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SUMMARY:Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge\, TX - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this birder’s paradise while contributing to trail accessibility at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge! With 2\,088-acres of lakes\, wetlands and subtropical thorny forest\, this wildlife refuge is home to over 400 species of birds and over 300 butterfly species. \nThe Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for unique animals such as ocelots\, Mexican free-tailed bats and Texas tortoises\, but maintains its reputation as a prime birding center. Strategically located where subtropical climate\, gulf coast\, great plains and Chihuahuan desert meet\, enjoy an exclusive look into the natural world of wildlife with 12 miles of foot trails and a 7-mile tour road. \nThe volunteer trail crew’s scope of work includes the demolition of an existing dilapidated wooden bridge at Willow Trail at the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. Volunteers will build a new bridge after the removal of the previous bridge that will allow visitors to cross an irrigation ditch. Volunteers will hike approximately one mile on a flat\, cleared trail from their campsite. Elevation in Alamo\, Texas is approximately 95 feet. Volunteer gear will be transported to base camp by stock support or vehicle. Materials and equipment will be transported by an all-terrain vehicle from the main wareyard. \nDuring this trip\, Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge’s average high temperature is 69° and average low temperature is 47°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Coahuiltecan\, Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa\, Esto’k Gna\, and Rayados peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/santa-ana-national-wildlife-refuge-tx-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge\, 3325 Green Jay Road\, Alamo\, TX\, 78516\, United States
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SUMMARY:San Juan Island Cady Mountain Preserve\, WA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Support new trail development while being surrounded by wildflower meadows\, stream corridors\, Douglas-fir savannas\, wetlands\, and diverse ecological communities! Cady Mountain Preserve\, the 142-acre preserve extension that expands upon multiple square miles of uninterrupted territory\, where deep-forest species can thrive\, is located in the middle of San Juan Island. \nSituated 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. Trail development at Cady Mountain Preserve\, located in the heart of the San Juan Islands\, has been made possible by new land acquisitions. The acquisition brings the total acreage to just under 500 while also abutting an additional 2000+ acres of private forestland and the English Camp unit of San Juan Island National Historical Park.  \nOn this project\, volunteers will help construct a portion of a new trail system which will ultimately add an additional 5 – 7 miles of trails\, expanding on the existing broad network on adjacent land and providing opportunity to experience old growth trees and sweeping vistas of San Juan Island and nearby islands and islets. The exact trail segment for AHS will be determined in the weeks preceding the trip. Some hiking will be required from the trailhead to the project site and may be up to 3 miles in length depending on the segment. A hike in and out should be completed or a roughed-in trail that may require some effort to walk along uneven ground. Volunteers will drive or carpool to the project site. Depending on segment and camp location\, drive to site will be 3 – 8 miles in length. The drive will likely be on a paved road but there is a possibility for moderately steep gravel roads depending on trail segment.  \nDuring this trip\, San Juan Island’s average high temperature is 52°\, and average low temperature is 39°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Semiahmoo\, S’Klallam\, Á\,LEṈENEȻ ȽTE (W̱SÁNEĆ)\, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group\, Lhaq’temish (Lummi)\, Samish\, and dxʷlilap (Tulalip) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/san-juan-island-cady-mountain-preserve-wa-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:San Juan Island Cady Mountain Preserve\, 350 Court Street Box 6\, Friday Harbor\, WA\, 98250\, United States
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SUMMARY:Arizona National Scenic Trail - Tonto National Forest\, AZ - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Explore Arizona’s largest national forest and provide critical support to trails in Tonto National Forest! The Tonto National Forest landscapes include Sonoran Desert cacti and flat lands that lead into the highlands of the Mogollon Rim\, with elevations ranging from 1\,300 to 7\,900 feet. Volunteers on this project will experience Tonto National Forest’s thru-hiker season and provide support to outdoor enthusiasts with this project.  \nVolunteers will provide critical maintenance on a remote section of the Arizona National Scenic Trail that has been impacted by fires in the last decade. The trail work will include tread repair\, rock work\, brushing\, and general trail maintenance. Volunteers will hike from their campsite to the project site. The project will take place within 2 miles of basecamp\, with up to 4 miles of hiking each day. Elevation change will vary depending on the project location. The hike to the basecamp will begin from a remote ranch with limited access. 4wd vehicles will shuttle participants to the trailhead. From there\, it is approximately 6.5 miles to base camp\, with 2\,700′ elevation gain. The trail is rocky and rough\, but easy to navigate. Terrain is mostly open with oak and scrub vegetation. \nDuring this trip\, Tonto National Forest’s average high temperature is 87°\, and average low temperature is 57°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Pueblos\, Ndee/Nnēē\, and Hohokam peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/tonto-national-forest-az-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Tonto National Forest – Arizona National Scenic Trail\, 1000 W Country Club Drive\, Payson\, AZ\, 85541\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stanislaus National Forest\, CA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:With over 1\,000 miles of trails\, 78 lakes and 800 miles of rivers and streams\, Stanislaus National Forest provides ample access to the outdoors! Come support trail maintenance in this beautiful national forest situated on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountains.  \nThe world class 18-mile whitewater run down the wild and scenic Tuolumne River in the Stanislaus National Forest attracts thousands of visitors each year\, who come to enjoy the natural scenery and outdoor adventures found there. Due to lingering effects of the 2013 Rim Fire\, this stretch of river is a challenge for the Forest Service in terms of managing and responding to environmental impacts. Hamby Trail drops nearly 2\,000 feet over the course of three miles to the Tuolumne River at the confluence of the Clavey River. While this is a day hike\, 40 switchbacks on narrow and steep trail tread certainly provide a challenge to recreation users and should not be underestimated. Many parts of the trail are becoming overgrown with brush\, the tread is in need of widening\, and there are trees that need to be cut out of the trail in places.  