For those of you closer to KTA headquarters, we're coordinating with Central Pennsylvania Conservancy again this year to offer Trail Care days during the week. On Wednesdays from May through September, you can join us at one of their preserves in Juniata County, to help spruce up their trails, and work on a couple brand new trails.
There will be something for any level of experience, from sprucing up existing trails on their lovely properties, to helping build two brand new, accessible trails. So, these events are ideal for anyone from beginners with zero experience, to veterans of trail work. Type of work may involve trimming back vegetation with loppers, pruners and handsaws, pulling invasive species, as well as raking, digging, and grading new treadway.
There will be something for any level of experience, from sprucing up existing trails on their lovely properties, to helping build two brand new, accessible trails. So, these events are ideal for anyone from beginners with zero experience, to veterans of trail work. Type of work may involve trimming back vegetation with loppers, pruners and handsaws, pulling invasive species, as well as raking, digging, and grading new treadway.
Dates:
Details will be posted below for each weekday as they become available. We'll work from about 9-12 or stop whenever everyone has had enough, and depending on weather conditions. We will start with a safety talk and tutorial on the type of trail work we'll be doing, then likely split into small groups to tackle some trail projects.
Important notes:
Food/Drink: Generally, bring your own lunch/snacks and water. We're looking to secure some goodies to hand out.
What else to bring: For these partial day outings, we recommend a small pack with your aforementioned snacks and fluids, insect repellent and sunscreen, needed medications, and a rain jacket if desired. Long pants, sneakers or boots- comfortable clothes to work in and potentially get dirty. KTA will bring a first aid kit, as well as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses, as well as any tools needed. Please feel free to bring your own favorite gloves and tools. For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
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- May 21 (cxld- weather)
- June 18
- July 23
- August 20
- September 17
Details will be posted below for each weekday as they become available. We'll work from about 9-12 or stop whenever everyone has had enough, and depending on weather conditions. We will start with a safety talk and tutorial on the type of trail work we'll be doing, then likely split into small groups to tackle some trail projects.
Important notes:
Food/Drink: Generally, bring your own lunch/snacks and water. We're looking to secure some goodies to hand out.
What else to bring: For these partial day outings, we recommend a small pack with your aforementioned snacks and fluids, insect repellent and sunscreen, needed medications, and a rain jacket if desired. Long pants, sneakers or boots- comfortable clothes to work in and potentially get dirty. KTA will bring a first aid kit, as well as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses, as well as any tools needed. Please feel free to bring your own favorite gloves and tools. For more general information about the Trail Care Program and suggested packing lists, see KTA Trail Care FAQ page here.
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Jenn Ulmer, KTA Manager of Trail Maintenance and Training, at [email protected] or 570-854-8316 with any questions.
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**MAY 21 EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER:**
Location: CPC's Port Royal Wetlands Preserve
Meeting Location:
Walker Township Park
258 Walker Township Park Ln
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(there are restrooms available here)
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: New Trail Maintenance/development to include: removal of invasive species, clearing debris off trail, removing brush alongside trail, leveling uneven trail sections
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Location: CPC's Port Royal Wetlands Preserve
Meeting Location:
Walker Township Park
258 Walker Township Park Ln
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(there are restrooms available here)
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: New Trail Maintenance/development to include: removal of invasive species, clearing debris off trail, removing brush alongside trail, leveling uneven trail sections
SIGN-UP BELOW.
SIGN UP FOR WEEKDAY TRAIL CARES HERE!
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