Trail Work in the Pecos Wilderness (backpacking – high intensity)

18Oct2024
20Oct2024

At Santa Fe National Forest

Work will include (time and group size allowing; we may divide tasks among smaller groups): 
  • A 3-day, 2-night backpacking trip into the Pecos Wilderness  
  • A 4 mile, ~1000ft elevation gain each way to basecamp at Stewart Lake (hike in on Friday, hike out on Sunday) 
  • A full work day on Saturday of logouts along Trail #267 (~3 miles, ~1000 ft elevation gain each way) between Stewart Lake and Lake Johnson 
  • Wild rec site rehabilitation and fire ring cleanup around lake areas 
Volunteers are asked to bring: 
  • Camping gear (tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, cooking utensils, boots, bear bag setup, etc.) 
  • Work gloves (we will have some on hand, but please bring your own if able) 
  • All meals for backpacking trip (full day on Saturday, full day on Sunday) 
  • Lots of layers for cold nights!
  • A positive attitude! No previous experience is needed, all training will be provided on-site 
Please RSVP by FRIDAY OCTOBER 11th using the form below. We will reach out to registrants via email with all the details as the trip approaches. 
 

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