Volunteers will focus their time on brushing back vegetation with hand saws and loppers\, and repairing trail tread with hand tools like Rogue hoe rakes and Mcleods. Tuolumne River Trust’s staff will provide background on the project\, training to do the work\, and work alongside the volunteer crew during their time on the trail. \nThe daily hiking distance will range between 3 – 6 miles total a day\, along a river canyon trail that has a significant change in elevation. The elevation change is approximately 1\,000 – 2\,000 feet depending on the day’s hiking distance into the river canyon. The crew will do 3 days of work on the trail\, 1 day of service at the non-profit camp the volunteers are staying at\, and have one day off to enjoy visiting beautiful Yosemite Valley. Volunteers will drive or carpool to the project site. The drive from camp to trailhead is approximately 10 minutes on a road that is partially dirt. The road is accessible for most 2WD vehicles until the end\, so 4WD or AWD is preferred to make it to the trailhead. Transportation can be provided by the host for up to 7 volunteers. \nDuring this trip\, Stanislaus National Forest’s average high temperature is 80°\, and average low temperature is 54°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Miwok and Me-Wuk peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/stanislaus-national-forest-ca-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Camp Tuolumne Trails\, 22988 Ferretti Road\, Groveland\, CA\, 95321\, United States
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SUMMARY:Special Weekend Trip! Touch of Nature Trails\, IL - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois\, join this project to support trail accessibility at Touch of Nature Environmental Center! \nTouch 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.  \nVolunteers will work together to establish a half mile connecting trail between two pre-existing trails. The new connecting trail will allow continual public access to the trails while summer camps are in session. By creating this new connection\, hikers will be able to use trails that previously would have been closed due to programming in progress. Volunteers will hike to the project site from their cabin. The hike to the project site is about a half mile on sidewalks\, with about 100 feet of hiking through uneven terrain. \nDuring this trip\, Touch of Nature’s average high temperature is 68°\, and average low temperature is 44°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Osage\, Quapaw\, Myaamia\, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, Kaskaskia\, and Kickapoo peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/touch-of-nature-trails-il-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Shawnee National Forest\, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center\, 1206 Touch of Nature Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958\, United States
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SUMMARY:Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge\, WA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT: Spend two amazing weeks contributing to the improvement of trails in Washington through consecutive Volunteer Vacations. Team up with Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge and Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge for a joint expedition. Interested in participating in two trips? The initial trip registration costs $425\, while subsequent trips have a registration fee of $375 each. \nBecome immersed in the Ponderosa pine\, wetlands\, meadow steppe and riparian habitat dominated Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge. Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge encompasses over 23\,000 acres in eastern Washington on the edge of the Columbia River Basin. It is in the heart of the channeled scablands and just on the edge of the Palouse-prairie step. \nVolunteers will work together to do light maintenance of four existing trails and create a tread for a new connector trail. The four existing trails that require maintenance are all very flat\, excluding the Kepple Overlook trail\, which gains around 100 feet of elevation. The total of all four trails is approximately 1 mile (Pine Lakes\, Kepple Overlook\, Kepple Peninsula\, and Bluebird Trail). The trail work would include trimming back vegetation from the trail edge using hand saws or loppers\, scraping existing tread to widen it to at least 36 inches with hand tools such as flat shovels\, hoes\, McLeod’s\, and pick mattocks\, and possibly cutting bench into hillsides on the overlook trail. Time permitting\, volunteers will work on cutting a connector trail for a connector between the Blackhorse trails. The trails are within walking distance of the visitor center or are along our 5.5 mile auto tour that starts less than 0.1 mi from the visitor center. \nDuring this trip\, Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge’s average high temperature is 59°\, and average low temperature is 40°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Spokane\, Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Ktunaxa\, and Schitsu’umsh (Coeur d’Alene) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/turnbull-national-wildlife-refuge-wa-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge\, 26010 S. Smith Rd.\, Cheney\, WA\, 99004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge\, WA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT: Spend two amazing weeks contributing to the improvement of trails in Washington through consecutive Volunteer Vacations. Team up with Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge and Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge for a joint expedition. Interested in participating in two trips? The initial trip registration costs $425\, while subsequent trips have a registration fee of $375 each. \nHidden between the foothills of the Cascades and the Rocky Mountains\, this unique\, forested\, mountainous Refuge provides habitat for large mammals like bears\, deer\, elk\, and moose as well as over 200 species of birds. Join the opportunity to support trail work at Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge and explore almost 43\,0000 acres of this wildlife preserve. \nMaintenance at Bear Creek Connector trail will expand opportunities for visitors to experience Little Pend Oreille’s iconic pine woodlands alongside some of the largest restored grassland ecosystems on the refuge. Volunteers will use hand tools to cut approximately 2 miles of trail in largely flat terrain\, with brush clearing necessary along portions of the route. Some trail signage may be deployed during the project period and mechanical weed control along routes\, which volunteers may be asked to assist with. The Mill Butte trail is a 4-mile loop near refuge headquarters that requires seasonal clearing of