Date/Time
Date(s): 09/21/2024
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Location
Sherman Trailhead
Project Profile
- Region: Northeast Washington
- Experience: No Experience Needed
- Ages: adults; 16–17 with guardian consent; 10–15 accompanied by guardian
- Difficulty: Easy
- Hike Length: 0–3 miles
- Trip Type: Volunteer Work Party
- Trip Duration: Day Trip
- Project Type: Log Out, Brush Out, Tread Work
Project Description
Are you interested in group hikes and learning how trails are made? Join us at Sherman TR 012 for a fun and easy day of outdoor learning!
At this Trail Eyes 101 event, volunteers will receive training in basic trail concepts and engage in hands-on learning as we restore a short section of this trail to spec. We will cover core safety principles for trail workers, introduce basic trail anatomy and mechanics, and demonstrate tread maintenance techniques.
Our outdoor classroom for the day is Sherman Trail: an essential feeder trail that accesses the PNT in the Kettle River Range, a quick drive east of Republic. We will begin with a short hike (less than 1.5 mi) at a comfortable pace, pausing to discuss what we see along the way, then engage in light trail work to practice our new skills.
This is the one of the shortest hikes up to the crest of the gorgeous Kettle River Range. We’ll be sure to take time to enjoy the day strolling beneath the trees, bathing in the fresh forest air that babbles down mountain streams, and taking in the views of the Okanogan Highlands to the west.
No experience necessary; the PNTA provides tools and PPE. See Resources (below) for Frequently Asked Questions and daypack recommendations.
Project Details
- PNTA Last Worked Here: September 2024
- Project Leader: Kristin Ackerman
- Trail Crew Leader(s): Kristin Ackerman
- Trip Time: 2–6 hrs
- Volunteers are welcome to leave at any time; our goal is to have you back at the trailhead by 3:00 p.m.
- Hike Distance: up to 3 miles round trip, 800′ elevation gain
- Spots Available: 4
- Meals: Not Included
- Cost: Free
- Registration Deadline: Fri 09/20/2024 12:00 p.m.
Other Location Info
- Land Manager: Colville National Forest — Republic
- Rendezvous Location: White Mountain Fire Lookout
- Staging Area: Sherman Trailhead
- Facilities: NO toilet at trailhead
- Access: Forest Service roads are bumpy and rutty, but should be passable for most vehicles driven with care
- Camping: No included, but available nearby at Sherman Pass Campground
- Directions: See Location for directions
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