- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Owens River Water Trail Development
ORGANIZATION: Inyo County Water Department
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Be an Owens River Water Trail Pioneer
Inyo County was selected to receive a grant to establish the first designated water trail for kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, in California. The 6.3 mile canoe and kayak trail east of Lone Pine winds through one of the most scenic sections of the Lower Owens River--with numerous green meadows, willow trees, and spectacular views of the Alabama Hills, Mt. Whitney and the Inyo mountains.
We're ready to dig in. Building water trail is almost as fun as using it. It's a full-immersion, unforgettable experience-in the water, cutting back tules and moving obstruction, and on shore assiting those in the water. Participants can say that they were instrumental at helping establish the first designated river paddle trail in California and the west. Come out for this truly unique experience.
To sign-up, send an email to Ben Wickham [ben@friendsoftheinyo.org]. Provide your contact information and let him know which days you’ll be available. He’ll send you information about what to bring and what to expect.
See you in the river!
More opportunities with Inyo County Water Department
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Inyo County Water Department
Location:
135 S Jackson St, Independence, CA 93526, US
Mission Statement
To protect the County’s environment, citizens, and economy from adverse effects caused by activities relating to the extraction and use of water resources and to seek mitigation of any existing or future adverse effects resulting from such activities.
Description
The Inyo County Water Department (ICWD) monitors the vegetation, soil water, and hydrology of the Owens Valley following ground-water exportation by the City of Los Angeles. Inyo County and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power use this information to jointly manage the valley’s water resources under the Inyo/Los Angeles Water Agreement. ICWD also advises the County on other water resource issues in Inyo County.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Lone Pine Narrow Gauge RdLone Pine, CA 93545
DATE POSTED
August 24, 2016
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Swimming
- Water Recreation
- Construction
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Plan for a full day, from 9 am until about 4 pm
- Good swimming skills or ability to lift up to 50# is ideal. Good working in teams.