brush and fallen woody debris. If work on the Bear Creek Connector trail is completed early\, volunteers will conduct maintenance on the Mill Butte Trail. Volunteers will be driven to the worksite\, which is less than a mile from the bunkhouse and accessible via maintained gravel road. \nDuring this trip\, Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge’s average high temperature is 58°\, and average low temperature is 38°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis\, snʕickstx tmxʷúlaʔxʷ (Sinixt)\, Syilx (Okanagan)\, and Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/little-pend-oreille-national-wildlife-refuge-wa-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge\, 1310 Bear Creek Road\, Colville\, WA\, 99114\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adirondack Park 1\, NY - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Created in 1892 as one of the first Forever Wild Forest Preserves in the nation\, the Adirondack Park is a unique wilderness area\, and volunteers are needed to help maintain it! At 6 million acres\, it is the largest publicly protected area in the contiguous United States. The state of New York owns approximately 2.6 million acres\, while the remaining 3.4 million acres are devoted to forestry\, agriculture and open space recreation. The Adirondack Park is not a National Park – there’s no fee to enter and the park doesn’t close at night\, nor is it a state park\, a common misconception. It’s also the largest National Historic Landmark\, covering an area larger than Yellowstone\, Yosemite\, Grand Canyon\, Glacier\, and the Great Smokies National Parks combined. \nChamplain Area Trails has a number of new trails that will be developed in Adirondack Park. Volunteers will work to establish and maintain these new trails by clearing the trail of branches\, brush\, and fallen logs plus doing some side-cuts to level the trail on hillsides. Volunteers may also assist with the installation of new bridges and boardwalks as needed throughout the week. Volunteers will drive or carpool to the worksite. Project access will include driving 20-30 minutes on paved roads. \nDuring this trip\, Adirondack Park’s average high temperature is 54°\, and average low temperature is 38°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Kanienʼkehá꞉ka (Mohawk)\, Mohican\, 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\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/adirondack-park-1-ny-volunteer-vacation-2024-2/
LOCATION:Adirondack Park\, 6482 Main Street\, Westport\, NY\, 12993\, United States
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SUMMARY:John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum\, PA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Support trail access at America’s first urban refuge! Join the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum Volunteer Vacation to expand\, maintain\, and repair trails. \nTrails will be located along Tinicum Marsh\, Pennsylvania’s largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh. These well-loved trails are utilized by over 260\,000 visitors annually and require maintenance that is occasionally above the level of care that refuge staff can maintain. Volunteers will be tasked with expanding/widening trails\, trimming back growth on trails\, removing invasive species\, and stabilizing and repairing the trail by filling in holes or gaps. The surface of trails is primarily packed dirt or gravel trails\, occasionally paved trails or boardwalks. Volunteers will drive or carpool and may have to hike small distances on packed dirt or gravel trails\, with little to no elevation changes. \nDuring this trip\, John Heinz National Widlife Refuge at Tinicum’s average high temperature is 60°\, and average low temperature is 44°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Lenapehoking (Lenni-Lenape) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/john-heinz-national-wildlife-refuge-at-tinicum-pa-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum\, 8601 Lindbergh Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19153\, United States
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SUMMARY:King Range National Conservation Area\, CA - Volunteer Vacations 2024
DESCRIPTION:Find yourself on the Lost Coast\, trek through rolling hills of wildflowers\, and assist park rangers and ecologists with removing non-native species within the King Range National Conservation Area! \nThe King Range National Conservation Area (NCA) encompasses 68\,000 acres and extends along 35 miles of northern California coastline. Located about 200 miles north of San Francisco\, an abrupt wall of mountains towers 4\,000 feet above this spectacular and remote stretch of the Lost Coast\, inspiring the nation’s first NCA designation in 1970. The NCA contains the King Range Wilderness (43\,000 acres)\, one of the only coastal wilderness areas in the contiguous United States. \nVolunteers will focus on removing conifer seedlings and replanting native grasses to ensure that invasive and non-native species are unable to continue to occupy these areas. Without active management to remove conifer seedlings\, coastal prairies could convert to forest stands through conifer encroachment. Basecamp will be located at 2\,100 feet elevation\, with moderate daily hikes up to 2\,400 feet elevation over 2-4 miles each way (4-6 miles of hiking total per day.) The terrain mostly consists of hard-packed\, moderately-flat ground. Some daily project sites may require hiking off-trail through grassy hills. Host staff can provide transportation to the worksite. The Spanish Ridge Trailhead (basecamp) is located about 90 minutes drive-time for the King Range Visitor Center in Whitethorn\, CA. While half of the route is along a paved\, windy road\, the latter half is along bumpy 4×4 roads. \nDuring this trip\, King Range National Conservation Area’s average high temperature is 60°\, and average low temperature is 44°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Sinkyone peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/king-range-national-conservation-area-volunteer-vacations-2024/
LOCATION:King Range Visitor Center\, 768 Shelter Cove Road\, Whitethorn\, CA\, 95589\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T120000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T213300Z
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SUMMARY:Special Weekend Trip for LGBTQIA2S+ Community! Mill Ridge Park\, TN - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Spend time at Tennessee’s newly established park in Southeast Davidson County! This project is open to anyone who feels that a welcoming Queer/LGBTQIA2S+ space is the right space for them. Mill Ridge Park consists of 600+ acres of multi-use greenspace providing a sustainable and equitable outdoor experience for the diverse community of the greater Nashville area in southeast Davidson County.  \nVolunteers will help provide healthy access to nature and recreational activity space for neighboring families\, students\, and employees. Volunteers will work together to improve trail systems at Mill Ridge Park. The work will include brushing and trail corridor maintenance on established sections\, invasive plant removal using hand tools\, and possible construction of drainage features. Volunteers will hike from their campsite to the project site\, which is less than 1 mile on uneven grass and dirt trails\, with small hills and stream crossings. \nDuring this trip\, Mill Ridge Park’s average high temperature is 80°\, and average low temperature is 59°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East)\, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi)\, and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/mill-ridge-park-tn-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Mill Ridge Park\, 12965 Old Hickory Blvd.\, Antioch\, TN\, 37013\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
