Trail Work Crew

Trail Work Crew
Sunday November 1, 9AM-Noon

Okay, we are going to try this again in the age of social distancing. Our July, September, and October events seemed to go very well and we had great attendance. (Thanks to all who came!)

Participants will be expected to bring their own gloves, mask, water, and snacks. (Though we did provide some water in both July and September) Participants should be in good health.

We will be providing tools, antiseptic wipes, and instructions. Volunteers will be able to work much more than 6 feet apart and we will be outdoors. As such, we believe this will be a safe, enjoyable, and productive experience; but volunteers will need to make their own calculations.

Location: County Maintenance Area off South Orange Avenue. (This is hard to find, please note the location on the map)

We will be continuing work on the Dogwood Trail west of Brookside Drive (which is closed Sunday mornings). We hope to finish this section!

This work is strenuous, but rewarding. For ages 15 and above. Wear solid shoes and layers. Again, we will not be providing water and gloves and we will expect people to wear masks if within 10 feet of anybody. For information, contact info@somocon.org, or call John Verzani, 973-223-3529, or Dennis Percher, 973-868-6994.

Special note to John, who has been a great help these past few times out: We are rethinking the idea of utilizing aggregate concrete steps. Let us put a pin in the thought until we have had some more time to sort out exactly what we want to do now. Dennis and I are both thinking reinforced switch backs might be a better option to fit into the setting.