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Austin Sierra Club (local branch of the Sierra Club) holds outings for outdoor activities: hiking, camping, biking, backpacking, kayaking, community service projects, and more. These include local one-day events to greenbelts and natural areas, weekend trips to state parks, as well as longer trips to national parks.
All participants must sign our Sign-In Sheet with Participation Agreement before joining one of our outings. You are strongly urged to add your cell phone and emergency contact numbers on the sheet, for your safety. More information is needed for overnight trips.
Many of our events are rated Easy and everyone is invited to participate, but others have fitness and experience requirements. Smoking and vaping is not allowed on our events. Check with the Leader to see if pets are allowed.
Although it's not necessary to participate in our events, we encourage you to join the Sierra Club (in addition to the Meetup group), and support our efforts to protect the environment.
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Buescher State Park Easy going hike
Buescher State Park, 100 Park Rd 1-E, Smithville, TX, USCome join us on a leisurely 4-mile hike along the Pine Gulch trail in Buescher State Park. The rains have brought tons of flowers. There has also been a lot of re-growth of the pines since the major forest fire in 2015. The park lists this as a challenging hike although we will begin on a flat gravel path. We will meet at the overlook parking lot. Be aware that there is limited parking and you may not park on the roadside. Consider carpooling (not arranged by Sierra Club) from Austin. An entrance permit is required for all visitors to the park, $5 if you do not have a State Park Pass. Please visit the main headquarters off FM 153 to check in before meeting at the overlook.
Participants must sign a Liability Waiver at the trailhead. You may view the waiver document: https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020 .7 人の参加者
Service Project - Olympic National Park
Heart O' the Hills Campground, 2823 S Oak St, Port Angeles, WA, US*** RSVP ON MEETUP ALONE DOES NOT RESERVE A SPOT ON THE TRIP***
Join us for four days of meaningful conservation work in one of America's most stunning old-growth forest settings. Volunteers will spend three days pulling invasive weeds to help restore the native understory, and one day supporting nursery operations to propagate the plants that will take their place.
No experience necessary — just a love of the outdoors and a willingness to dig in!***
About the Campground
Nestled just 15 minutes from downtown Port Angeles on the northern Olympic Peninsula, Heart O' the Hills Campground is surrounded by towering old-growth trees, offering a serene, deeply shaded retreat in the heart of Olympic National Park.***
A Rare Opportunity
Securing campsites at Heart O' the Hills during peak summer season is nearly impossible for the average visitor — sites are first-come, first-served and fill up every single day. Through our partnership with Olympic National Park, we have been granted 5–6 reserved campsites accommodating up to 12 tents and 2 RVs. This is a remarkable privilege, and one we don't take lightly. Note that we will be sharing campsites, and they may not end up being contiguous with the sites of the other members of our Service Project.***
Costs
Olympic National Park has generously waived camping fees on our volunteer work days. On non-work days, the standard fee of $24 per person per day applies — still a bargain for one of the most coveted spots in the Pacific Northwest. Park admission is also comped for all participants.
Participants are responsible for their own transportation, camping equipment, and breakfasts and lunches.***
Dinner Duty
We keep dinner simple: every team cooks one night only. The cooking team brings and prepares dinner, handles dish patrol, and washes the pots and pans — then enjoys the other evenings free.***
To Sign Up
- RSVP on Meetup — The event may show as full, but sign up anyway! There is usually plenty of turnover.
- Wait for approval from Trip Leaders, who may reach out for more details. Volunteering in a rugged wilderness area takes real preparation, and we want to make sure this trip is the right fit for you.
- Send your contact info — name, cell number, and email address — to stanpeyton@gmail.com.
- Complete the Medical Form at https://tinyurl.com/SCMedicalForm2021 and email it to stanpeyton@gmail.com, or mail it to the address below.
- Read the Participation Agreement and complete Page 1 at https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020, then email or mail it as well.