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SUMMARY:Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area\, OH - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Support trails and enjoy the outdoors at the newly designated Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area\, the largest wildlife area owned by Ohio’s Division of Wildlife. \nAppalachian Hills Wildlife Area was purchased from American Electric Power from 2018 -2021. Before European settlement\, this area was an old growth forest. Today all of the forests are second or third growth timber. Various forms of coal mining\, including strip mining\, took place on Appalachian Hills throughout the 20th century. As with other strip-mined lands\, Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area affords the opportunity to provide habitat for declining grassland nesting species. Active management activities include managing grassland habitat and annually planting 25 acres of food plots for dove fields. The forested portion of Appalachian Hills is managed for recreational opportunities and will continue to be maintained to offer a diversity of successional stages providing a variety of game and nongame wildlife species. \nVolunteers will conduct heavy vegetation control with DR mowers\, loppers and blazing on off-road trail (18 miles)\, potential re-establishment of 6 mile trail corridor at Onion Run\, and hiking and blazing on road segments of the section (39 miles). Volunteers may need to hike into the worksite\, but no more than 2 miles over gentle terrain. \nDuring this trip\, the Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area’s average high temperature is 70°\, and average low temperature is 50°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage)\, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee)\, Kaskaskia\, Hopewell Culture\, and Ofo peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/appalachian-hills-wildlife-area-oh-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area\, Campground K\, Cumberland\, OH\, 43732\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
CREATED:20231127T180259Z
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SUMMARY:Gila National Forest\, NM - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come be a part of the effort to re-open access to America’s first designated wilderness during the Gila Wilderness’ 100-year anniversary! \nNestled within the Gila National Forest\, which is made up of over three million acres of forested hills\, majestic mountains\, and range land\, is the Gila Wilderness – the first designated wilderness in the United States. Come help reopen a long-lost local favorite trail and be a part of the celebration of America’s first wilderness area! Volunteers will work alongside the Glenwood Trail Crew to reopen 3 miles of fire-damaged wilderness trail. Crews will hike 4-miles up the spectacular South Fork Whitewater Canyon to a base-camp at Tennessee Meadows. Volunteers will work together to log-out\, brush\, and re-establish tread on the Little Whitewater Trail\, which connects downtown Glenwood to the heart of the Wilderness. Volunteers will get opportunities to use primitive hand tools such as crosscut saws to buck logs\, learn trail maintenance tasks such as tread construction\, and explore a remote and untouched corner of the Southwest.  \nVolunteers will need to hike 4 miles to the campsite and carry their personal gear and a portion of the food/tools/cooking gear. There will be a gradual climb from Whitewater Creek to Tennessee meadows that has approximately 1500 feet of elevation gain. There will be consistent water throughout the hike with adequate footing but there are many creek crossings. Volunteers will hike from their campsite to the project site each day. The hike on the project trail will be a half mile minimum to three mile maximum at project completion. Trail is in mountainous terrain\, with approximately 500 feet of elevation gained for a typical work day. Transportation to the trailhead for backpacking can be provided. UTV access is strongly recommended.  Due to project variation\, daily assignments will be tailored to individual fitness. Footing is adequate for the majority of the trail\, but boots are required for the project work. \nDuring this trip\, Gila National Forest’s average high temperature is 62°\, and average low temperature is 38°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Chiricahua Apache and Pueblos peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/gila-national-forest-nm-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Gila National Forest – Glenwood Ranger District\, 18 Ranger Station Dr.\, Glenwood\, NM\, 88039\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
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SUMMARY:Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness\, MN  - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the the million-acres of Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness\, a stunningly beautiful designated wilderness area located in the northeastern tip of Minnesota. It is a unique landscape that is made up of lakes\, rivers\, and wetlands\, and boreal forest. While canoeing is the dominant use of the Wilderness\, there are 200 miles of hiking trails within the BWCAW including the Kekekabic and Border Route Trails – two components of the North Country National Scenic Trail.  \nThe Border Route Trail was damaged by the October 2021 tornado and the forest has started regenerating with thick brush and young trees. The crew will be working between the Clearwater Lake Campsite spur trail and the Clearwater-Mountain Lakes Portage and camping on Clearwater Lake to help maintain an open trail corridor. Volunteers will canoe to set up a base camp on Clearwater Lake within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness\, canoeing a distance of approximately 4 miles. Volunteers will perform basic maintenance on a remote 5-mile stretch of the Border Route / North Country National Scenic Trail. The work will entail using hand tools (Silky saws\, crosscut saw\, loppers\, swing blades\, and hedge trimmers) to maintain an open trail corridor. Volunteers should expect to hike up to 10 miles round trip per day with moderate elevation gain over rough\, primitive trail tread. \nDuring this trip\,Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness’ average high temperature is 64°\, and average low temperature is 43°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/boundary-waters-canoe-area-wilderness-mn-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Gunflint Ranger Station\, 2020 W. Highway 61\, Grand Marais\, MN\, 55604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
