CSB Trail Work Backpack

Ready to make a difference while hitting the trails? Join us for a day of giving back to the stunning landscapes we love to explore! No experience necessary.

• Hands-on trail maintenance and improvement tasks.
• Fun and camaraderie with fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
• Make a lasting impact on our local hiking havens.
• Learn about what goes into maintaining the trails we love.
• The trail work will be done a section of the Colorado Trail and Lost Creek Wilderness.

12 spots. You will be added to the wait list and moved to attending when the following are completed:

• Completion of a qualifying hike (see upcoming events)
• Fill out the waiver (including +1's) to participate: https://forms.gle/Y4sthwTqZzyLge5Q8

What to Wear:

• Long pants and long sleeve shirts are required. Plan to get dirty.
• Boots/high ankle trail runners required.

What to Bring:

• Sturdy work gloves, garden gloves or full fingered MTB gloves.
• Safety glasses/sunglasses (shaded or clear) depending on weather.
• A bandana or liner for wearing under provided hard hats.
• Sun protection (sunscreen, buff or bandana for under hard hat)
• Backpacking gear and food.

Provided:

• Hard hats
• Trail tools/saws

Things to Know:

• Plan to backpack up to 8.5 miles RT from trailhead to campsite.
• Dogs are welcome but must be qualified and approved by organizers and are recommended to be on leash for safety.
• All participants will need to help carry 1-2 hand tools in.

Friday night

• Carpool from the Springs to the campsite on the Caltopo Map near Bailey.
• Review the JHA/CTF/USFS waivers and have a tool/safety talk.
• No facilities at car camping location, so plan accordingly.
• While we are car camping Friday night, Saturday is backpacking so plan your gear as needed.
• Hammock friendly camping location for car camping and backpacking.

Saturday

• Pack up
• Safety briefing and warmup at 8:00 AM
• Backpack up to 4.3 miles, 1200 ft of gain to camping location
• Will cut down trees on the way as needed
• Setup camp
• Work on remaining 4 miles of trail, clearing trees

Sunday

• Continue work on remaining 4 miles of trail, clearing trees
• Pack up
• Hike back to cars