Pacific Crest Trail - Trail Crew Members Needed in Southern California - Laguna Mountain
ORGANIZATION: Pacific Crest Trail Association
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Help maintain one of America's great national treasures, the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT). Every year, hundreds of people choose to volunteer on the PCT, the crown jewel of America's long-trail system. Individuals, couples and even families who yearn for a unique and rewarding experience join others on trail work projects. To learn more about volunteering on a trail crew and about the Pacific Crest Trail Association, please go to www.pcta.org.
Region: Southern California
Project Name: Laguna Mountain Trail Reconstruction
Dates: 4/21/2011 to 4/29/2011
Location: Descanso RD-Cleveland National Forest
Nearest Town/City to Project Site: Pine Valley, CA
Project Description: Crew will be rehabilitating tread, cleaning and installing drainage features and brushing vegetation. This stretch of trail is in need of an overhaul! The crew will travel to the PCT Kick Off event on April 29-30 to conduct two small day projects.
Camping: Car camping, developed campground
Hiking Distance from Camp to Project Site: .5-2 miles (increases as the week goes along)
Trail Crew Members: Student Conservation Association, Pacific Crest Trail Association
Volunteer Positions Available: 5
Fitness Requirement: Level 2. Intermediate fitness levels. Project may include moderate hiking of more than 2 miles to the worksite, moderate elevation change over 500 ft and/or moderately physical work activities. This level is suitable for most volunteers who are in good physical condition. Most people who are physically active can perform at this level.
Other Things To Do in the Area: Laguna Mountain Recreation Area is a popular outdoor destination. Not far from historic Julian, CA, home of the world's greatest apple pie!
Questions? Ready to Register? Contact Merrit Hoeh at mhoeh@pcta.org or at (916) 285-1838.
More opportunities with Pacific Crest Trail Association
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Pacific Crest Trail Association
Location:
1331 GARDEN HIGHWAY, Suite 230, SACRAMENTO, CA 95833, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Pacific Crest Trail Association is to protect, preserve and promote the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as a world-class experience for hikers and equestrians, and for all the values provided by wild and scenic lands.
Description
"My thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail was the most profound, moving experience of my life. I volunteer in tribute to the trail's role in shaping the person I've become and for the positive impact it will have in other people's lives." - Steve Queen
Each year, dedicated Pacific Crest Trail Association volunteers and staff flock to the woods with picks, shovels, saws and spirit to rebuild washed-out bridges, cut away fallen trees, and restore eroded portions of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. PCTA recruits young and old by the hundreds to give time and energy to fix what needs to be fixed on this iconic footpath from Mexico to Canada. As a result, volunteers and corps crews devote tens of thousands of hours to keeping the trail open. Hikers and horseback riders alike will tell you that with great thanks to volunteers, the PCT is one of the finest trail experiences in existence.
Thank you for making the decision to support and care for the PCT. Your contribution to the trail will help ensure a life-changing trail experience for future generations. We know that your time and energy is extremely valuable. PCTA's goal is to provide you the opportunity to use your strengths and pursue your passions to not only better the PCT, but also enrich your own life. We want your volunteer experience to be positive, fulfilling, and memorable.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Laguna MountainPine Valley, CA 91962
DATE POSTED
September 16, 2014
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14