- Mail forms to: Stan Peyton 8408 Hanbridge Lane Austin, TX 78736
⚠️ Important: Paperwork must be received within ten days of signing up, or you will be removed from the trip. Please only sign up if you are serious about attending.
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What to Bring
Camping Essentials- Tent and sleeping gear
- Sleeping pad or kneeling pad
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Earplugs
Food & Kitchen
- All breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for the trip
- Dinner ingredients for the night your team cooks
- Plate, bowl, and silverware
- Dish towel
- Containers for leftovers
- Water bottle
Work Gear
- Work gloves
- Long pants
- Hat
- Geologist's hammer (yes, really!)
- Trail tools, if you already own them
Health & Safety
- Personal prescriptions and first aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Tweezers
- Latitude: 48.0363° N
- Longitude: -123.4297° W
Decimal (GPS):
`48.0363, -123.4297`
Degrees-Minutes-Seconds:- 48° 02′ 11″ N
- 123° 25′ 47″ W
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Service Project - Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF
Swift Creek Campground, Baker Lake Road, Concrete, WA, US*** RSVP ON MEETUP ALONE DOES NOT RESERVE A SPOT ON THE TRIP***
This project is the second of two consecutive weeks in Washington state. The first week is at Olympic National Park. You are welcome to do one or both.We will be based at Swift Creek Campground, in overflow space reserved for our group. No hookups, and no charge for camping on days off.
Swift Creek Campground is tucked into a mixed-conifer forest at the edge of Baker Lake, halfway up the lake's eastern shore. On a clear day, Mt. Baker dominates the skyline — a perpetually snow-capped active volcano rising to 10,781 feet, mantled with glaciers.
GPS coordinates:- 48.72855° N
- −121.65745° W
The campground has a small beach, a boat ramp, a 20-slip dock, potable water, and vault toilets. Swimming, kayaking, fishing, and hiking are all steps from your tent.
Wildlife in the area includes black bears, mountain goats, and bald eagles — and August is prime time for the Baker Lake sockeye salmon run, one of the most spectacular in the North Cascades. On days off, North Cascades National Park is within easy reach.
The work will be a combination of basic carpentry, trail brushing, and trail tread work — rebuilding multiple trails, bridges, and boardwalks, many of which run along the Baker Lake Trail on the eastern shore of the lake. There are photos attached illustrating the type of rehabilitation that is needed.
We will have to ride in Jon Boats to get to our worksite. No Lifeguard on Duty.
In 1843 a small eruption of Mt. Baker caused a forest fire, and you can still see the burned snags of virgin cedar trees that once dominated the area.
A small number of participants will need to be comfortable operating a Jon boat. Anyone operating or riding in the Jon boat will be required to wear a personal flotation device at all times. Washington state law.
Dinner Duty
We keep dinner simple: every team cooks one night only. The cooking team brings and prepares dinner, handles dish patrol, and washes the pots and pans — then enjoys the other evenings free.Geologist's hammers are the one tool I ask everyone to bring. They are endlessly useful.
No experience necessary for most tasks. If you have carpentry skills, please mention them when you RSVP.
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To Sign Up
- RSVP on Meetup — The event may show as full, but sign up anyway! There is usually plenty of turnover.
- Wait for approval from Trip Leaders, who may reach out for more details. Volunteering in a rugged wilderness area takes real preparation, and we want to make sure this trip is the right fit for you.
- Send your contact info — name, cell number, and email address — to stanpeyton@gmail.com.
- Complete the Medical Form at https://tinyurl.com/SCMedicalForm2021 and email it to stanpeyton@gmail.com, or mail it to the address below.
- Read the Participation Agreement and complete Page 1 at https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020, then email or mail it as well.
- Mail forms to: Stan Peyton 8408 Hanbridge Lane Austin, TX 78736
⚠️ Important: Paperwork must be received within ten days of signing up, or you will be removed from the trip. Please only sign up if you are serious about attending.
