars. Participants will enjoy stunning scenery on all of the trails chosen for repair and will receive gratitude from visitors from the world over. The day-to-day work will be supervised by a member of the Moab BLM Recreation Team and will be planned by a professional hiking trail designer on staff. Participants will camp at a BLM-provided group site near the work locations. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/moab-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Moab- Colorado Riverway Recreation Area\, 82 Dogwood Ave\, Moab\, UT\, 84532\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211024
DTSTAMP:20210518T142552Z
CREATED:20210317T171657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T142552Z
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SUMMARY:Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail (CTSST) is a backcountry hiking trail that extends from a northern terminus at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park across eleven Tennessee counties along the Cumberland Plateau\, to a southern terminus at Signal Point\, part of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park in Signal Mountain\, Tennessee. Of 322+ planned miles of trail\, over 215 miles are currently open for public use. When complete\, the trail will connect three national Parks\, three Tennessee State Parks\, five State Natural Areas\, multiple Wildlife and Resource Management areas\, and a Tennessee State Forest. The Cumberland Trail will be Tennessee’s contribution to the Great Eastern Trail\, which will cross nine states and 1\,800 miles\, extending from Alabama to New York. On this trip\, volunteers will build trail that will join the Head of Sequatchie Resource Management Area with Black and Brady Mountain segments. Specific tasks include using various hand tools to clear brush\, dig trail tread\, construct rock steps\, and install trail markers. The team will also create drainage features\, prepare bridge sites\, and construct other elements of sustainable trail design. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/cumberland-trail-state-scenic-trail-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail\, 267 Glyph PKWY\, Pikeville\, TN\, 37367\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211017
DTSTAMP:20210518T142451Z
CREATED:20210317T171701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T142451Z
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SUMMARY:Tonto National Forest - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:In 2020 more than 125 miles of the Arizona National Scenic Trail was impacted by wildfire. The largest of the fires to impact the trail was the Bush Fire in central Arizona which consumed more than 190\,000 acres and closed 40 miles of the AZT through the Four Peaks and Pine Mountain. As initial assessments have been completed it is clear that the recovery from the fire will be long and will require a massive effort from volunteers and paid crews alike to open the trail and keep it safe for users. The need is critical and the work will help us keep a piece of beloved trail from fading back into the wild. Our efforts will concentrate on the area between El Oso Road and Boulder Creek\, stabilizing creek crossings\, repairing switchbacks and clearing any deadfall that has blocked the trail. There’s little brush left\, so the majority of the work will be digging and tread rehabilitation. All tools and instruction will be provided – if you’ve always wanted a chance to work with big rocks – this is it! \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/tonto-national-forest-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Tonto National Forest – Arizona National Scenic Trail\, 1000 W Country Club Drive\, Payson\, AZ\, 85541\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTSTAMP:20210518T142306Z
CREATED:20210317T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T142306Z
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SUMMARY:Hungry Mother State Park - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Raider’s Run Trail was historically used as a horseback riding trail and has been turned into a hiking/biking trail. Many sections of the trail need to be re-routed to make it more user friendly and sustainable. The trail will be bench cut on moderately steep slopes but will be laid out sustainably with water diversion features including sheet flow on the tread and out-slope and grade reversals. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/hungry-mother-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Hungry Mother State Park\, 2854 Park Boulevard\, Marion\, VA\, 24354\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211003
DTSTAMP:20210526T204557Z
CREATED:20210317T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T204557Z
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SUMMARY:Mark Twain National Forest - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:The crew will help construct a brand new hiking trail from Greer Spring Trailhead to the historic Greer Mill. Volunteers will be trained on proper trail tread construction techniques. The trail will be flagged out in advance. The trailhead also provides access to Greer Spring — the largest spring on national forest system land. The area is exceptionally beautiful with tall hardwood forests\, crystal clear rivers and springs and tons of unique history. If the project is completed early\, priority trail maintenance work will occur at the Eagle Bluff Trail which is situated in the scenic Markham Springs Recreation Area. This work will include tread reconstruction\, water bar installation\, staircase maintenance\, logging out trees and signing the trail. All training will be provided. \nMore information on the recently restored Greer Mill: In the 19th-century\, water milling was an essential industry that provided farmers access to grain processing and\, likewise\, provided rural populations access to flour. Samuel Greer\, an early settler of Oregon County\, built