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Trail work crew
ORGANIZATION: South Mountain Conservancy
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9 people are interested
WEATHER PERMITTING -- check on meetup.com/somocon for day-of updates
Help build and maintain the trail system in the South Mountain Reservation.
First Sunday of each month (typically)
9AM-Noon
Trail work is strenuous but rewarding. Suitable for ages 15 and above. Wear solid shoes and layers. Bring gloves if you have them, otherwise some will be provided. For information contact info@somocon.org, or call John Verzani, 973-223-3529. or Dennis Percher, 973-868-6994.
This month we continue work on a small reroute of the Lenape trail near Washington Rock. Meet at the dog park.
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About South Mountain Conservancy
Location:
PO BOX 273, SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 07079, US
Mission Statement
Preserve and enhance the 2,110-acre South Mountain Reservation (SMR) in Essex County, New Jersey, including its trails, infrastructure and natural beauty. Promote the responsible use of the Reservation and environmental awareness through free hikes, activities, educational programs and public service efforts, including advising local government agencies, and channeling public opinion to them, and overseeing projects. Partners with the Essex County Park System and allied organizations in support of the above objectives.
Description
The Conservancy depends entirely on volunteers to achieve its mission of preserving, enhancing, and promoting the Reservation. Our volunteers come from all walks of life, and are of all ages, skills and abilities. What we share in common is an appreciation for the treasure of the Reservation, and a willingness to insure it's healthy survival. The Conservancy plans, organizes and runs several group and individual volunteer efforts that involve planting and forest regeneration, hiking trail maintenance and construction, and litter removal.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Meet at SMR's Wildflower Preserve/ Dog Park (10 Bemaplewood, NJ 07040
DATE POSTED
October 16, 2018
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Hard work. Bring gloves if you have work gloves.