***
What to Bring
Camping Essentials- Tent and sleeping gear
- Sleeping pad or kneeling pad
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Earplugs
Food & Kitchen
- All breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for the trip
- Dinner ingredients for the night your team cooks
- Plate, bowl, and silverware
- Dish towel
- Containers for leftovers
- Water bottle
Work Gear
- Work gloves
- Long pants
- Hat
- Geologist's hammer (yes, really!)
- Trail tools, if you already own them
Health & Safety
- Personal prescriptions and first aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Tweezers
12 人の参加者
Service Project - Caddo Lake State Park
場所はまだ指定されていません***RSVP ON MEETUP ALONE DOES NOT RESERVE A SPOT ON THE TRIP***
About the Park https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caddo-lake
Caddo Lake State Park is located in East Texas on the Big Cypress Bayou and is the gateway to the unique Caddo Lake, a 27,000-acre cypress swamp ecosystem. It features a maze of slow-moving water, wetlands, and bayous, which are home to diverse wildlife, including alligators and many species of fish. The park itself has a history tied to the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s, which built many of its historic cabins and pavilions using local materials.About the Work
The park rangers would like us to remove bamboo and invasive species, using loppers and hand saws.About Transportation
Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and within the site. Carpooling is encouraged, please contact other attendees on this trip to arrange your carpool.About Lodging
We will be in screened shelters (2-4 people per shelter) in the state park, in the Squirrel Haven area. You may pitch a tent on the screened shelter sites. Electricity and water at the sites. Showers at nearby bath house. RVs/Vans < 20 feet are allowed in the screen shelter parking spots. RVs > 20 feet will need to make reservations at an RV site.About Meals
Participants bring their own breakfasts and lunches. For dinners, you and your cooking team will feed the entire group one evening - this includes bringing and preparing the food, as well as dish patrol (washing pots/pans/etc.).About the Schedule
For this trip we will most likely work Mon, Tues, Wed, and Thurs, then have Friday to pack up by 12 noon. Please schedule your exploration of the park Sunday when you arrive or Friday before you leave, or add on to your trip by making a separate reservation in the park. Canoe rental is available at the park.TO SIGN UP:
- RSVP on Meetup. The Meetup may show as full, but if you want to come, please sign up. There is usually plenty of turnover.
- Contact information: Send your name, cell number, and email address to Dawn at dhoytkidd@gmail.com.
- Wait for approval from Trip Leaders, who might reach out for more details. Hiking and camping in rugged wilderness areas takes extraordinary preparation, so we strive to make sure this trip is right for you.
- Complete the Medical Form https://tinyurl.com/SCMedicalForm2021. Scan and email the form also to dhoytkidd@gmail.com (preferred) or to Dawn Kidd’s mailing address below.
- Read the Participation Agreement and fill out Page 1 https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020
- Mail the forms to:
Dawn H. Kidd
809 Rock Creek Drive
Austin, TX 78746VERY IMPORTANT - IF WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE ABOVE PAPERWORK WITHIN TEN DAYS OF YOUR SIGNING UP, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE TRIP.
Don’t sign up unless you are serious about attending.YOU WILL NEED TO BRING (Packing List):
-Food and drink for all your breakfasts, snacks, and lunches.
-Mess kit (plate/bowl, utensils, napkin)
-Your cooking groups’ food, containers for leftovers
-Implements of sleeping (cot, sleeping bag, pillow, earplugs, etc.)
-Work gloves, kneeling pad, geologist hammer, trail tools (park might supply, but you can bring your own), eye protection (sunglasses)
-Flashlight
-Long pants, hat, close-toed shoes, clothes for the weather
-Personal prescriptions, first aid kit
-Water bottle
-Tweezers
-Sunscreen, bug sprayASC supplies for group meals, brought by Trip Leaders:
-Large pots & pans
-Assorted bowls and cooking utensils, knives, cutting board
-Two burner camping cook stove with propane
-Dishwashing bins, soap, bleach, sponges, scrubbers12 人の参加者
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