CREATED:20231127T184154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T171809Z
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SUMMARY:Santa Catalina Island\, CA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Explore diverse coastal habitat and maintain trails at the same time with this beautiful trip to Santa Catalina Island! Santa Catalina\, one of California’s Channel Islands\, lies southwest of Los Angeles. It’s known for its wildlife\, scuba dive sites and Mt. Orizaba\, its highest peak. The resort town of Two Harbors lies to the north. To the south\, in the city of Avalon\, palm trees and cabanas line Descanso Beach. Avalon’s circular\, art deco Catalina Casino is a cultural center with a movie theater\, ballroom and museum. \nVolunteers will help with trail maintenance on this incredible island off the coast of California. The Trans-Catalina Trail is a rugged hike along the Island’s interior with camping stops next to pristine beaches covering 38.5 miles. Volunteers will use shovels\, picks\, and loppers to provide maintenance to the Trans Catalina Trail. Volunteers will drive or carpool to the project site. \nDuring this trip\, Santa Catalina Island’s average high temperature is 70°\, and average low temperature is 55°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Tongva peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/santa-catalina-island-ca-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Catalina Express Terminal\, 320 Golden Shore\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
CREATED:20231128T141507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T213520Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge\, NE - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy the beautiful sandhills of Nebraska on the Niobrara National Scenic River! Home to six different ecosystems converging in this area\, Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge is one of the best places to visit in Nebraska.  \nVolunteers will work on pruning and clearing vegetation and repairing small walking bridges on a one-mile loop trail. Additional trail maintenance will be available if time permits. Volunteers will drive or carpool to the project site. \nDuring this trip\, Fort Niobra’s average high temperature is 69°\, and average low temperature is 45°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Tséstho’e (Cheyenne)\, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ\, Páⁿka tóⁿde ukʰéthiⁿ (Ponca)\, and Oohenumpa peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/fort-niobrara-national-wildlife-refuge-ne-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge\, 39983 Refuge Road\, Valentine\, NE\, 69201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
CREATED:20231128T145934Z
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SUMMARY:Allegany State Park\, NY - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come explore Western New York’s Allegany State Park – home to 65\,000 acres of primitive forested valleys\, and un-glaciated landscape.  \nThe project is a multi-year effort to revitalize the 20.6 miles of Finger Lakes Trail /North Country National Scenic Trail within Allegany State Park. Volunteers will work together to reroof and stain a lean-to\, install switchbacks on a steep section of trail\, replace 12 feet of at bridge\, drainage cleaning\, installation of water bars/rolling dips and removing slough and berms from trail benching\, repair an outhouse and cleaning up the general area and brush clearing and blazing. Volunteers will be driven to the closest trailhead\, and day hike to the project site. Depending on the assigned work for the day\, the volunteers may return to the dropoff trailhead or another trailhead if it is closer. \nDuring this trip\, Allegany State Park’s average high temperature is 74°\, and average low temperature is 52°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Erie 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\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/allegany-state-park-ny-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Allegany State Park\, 2373 Allegany State Park Rte 1\, Salamanca\, NY\, 14779\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
CREATED:20231128T163252Z
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SUMMARY:Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area\, TN - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:With scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs\, Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area is rich with natural and historic features. Enjoy the Cumberland Plateau through Big South Fork’s 125\,000 acres of tributaries\, natural bridges\, and wilderness. \nVolunteers will get to enjoy the Twin Arches area\, designated as a state natural area and managed by Big South Fork National River and Recreation. These arches are the highest arches east of the Mississippi. The trail goes over one of the arches and provides a beautiful view of the valley below. Volunteers will repair tread\, build water bars\, boardwalks\, remove vegetation and repair/replace ladders. Volunteers will use hand tools such as shovels\, rakes\, handsaws\, hand drills\, and hammers. Volunteers will drive or carpool to the trailhead. Hiking will be required from the trailhead to the area of work. The trail is steep in most areas and will require sturdy shoes. The hike will vary from 1-2 miles daily. \nDuring this trip\,Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area’s average high temperature is 84°\, and average low temperature: 64° \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East)\, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi)\, and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/big-south-fork-national-river-recreation-area-tn-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Bandy Creek Visitor Center\, 151 Stable Road\, Oneida\, TN\, 37841\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
CREATED:20231128T164233Z
