Fourth of July Ridge Restoration — National Trails Day Event

Date/Time
Date(s): 06/10/2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Spaces
Total: 4 / Remaining: 4

Location
4th of July Trailhead

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Project Profile

• Region: The Okanogan
• Experience: No Experience Needed
• Ages: adults; 16–17 with guardian consent; 10–15 accompanied by guardian
• Difficulty: Intermediate to Difficult (due to hike length)
• Hike Length: 3–6 miles, to over 6 miles
• Trip Type: Volunteer Work Party (Sat)
• Trip Duration: Day Trip(s); Multi-day
• Project Type: Protection (tread repairs, drains)

Project Description

Volunteer to help restore the western half of the Fourth of July Ridge Trail 307  and celebrate National Trails Day, a day of service for hometown trails and the people who love them.

In 2021, a wildfire closed the PNT and other popular trails around Mount Bonaparte. With your help, we’ll restore the trail in time for summer!

As we hike along, we’ll make any needed repairs to the surface of the trail and its drains to protect it from erosion. We’ll also protect the tread from brush and new spring growth along the way.

While we work to leave the trail better, there will be opportunities to take a close look at the rebirth of a forest as the succession cycle begins again, and grasses, leafy herbaceous plants and wildflowers begin blanketing the ground.

No trail crew experience necessary: the PNTA provides tools, personal protective equipment, and training. Just bring yourself, your daypack, and a thirst for a rewarding day on the trail!

See Resources (below) for Frequently Asked Questions and packing recommendations.

Project Details

• PNTA Last Worked Here: 2018
• Project Leader: Kristin Ackerman
• Trail Crew Leader(s): Miles or E
• Trip Time: 2–8 hours, + drive time
  • Note: Crew leaders will likely work a full day, but volunteer crew members are always welcome to participate at their own pace for as long as they like.
• Hike Distance: 4–8 miles round trip
• Spots Available: 4
• Meals: Day Trip, meals not included
• Cost: Free

Other Location Info

• Land Manager: Colville National Forest — Tonasket Ranger District
• Rendezvous Location: Fourth of July Trailhead
• Staging Area: NA
• Camping:  camp sites may be available at the Bonaparte Lake Campground. Dispersed camping may also be available on the Colville National Forest.
• Directions: See Location for directions

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