Greer Mill in 1883 and\, with his partner\, George Mainprize\, kept it in steady business until 1899. After this point\, ownership of Greer Mill changed hands many times\, but operations continued until 1920\, at which time the mill was sold. Closure that year was\, most likely\, due to increased competition from the railroads\, which\, when routes were completed\, could finally stretch through the Ozarks – railroads could bring in volumes of grain\, flour\, and other goods that the local mills could not match. \nGreer Spring information: A popular day hike for Forest visitors. Greer Spring is the second largest spring in Missouri. Its average daily flow of 222 million gallons more than doubles the size of the Eleven Point National Scenic River into which it flows. The spring flows from two outlets about 250 feet apart at the bottom of a steep\, shaded ravine at the terminus of the trail. The spring run drops 62 feet in elevation for 1.25 miles where it runs into the Eleven Point National Scenic River. Access to Greer Spring is via a 0.9 mile trail that descends about 250 feet in elevation along a gentle gradient from the trailhead at Missouri Highway 19. The trail to the spring travels through a mixture of hardwoods and pines. The overstory of trees\, includes a variety of oaks\, shortleaf pine\, hickory\, maples\, basswood\, and black gum. Hikers will also see flowering dogwoods\, sassafras\, persimmon\, hazelnut\, cedar\, and hackberry. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/mark-twain-national-forest-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Mark Twain National Forest\, Fremont\, MO\, 63941\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210926
DTSTAMP:20210708T151202Z
CREATED:20210317T171658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T151202Z
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SUMMARY:Hocking Hill State Park - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join us during the peak of fall foliage in Ohio’s Hocking Hills to relocate the Buckeye Trail off of roads and into Hocking State Forest\, Sheick\, and Little Rocky Hollow State Nature Preserves! Our project consists of new trail construction\, re-benching the trail tread\, heavy trail maintenance\, and vegetation management. Come and leave your mark on one of the most beautiful places our state has to offer! \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/hocking-hill-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Hocking Hill State Park\, 13200 Little Cola Road\, Rockbridge\, OH\, 43149
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210919
DTSTAMP:20210518T141042Z
CREATED:20210317T171656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T141042Z
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SUMMARY:Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will help maintain sections of the Border Route Trail / North Country National Scenic Trail (BRT for short) that are in need of basic maintenance work. This entails using hand tools to remove blowdowns and clear brush from the trail corridor. We will be working on about a roughly 5-mile stretch of the BRT within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and the worksite will be remote. The most difficult tasks will be 1) portaging on the way in/out and 2) doing the clearing work. Portaging is the act of carrying all your personal gear\, some of the group gear\, plus the canoes and tools over rough trails in between the lakes. This trip will entail 1 portage on the way in / out and maybe one additional portage during the daily work. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/boundary-waters-canoe-area-wilderness-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness\, Kawishiwi Ranger Station 1393 Hwy 169\, Ely\, MN 55731\, MN\, 55731\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210822
DTSTAMP:20210518T140815Z
CREATED:20210317T171701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T140815Z
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SUMMARY:Pike National Forest - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:There are 2 trails in the same area which are located on the Forest Service’s AG Ranch which was the home of the Rocky Mt. Regional Specially Pack String from 1990 to 2018. The Brookside AG & the Ben Tyler trails lead into the Lost Creek Wilderness. There are 2 sections of the Brookside AG that are missing through the ranch which have been started but are not yet complete so this work would be trail construction. The existing sections of trail need maintenance. The spur trail of the Ben Tyler that leads to the current Ben Tyler needs maintenance. At some time in the future this will be the main trail due to the danger of parking along the highway at the current trail head. Most of the work is lighter in nature for trail work and most is in Ponderosa grasslands with Aspen mixed in. The work is lighter than many trail projects because there is not the heavy rock work\, steep terrain\, nor trees to remove. The elevation of the area of work and camping is 8\,500 to 9\,000 feet. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/pike-national-forest-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Pike National Forest\, 56052 US Hwy 285\, Shawnee\, CO\, 80475\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210822
DTSTAMP:20210628T214103Z
CREATED:20210317T171656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T214103Z