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SUMMARY:Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery\, WA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Once deemed the largest fish hatchery in the world\, Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery raises 1.2 million spring Chinook salmon each year! Learn about salmon life cycles\, explore the outdoors\, and support trail systems at this beautiful Washington hatchery located in the heart of the Cascade Mountain Range! \nCompleted in 1940 to help mitigate the impact of construction\, operation and maintenance of Grand Coulee Dam on fisheries resources in the Columbia River and its tributaries\, Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery provides the public more than fish with its public boat launch\, a tribal fishing area\, and over 5 miles of public trails. Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery has been partnering with volunteers to build a trail system on the northern part of the hatchery grounds. \n Volunteers will work together to lay and level gravel on trails\, and help with native plant restoration. If time allows\, volunteers will assist with seasonal maintenance on the Icicle Creek Nature Trail. Volunteers will hike from their campsite to the project site. The walk is on level ground\, approximately 1 mile. Volunteers will need to sign a Volunteer Service Agreement – Natural and Cultural Resources provided by Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery staff.  \nDuring this trip\, Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery average high temperature is 77°\, and average low temperature is 53°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, np̓əšqʷáw̓səxʷ (Wenatchi)\, Yakama\, and Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/leavenworth-national-fish-hatchery-wa-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Leavenworth Fisheries Complex\, 12790 Fish Hatchery Road\, Leavenworth\, WA\, 98826\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTSTAMP:20240206T031513
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SUMMARY:San Juan Islands National Monument\, WA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join one of the most popular recurring Volunteer Vacations to help this friendly island community maintain local trails! Enjoy stunning ocean vistas\, where there is a chance to see a pod of orca whales\, humpbacks\, or a plethora of other marine life and sea birds. \nSituated 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. \nVolunteers will join in on basic trail maintenance focused on social trail mitigation. This work will include trail brushing\, cutting back overhanging or encroaching vegetation\, leveling potholed sections\, installing signs or barriers across social trails\, and tool maintenance. Volunteers will need to drive or carpool to the project site. Volunteers will walk from the parking area to the trail(s) where work will be done. The hike will be under 2 miles on flat or mostly flat terrain. \nDuring this trip\, San Juan Islands National Monument’s average high temperature is 65°\, and average low temperature is 49°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Semiahmoo\, S’Klallam\, Á\,LEṈENEȻ ȽTE (W̱SÁNEĆ)\, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group\, Lhaq’temish (Lummi)\, Samish\, and dxʷlilap (Tulalip) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/san-juan-islands-national-monument-wa-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:San Juan Islands National Monument\, 650 Mullis St\, Friday Harbor\, WA\, 98250\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kenai National Wildlife Refuge\, AK - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:From ice fields and glaciers to tundra\, forests\, and coastal wetlands\, the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge preserves almost 2\,000\,000 acres of Alaskan biodiversity. Become immersed in what is often called “Alaska in miniature” while supporting trail longevity! \nVolunteers will spend time working on Skilak Lookout Trail\, with work all along the first mile of the trailhead. Volunteers replace a 20+ year old boardwalk\, and work together on small reroutes along the trail. Skilak Lookout Trail is 2.1 miles round trip with the first mile of the trail having a gradual climb of 250 feet. Trail conditions vary depending on the season. Volunteers will need to drive or carpool to the worksite. Volunteers will drive to the trail head from either Upper Skilak Campground or Hidden Lake Campground on a gravel road maintained 5 miles to the trail head. \nDuring this trip\, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge’s average high temperature is 58°\, and average low temperature is 44°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Dena’ina Ełnena\, and Dënéndeh peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/kenai-national-wildlife-refuge-ak-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Kenai National Wildlife Refuge\, 33398 Ski Hill Road\, Soldotna\, AK\, 99669\, United States
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SUMMARY:Prince William Sound\, AK - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Help expand  trail access while being surrounded by the Gulf of Alaska and Chugach National Forest! Spend time exploring Alaska’s Prince William Sound with its 10\,000 square miles of protected waterways\, islands\, fjords\, and around 150 glaciers. This beautiful area is home to over 200 migratory birds\, 30 species of land animals\, and diverse marine life including orca whales\, sea otters and seals.  \nVolunteers will repair and extend the existing trail with rock and gravel\, while brushing out and clearing overgrown sections of trail with loppers and root pullers. The worksite can be accessed on foot from the camping area and is roughly 1 mile each way over varied terrain. The trail moves along creeks and through low land alders up into the classic conifers of the temperate rainforest. The trail is not difficult\, but will have steady elevation gain of around 500 feet over 1 mile and features rock/gravel and some roots and r muddy sections. \nDuring this trip\, Prince William Sound’s average high temperature is 54°\, and average low temperature is 44°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Alutiiq (Sugpiaq)\, and Dënéndeh peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/prince-william-sound-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Prince William Forest Park\, 660 Whittier St.\, Whittier\, AK\, 99693\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sheep Mountain\, WY - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Providing access to explore over 25\,000 acres of BLM-administered public lands\, The Sheep Mountain Trail is a foot and horse trail that winds up an impressive box canyon to the top of Sheep Mountain. This area provides abundant recreational activities such as hiking\, horseback riding\, hunting\, wildlife viewing\, sightseeing and shed hunting. The ample amount of BLM-administered public lands\, unique settings and resources\, and its location make it an excellent recreation resource for travelers and the surrounding communities \nThe Sheep Mountain trail is a popular destination due to its desirable settings and its close proximity to Buffalo Bill State Park and along the popular US Highway 14 connecting Cody to Yellowstone National Park. Volunteers will work together to reroute two of the existing trails.The first reroute is located less than ½ mile from the trailhead and will provide a safer option and less grade for hikers and horseback riders then the existing trail. This reroute will be 600 total feet on a side slope with rolling contours to resist erosion. It will be built using full bench cut to create a solid\, durable tread and may require grade reversals. The second reroute is 0.8 miles up the trail and will eliminate a steep grade with erosion issues. The reroute will require 1 to 2 switch backs with rock work and vegetation removal. The switchbacks will incorporate a landing or turning platform and have a rock retaining wall or a crib wall. Smaller spot upgrades and maintenance may also be done along the