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.
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 13 - Diakon
- June 10 - Tuckahoe
- July 8 - Port Royal/Greg's Woods
- Aug. 12 - Brady Bryner
- Sept. 9 - LeTort/Pine Hill
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.
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 13 DETAILS:
Location: CPC's Diakon Wilderness Center Easement, Cumberland County
Meeting Location:
SGL 305 parking lot on Mountain Rd, Boiling Springs 17007
coordinates: 40.12036, -77.11892
Google maps link: maps.app.goo.gl/L2QcmZL3cCnbPwP57
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: There are some trail blazes to repaint, as well as some raking and brush removal and chainsaw work. We may also possibly plant some native species from the on-site Nursery.
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Location: CPC's Diakon Wilderness Center Easement, Cumberland County
Meeting Location:
SGL 305 parking lot on Mountain Rd, Boiling Springs 17007
coordinates: 40.12036, -77.11892
Google maps link: maps.app.goo.gl/L2QcmZL3cCnbPwP57
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: There are some trail blazes to repaint, as well as some raking and brush removal and chainsaw work. We may also possibly plant some native species from the on-site Nursery.
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JUNE 10 DETAILS:
Location: CPC's Tuckahoe Conservation Area, northwestern York County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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Location: CPC's Tuckahoe Conservation Area, northwestern York County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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JULY 8 DETAILS:
Location: CPC's Port Royal or Greg's Woods Preserve, Juniata County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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Location: CPC's Port Royal or Greg's Woods Preserve, Juniata County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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AUG. 12 DETAILS:
Location: CPC's Brady Bryner Preserve, Juniata County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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Location: CPC's Brady Bryner Preserve, Juniata County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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SEPT. 9 DETAILS:
Location: CPC's LeTort Spring Garden Preserve or Pine Hill Easement, Cumberland County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
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Location: CPC's LeTort Spring Garden Preserve or Pine Hill Easement, Cumberland County
Meeting Location:
TBD
coordinates:
Google maps link:
Time: 9am-12pm/1pm
Activities: TBD
SIGN-UP BELOW.
SIGN UP FOR ALL/ANY CPC WEDNESDAY TRAIL CARES BELOW!
(If you do not receive an email confirmation, your sign-up did not go through. Try going to the Google Form here, or Contact Jenn directly: [email protected])
(If you do not receive an email confirmation, your sign-up did not go through. Try going to the Google Form here, or Contact Jenn directly: [email protected])
