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Birding and Fish in Allegheny Foothills National Wildlife Refuge, PA

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ORGANIZATION: American Hiking Society

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Join American Hiking Society for a week of building & maintaining trails in exciting locations across the country. Volunteer Vacations foster public land stewardship and provide volunteers the opportunity to give back to the trails they love, meet new people, and have a great time doing it! Crews consist of 6-15 volunteers accompanied by a crew leader. Volunteer Vacations involve backpacking or day hiking and accommodations vary from primitive campsites to bunkhouses or cabins. Tools and supervision are provided by the host agency or organization. Experience nature up close. Travel to new destinations. Meet other outdoor enthusiasts. Take a vacation that nourishes your body & your spirit. Get Out. Give Back.

Project Specifics:

Volunteer at Erie National Wildlife Refuge within the French Creek Watershed, one of the most ecologically diverse watersheds east of the Mississippi River! Birds, fish, and mussels await your discovery along with unlimited recreation opportunities!

Just 35 miles south of Lake Erie in northwestern Pennsylvania, French Creek, the most biologically diverse stream in Pennsylvania, flows near the Refuge where over 80 species of native fish are found. The refuge is designated as an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society and attracts more than 230 species of birds.

The beautiful rolling hills at the foothills of the Allegheny are a hub of outdoor recreation. The refuge has 5 hiking trails totaling over 7 miles.

Volunteers are needed to help support the refuge through conducting general trail maintenance including brush clearing, building small footbridges, posting signage and spreading mulch.

Hiking/Access

Volunteers will drive to the project worksite on a mixture of paved and gravel roads, ranging from 3-15 miles from the housing.

Area and Attractions

Presque Isle State Park is a great recreation area with a day trip to visit the Tom Ridge Environmental Center and hike or bike the trails. Weather permitting volunteers can also take a kayak/canoe trip along French Creek, the 2022 PA River of the Year.

Accommodations Description

Volunteers have the option to camp or stay in a 3 bedroom ranch home with 4 extra long twin beds. The house has 1.5 baths and full kitchen and laundry. Access to wifi is limited and cell reception is spotty for AT&T and poor for Verizon. The large backyard available for camping includes a fire ring. A volunteer garage with a separate washer/dryer and brick shower facility is available along with 2 RV hookups with 50 amp service. Volunteers need to bring their own tent and personal camping gear; sheets, bedding or sleeping bag; and towels.

Trip Cost: $425 per person

Find More Information & Register Here: https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/erie-national-wildlife-refuge-pa-volunteer-vacations-2025/

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About American Hiking Society

Location:

8403 Colesville Rd,Suite 1100, Silver Spring, MD 20910, US

Mission Statement

As the national voice for America's hikers, American Hiking Society promotes and protects foot trails and the hiking experience.

Description

Our nation’s trails need your help! Join American Hiking Society for a week of building & maintaining trails in exciting & diverse locations across the country.

Volunteer Vacations foster public land stewardship and provide volunteers the opportunity to give back to the trails they love, meet new people, and have a great time doing it!

Crews consist of 6-15 volunteers accompanied by a crew leader. Trips involve backpacking or day hiking and accommodations vary from primitive campsites to bunkhouses or cabins. Tools and supervision are provided by the host agency or organization.

Take a vacation that nourishes your body & your spirit.

Get Out. Give Back.

CAUSE AREAS

Environment
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WHEN

Sun May 18, 2025 - Sat May 24, 2025

WHERE

Wood Duck LanePA 16327

(41.61737,-79.94166)
 

SKILLS

  • Outdoor Recreation

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

N/A

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