trail to include slough and berm work\, water bars\, grade reversals and vegetation removal. If time allows\, the BLM would like to start construction on a new 1-mile section of proposed trail that would bring recreational users to a scenic overlook of Buffalo Bill Reservoir. Volunteers may drive or hike to the project site. The Sheep Mountain Trailhead is located less than 1 mile from the camping location. \nDuring this trip\, Sheep Mountain’s average high temperature is  75°\, and average low temperature is 50°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Newe Sogobia (Eastern Shoshone)\, Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Apsáalooke (Crow)\, Tséstho’e (Cheyenne)\, and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/sheep-mountain-wy-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Buffalo Bill State Park\, 4192 N Fork Hwy\, Cody\, WY\, 82414\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shenandoah National Park\, VA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join American Hiking Society at the first of Virginia’s National Parks and part of the Blue Ridge Mountains\, Shenandoah National Park! This national park is home to over 200\,000 acres of protected lands.  \nWith over 500 miles of trails\, elevation ranging from 550 feet to over 4\,4049\, and diverse flora and fauna\, Shenandoah National Park provides ample opportunity to become immersed in the beauty of the outdoors.Volunteers will work alongside the park’s volunteer and trails office to cut back vegetation along popular trails in the north district of Shenandoah National Park. Volunteers will assist with lopping\, weed whipping\, and removing fallen trees from various trails. Volunteers will be driven to trailheads. The distance for the project sites will be variable and may be up to an hour. The hosts will provide transportation. \nDuring this trip\, Shenandoah National Park’s average high temperature is 81°\, and average low temperature is 62°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Monacan\, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee)\, and Manahoac peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/shenandoah-national-park-va-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Shenandoah National Park\, Big Meadow Campground\, Stanley\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eldorado National Forest\, CA - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join this project to backpack into a stunning river valley of granite and pine trees and help restore access along this popular canyon trail. The Mokelumne River Canyon has been described as a smaller version of the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River in Yosemite National Park\, with sections of the canyon up to a mile deep. \nThis project will take place deep in the Mokelumne Wilderness. Due to its remote location the trail system surrounding Munson Meadow has fallen into a state of disrepair and is in need of significant cross-cut work. This project will involve a base camp at the Munson Meadow Trailhead which will require volunteers to hike to the location as very high clearance 4×4 would be needed to get there by vehicle. The work will involve tree removal and treadwork on the Munson Meadow Trail and the surrounding trails to Cole Creek\, Long and Black Rock Lakes. The hike to the base camp is a challenging 7.5 mile hike with around 1\,400 feet of elevation gain. Hikes to the project site will vary from 1 to 3 miles. \nDuring this trip\, Eldorado National Forest’s average high temperature is 91°\, and average low temperature is 67°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Nisenan and Wašišiw Ɂítdeʔ (Washoe) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/eldorado-national-forest-ca-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Eldorado National Forest\, 30001 Plasse Rd\, Pioneer\, CA\, 95666\, United States
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SUMMARY:(All Women+ Crew) AdventurUs Women at San Juan Islands National Monument\, WA - Volunteer Vacations 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join one of the most popular Volunteer Vacations with an all women crew to help this friendly island community maintain local trails! This project is open to anyone who feels that an all- women’s trip is the right space for them. \nEnjoy stunning ocean vistas\, where there is a chance to see a pod of orca whales\, humpbacks\, or a plethora of other marine life and sea birds.. 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. \nVolunteers will join in on basic trail maintenance focused on social trail mitigation. This work will include trail brushing\, cutting back overhanging or encroaching vegetation\, leveling potholed sections\, installing signs or barriers across social trails\, and tool maintenance. Volunteers will need to drive or carpool to the project site. Volunteers will walk from the parking area to the trail(s) where work will be done. The hike will be under 2 miles on flat or mostly flat terrain. \nDuring this trip\, San Juan Islands National Monument’s average high temperature is 65°\, and average low temperature is 49°.  \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Semiahmoo\, S’Klallam\, Á\,LEṈENEȻ ȽTE (W̱SÁNEĆ)\, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group\, Lhaq’temish (Lummi)\, Samish\, and dxʷlilap (Tulalip) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/adventurus-women-at-san-juan-islands-national-monument-wa-volunteer-vacations-2024/
LOCATION:San Juan Islands National Monument\, 650 Mullis St\, Friday Harbor\, WA\, 98250\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bitterroot National Forest\, MT - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy the magnificent mountains\, the serenity of wilderness\, the miracle of spring flowers\, majestic big game\, and the sounds of birds here in the Bitterroot Mountains! Explore nature and support trails in this 1.6 million acre forest in southwest Montana and Idaho. \nJoin this project in the heavily glaciated\, rugged peaks of the Bitterroot Mountains. Volunteers will work with experienced wilderness stewards from the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation to clear trails using crosscut saws\, axes\, and handsaws. For a third consecutive year\, this collaborative effort will continue to open the Big Creek Trail #11 from Big Creek Lake to Packbox Pass (at milepost 13.8) on the Montana-Idaho border. This trail threads through a scenic Montana canyon and offers a pristine Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness experience. Secondary tasks may include brushing back overgrown vegetation\, cleaning drains\, and improving the drainage of trail tread. Time permitting\, Volunteers will clear the South Fork Big Creek Trail #118\, a 3-mile trail running along the southern shore of the lake.  \nBig Creek Trail #11 winds about 2.5 miles alongside a shoreline with little elevation change until it begins to climb to Packbox Pass. The climb to the pass is steep with multiple switchbacks\, gaining about 1300 feet over 2 miles. Depending on trail conditions\, including the number of downed trees\, the daily hike to the worksite could range from 0.1 miles to 3 miles. From the trailhead the first 8 miles are moderate\, winding along the well-traveled creek through a forested area and gaining about 1530’ in elevation. The mile-long climb to the lake is fairly steep\, with multiple switchbacks and an elevation gain of about 700’. The last mile to basecamp along the lake has little elevation change but narrow footing in places. \nDuring this trip\, Bitterroot National Forest’s average high temperature is 80°\, and average low temperature is 56°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis\, and Salish peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/bitterroot-national-forest-mt-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Bitterroot National Forest\, Big Creek Trailhead\, Victor\, MT\, 59875\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eagle Cap Wilderness\, OR - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join this popular trip and head into the Hurricane Creek drainage in the Eagle Cap Wilderness! \nThe Eagle Cap Wilderness lies in the heart of the Wallowa Mountains in northeastern Oregon on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The Hurricane Creek trail is a major access point for hikers and horses into the Eagle Cap Wilderness. View massive granite and limestone cliffs\, waterfalls\, and an abundance of wildflowers along the trail. Gradually climb across subalpine meadows alternating with timbered areas. This route will provide panoramic views of Sacajawea\, Matterhorn and Eagle Cap Peaks. Cross-country hiking in and around the basin provides spectacular views and photographic opportunities. \nVolunteers will work on constructing trail drainage structures such as water bars to prevent erosion\, installing check dams to reclaim sections of incised tread\, constructing a turnpike to get through a wet/muddy area\, clearing brush out of the trail corridor and restoration of campsites and/or fire rings near Echo and Billy Jones Lakes. Volunteers will depart from Hurricane Creek Trailhead and backpack into basecamp near the confluence of Billy Jones and Hurricane Creeks. Pack stock will carry all food and group gear\, giving volunteers time for a 4.5 mi hike with 1200 ft of gain. Volunteers will hike 1-5 miles daily with elevation gain of up to 3000 ft on backcountry trails. Volunteers may choose to drive their own vehicle or be transported in a Forest Service vehicle to the trailhead. Hurricane Creek Trailhead is about 10 miles from the initial meeting location in Enterprise\, OR and is accessible by passenger vehicle. Parking is limited so carpooling to the trailhead is encouraged. \nDuring this trip\, Eagle Cap Wilderness has an average high temperature of 83°\, and average low temperature of 58°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation\, Cayuse\, Umatilla and Walla Walla\, and Nimiipuu (Nez Perce) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/eagle-cap-wilderness-or-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Eagle Cap Wilderness\, 88401 Highway 82\, Enterprise\, OR\, 97828\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sherwood Forest State Natural Area\, TN - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of building a new trail for outdoor recreationists to enjoy for many years to come! Join this project at Sherwood Forest State Natural Area\, a 3\,075-acre designated State Natural Area\, located near South Cumberland State Park. Home to the federally endangered Morefield’s Leather Flower and the federally threatened painted snake coiled forest snail\, this area is a haven for enjoying a variety of plant and animal species. \nThis project will be centered around the continued construction of the new Head of the Crow trail at South Cumberland State Park. Starting atop the rolling flats of the Cumberland Plateau\, this trail soon dips down onto the steep sides of the adjacent gorge. It is here\, on the rocky\, beautifully wooded slopes\, where the work begins. Taught by master trail builders\, this Volunteer Vacation is sure to provide new skills and experience\, and a sense of comradery and accomplishment. The hike to the worksite will include 200 feet of elevation change on rocky logging roads. Hiking distance traveled one-way could be up to 3/4 mile. \nDuring this trip\, Sherwood Forest State Natural Area’s average high temperature is 82°\, and average low temperature is 63°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee\, East)\, S’atsoyaha (Yuchi)\, and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/sherwood-forest-state-natural-area-tn-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Sherwood Forest State Natural Area\, 301 Lois Lane\, Sewanee\, TN\, 37375\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wayne National Forest\, OH - Volunteer Vacation 2024
DESCRIPTION:Help repair the Vesuvius Recreation Area hiking trails in Wayne National Forest\, Ohio’s only national forest! The Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area is the Wayne National Forest’s premier developed recreation site and is named after the historic Vesuvius Iron Furnace. The rugged hills and out-cropping cliffs provide a scenic backdrop for this historical and beautiful site. It contains a 143-acre lake\, two family campgrounds and one group campground\, beach and swim area\, multiple picnic areas\, fishing\, boating\, hiking\, scenic overlook and an archery trail. This recreation area is home to the 46-mile Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System\, open from early spring to winter. \nOn this project\, trail work will consist of tread repair\, brushing\, adding signage\, and pruning of the Vesuvius Recreation Area hiking trails. Volunteers will be driven to strategic points along the trails and hike into the trail to begin work. On average\, Volunteers will be hiking 3 to 8 miles a day through varying elevations and steep terrain. OHVs are utilized to shuttle equipment and volunteers to work sites when possible.  \nDuring this trip\, Wayne National Forest’s average high temperature is 76°\, and average low temperature is 54°. \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. \nAHS acknowledges with gratitude that this project takes place on the traditional lands of the 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage)\, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee)\, Kaskaskia\, Hopewell Culture\, and Adena Culture peoples past and present. We honor the land itself\, the Indigenous communities who have stewarded this land for generations\, their deep and sacred connection to these lands\, and those who continue to steward these lands today. We offer this land acknowledgement as the first of many steps to stand as an ally and amplify Indigenous voices. We invite the American Hiking Society community to join us through continued efforts to support Indigenous communities and learn more about the history of the lands on which we live\, work and recreate. \nClick here for a PDF of trip details.
URL:https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/wayne-national-forest-oh-volunteer-vacation-2024/
LOCATION:Wayne National Forest\, 6518 St Route 93\, Pedro\, OH\, 45659\, United States
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