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1 person is interested
Ski Trail Clean Up Party at Hogback, VT
ORGANIZATION: Hogback Mountain Conservation Association
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1 person is interested
It's become a tradition: the Friday after Thanksgiving we meet to clean up the ski runs in preparation for winter skiing and riding at Hogback. We clip back face-slapping branches that are growing into the descent lines. We clear out blowdowns that are in the track. We scythe or weed whack the thickest patches of brambles. If you enjoy climbing up the mountain in winter and skiing or riding down, this is the day to meet fellow skiers and riders and contribute to keeping the slopes in good shape. (Please, do NOT do any trimming, pruning, or clearing on your own. Work with us on scheduled work days so that we can continue to have permission to maintain these ski lines.)
Bring your own favorite tool or borrow one from our stash. Note that if you plan to use a chain saw, you MUST have a full set of safety gear: chaps plus head/face/hearing protection. If you don't have a set of your own, get in touch with us at hmca@hogbackvt.org and we'll bring a set for you to use.
Meet in the parking lot on the south side of Route 9 near the white distillery building (the former Alpenglow).
More opportunities with Hogback Mountain Conservation Association
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hogback Mountain Conservation Association
Location:
8238 Route 9, Marlboro, VT 05344, US
Mission Statement
"Preserving a Moutain Treasure" That's the motto of the Hogback Mountain Conservation Association. Our goal is to support low impact human enjoyment of the 591-acre conservation area in Marlboro, Vermont while also protecting the natural environment.
Description
HMCA is a non-profit organization made up entirely of volunteers who strive to help people enjoy the 591-acres of conserved land on Hogback Mountain owned by the town of Marlboro, Vermont, while also supporting the wildlife and natural communities that live on or pass through the site. We maintain the hiking trails and signs, create the trail maps, manage the web page and Facebook page, host hikes and workshops, organize school events, undertake habitat improvement projects, and otherwise assist the town in implementing the town's management plan for the conservation area.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
8238 Route 9Marlboro, VT 05344
DATE POSTED
August 25, 2017
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Snow Sports
- Habitat Restoration
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 3 hours