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ADK Volunteer Trails Program 2011

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Since 1986 thousands of volunteers have worked with trained ADK trail crew leaders to complete trail maintenance and reconstruction projects all over the Adirondacks and Catskills. Volunteers are provided with the unique opportunity to “give something back” to the trails that they use. Trail work is demanding so volunteers should expect to be challenged both physically and mentally. Through the course of a trail project, volunteers will share the experience with other participants forming new friendships and memories.

 

Fall Trails Day 2011

Saturday, Oct. 1

High Peaks Wilderness

(Fall Trails Day is Full)


This is the last chance to clean drainages of fallen leaves and other debris before the snow arrives. Eight different trails located in the Adirondack High Peak Region will be focused on. A cold continental breakfast will be served at the High Peaks Information Center (HPIC) starting at 7:30 AM before the crews leave for the day at around 8:45 AM. Participants can camp for free in the ADK Wilderness Campground both Friday and Saturday nights. Preregistration is appreciated. especially if staying in the campground. Free.

2011 Fall Trails Day Projects

The following projects will be offered this year for Fall Trails Day. All of the projects will leave directly from the HPIC on Saturday morning. Each project has been assigned a difficulty rating and number. Details about the project are included.

1. Algonquin (Hard): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown between the Marcy Dam Junction and the Wright Peak junction going up Mt. Algonquin.
Total Hiking Mileage: 6.2 miles. Elevation Gain: 1900’
2. Avalanche Pass (Hard): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown from Marcy Dam up to Avalanche Lake on both the hiking and skiing trails.
Total Hiking Mileage: 8 miles. Elevation Gain: 900’
3. Indian Falls to the Crossover (Hard): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown from Marcy Dam to Indian Falls, and return via the crossover trail.
Total Hiking Mileage: 9 miles. Elevation Gain: 1500’
4. Lake Arnold (Hard): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown from Avalanche Camp to Lake Arnold.
Total Hiking Mileage: 9.2 miles. Elevation Gain: 1580’
5. Marcy Dam (Easy): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown from the HPIC to Marcy Dam.
Total hiking Mileage: 4.6 miles. Elevation Gain: 180’
6. Mr. Van Ski Trail (Moderate): This crew will sidecut this ski trail starting from the Klondike Trail towards Adirondak Loj. Total hiking mileage: 2-5 miles. Elevation gain: 100'
7. Mt Jo (Easy): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown on the Long and Short trails on Mt. Jo.
Total Hiking Mileage: 2.4 miles. Elevation Gain: 650’
8. Scott Clearing (Moderate): This crew will clear drainage and remove blowdown from Heart Lake to Scott Clearing.
Total Hiking Mileage: 8 miles. Elevation Gain: 200’

To register call 518-523-3441 or click here for a volunteer trails program registration form.