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SUMMARY:Sheep Mountain - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Sheep Mountain Trail is a non-motorized trail that winds up an impressive box canyon to the top of Sheep Mountain. The trail is a popular destination due to its desirable settings and close proximity to both Buffalo Bill State Park and US Hwy 14\, which connects Cody to Yellowstone National Park. The trail starts at 5650 ft. elevation. After 2 miles\, at 6900 ft. elevation\, visitors can find an old historic cabin. This marks the end of the designated trail. From here\, BLM-administered public land and The Nature Conservancy land is open to the public for further exploration. Many undeveloped routes can lead visitors to one of the several high points on Sheep Mountain. Volunteers are needed to restore sections of the Sheep Mountain Trail. This would include trimming brush and vegetation\, surface water control using water bars\, grade dips and ponding\, removal of roots\, stumps\, and rocks\, improving drainage\, fixing tread creep\, building crib walls\, slough and berm work\, and signage and marker installations. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/bighorn-basin-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Bighorn Basin\, 1002 Blackburn St.\, Cody\, WY\, 82414\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210815
DTSTAMP:20210518T140524Z
CREATED:20210317T171655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T140524Z
UID:10000359-1628380800-1628985599@americanhiking.org
SUMMARY:Appalachian Trail\, Maine - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Help protect the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) and enjoy the rugged beauty of Maine! On this project\, we will monitor and maintain the boundaries of the land preserved for the Trail. This public land is the backbone of the largest natural corridor that remains east of the Mississippi River\, creating a haven and migration path for humans and animals alike. Maintaining the boundaries of this land helps to protect it from encroachments such as motorized vehicles and timber theft. Using a GPS\, map\, and compass\, the crew will follow the surveyed boundaries of the trail corridor. We will clear brush with loppers\, paint trees\, replace US Boundary signs\, and record the condition of metal survey markers\, called “monuments.” Each day\, we will duck into the woods just off the A.T.\, find the boundary\, and leap-frog each other as we move along. At the end of the day\, we’ll hike back on the A.T. and be amazed at how much ground we covered! Teams will maintain up to 1 mile of boundary line and hike 2 or more miles per day. Maine is especially wonderful this time of year. After experiencing the rugged beauty of the trail\, volunteers will enjoy the full-service South Arm campground on the shores of Lower Richardson Lake. We hope you join us on this challenging and rewarding project. Volunteers like you are the heart and soul of the Appalachian Trail! \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/appalachian-trail-maine-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Appalachian Trail\, 62 Kennett Drive\, Andover\, ME\, 04216\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210808
DTSTAMP:20210610T213509Z
CREATED:20210317T192415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210610T213509Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Mitchell State Park - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will be rehabilitating the most popular trails in the park. The Balsam Nature Trail is near the summit of the highest peak East of the Mississippi. Volunteers will perform tread work including side-hilling\, building new steps and waterbars and other water diversion structures. Some rock work will be involved. Tools will be provided including hazel hoes\, Pulaskis\, rock tools\, etc. We will also provide safety equipment and detailed instruction in the safe use of these tools. Volunteers will enjoy camping and working at high elevation not far from the summit of Mount Mitchell. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/mount-mitchell-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2021-2/
LOCATION:Mount Mitchell State Park\, 2388 NC 128\, Burnsville\, NC\, 28714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Vacations Trips
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210808
DTSTAMP:20210604T172214Z
CREATED:20210317T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T172214Z
UID:10000467-1627776000-1628380799@americanhiking.org
SUMMARY:Letchworth State Park - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Letchworth Branch Trail of the Finger Lakes Trail System is a 27 mile long pathway along the Genesee River as it passes through the Letchworth Gorge. This trail is heavily used by hikers\, runners\, and visitors to the area as it traverses several overlooks of the gorge and its three waterfalls. Much of the trail work will be drainage work\, reroutes and elevating the trail in the most heavily used sections of the trail system. Parts of the trail are now below its opposing sides and become very muddy in the spring and when heavy rainfall is experienced. Water bars\, ditches\, and knicks will be used to help in these situations. \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/letchworth-state-park-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Letchworth State Park\, 6111 Visitor Center Rd\, Mt. Morris\, NY\, 14510\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210808
DTSTAMP:20210518T140409Z
CREATED:20210317T171658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T140409Z
UID:10000372-1627776000-1628380799@americanhiking.org
SUMMARY:Groton State Forest - Volunteer Vacations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Help build the Cross Vermont Trail – a four season multi-use path spanning the width of Vermont. We are connecting communities\, their schools\, and the natural areas in between. The crew will build small bridges\, drainage ditches\, stone structures\, and surface parts of the trail with gravel to make it universally accessible. Contribute to the foundation of a sustainable trail that is connecting communities across the entire state! \nCURRENT COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE (Link)
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/groton-state-forest-volunteer-vacations-2021/
LOCATION:Groton State Forest\, 1467 Boulder Beach Rd\, Groton\, VT\, 5046\, United States
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