Date/Time
Date(s): 10/04/2023 - 10/08/2023
All Day
Spaces
Total: 20 / Remaining: 17
Location
Taylor Ridge TR 074 — Tom Creek, eastern terminus
Project Profile
- Region: Northeast Washington
- Experience: No Experience Needed
- Ages: adults; 16–17 with guardian consent; 10–15 accompanied by guardian
- Difficulty: Difficult (due to elevation gain and/or hike length)
- Hike Length: 3–6 miles
- Trip Type: Drop-in Volunteers
- Trip Duration: Day trip(s) or Multi-day
- Project Type: Construction, Protection (tread repairs, drains, structures)
Project Description
Help wrap up reconstruction of crossing structures on Taylor Ridge Trail 074, a popular mountain bike route that offers a long ride down the slopes of the Kettle River Range starting at the PNT.
The area is regenerating from the 2021 Bulldog Fire, which destroyed trail crossing structures that protect the headwaters of Echo and Tom Creeks at Bulldog Mountain. We’re nearly done putting the finishing touches on a 90-ft turnpike, and we could use more hands to help split decking for then assemble a 30-ft puncheon boardwalk.
No trail crew experience necessary to volunteer at this event: the PNTA provides tools, personal protective equipment, and training. Just bring yourself, your camp gear and/or daypack, and a thirst for a rewarding experience on the trail!
See Resources (below) for Frequently Asked Questions and packing recommendations.
Project Details
- PNTA Last Worked Here: NA
- Project Leader: Kristin Ackerman
- Trail Crew Leader(s): Forest, Hannah and Miles
- Trip Time: Volunteers: 2–8 hrs daily, + drive time
- Note: Crew leaders will 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: up to 8 miles round trip at maximum range
- There are at least two options for accessing these projects located roughly midway between the Bulldog Cabin and Tom Creek trailheads; estimated one-way hike times range from 1.5–3 hrs duration. More details can be provided upon registration.
- Spots Available: 4 volunteers daily
- Meals: Included for multi-day participants who register & enroll by Mon Oct 2nd
- Cost: Free
Other Location Info
- Land Manager: Colville National Forest — Three Rivers District
- Rendezvous Location: TBD junction with Boulder Creek Rd
- Staging Area: NA
- Camping: Multi-day participants can disperse camp with PNTA crew leaders at a nearby location
- Directions: See Location for directions
How to Register for this Event
Please choose a space, sign in to your account, and click on the yellow registration button below. Or you can use the One Step Registration Form below to create a PNT.org account and register for an event in one step.
After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email from the project leader with an invitation to complete a Volunteer Enrollment Form. This information helps us provide the best possible experience for volunteers. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!
Note: If you would like to book an additional spot for another member of your group, please log out of your pnt.org account and reload this page to submit an additional registration.
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All Events at Taylor Ridge TR 074 — Tom Creek, eastern terminus
- Taylor Ridge TR 074 — Crossing Structures - 10/04/2023 - 10/08/2023 - All Day
