Trail Service Weekend at Pipsico Scout Reservation

Trail Service Weekend at Pipsico Scout Reservation in Surry, Virginia, May 29–31 (Friday–Sunday).

Online Signup: [https://247scouting.com/forms/?OrgKey=BSA596&id=6140](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://247scouting.com/forms/?OrgKey%3DBSA596%26id%3D6140&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw2TocjxwBu2gqFo3zSoS98H)

Join the Tidewater Council High Adventure Committee and volunteers from the Tidewater Appalachian Trail Club for a Trail Service Weekend at Pipsico Scout Reservation. This volunteer effort supports the ongoing restoration of the Red Trail and a broader long-term vision to develop it as both a valuable camp hiking resource and a future High Adventure training route for local Scout units preparing for backpacking treks and outdoor leadership experiences.
Participants will work alongside experienced trail club volunteers to help improve and maintain the trail for future use. Projects may include clearing the trail corridor, removing debris, and improving sections of trail as needed. Basic guidance will be provided on site. The goal of the weekend is simple: bring together volunteers, make meaningful progress, and support an important outdoor resource for Scouting in Tidewater Council.

Casual arrival and camp setup will take place Friday evening. Most work will occur during the day on Saturday, with the event wrapping up Saturday evening and departure Sunday morning.

What to Expect
Outdoor volunteer work supporting improvements to the Red Trail at Pipsico Scout Reservation.
Work alongside volunteers from the Tidewater Appalachian Trail Club and connect with experienced hikers familiar with local trails and the Appalachian Trail.

General tasks include:
Clearing the trail corridor
Removing debris and fallen limbs
Assisting with trail improvements
where needed
Some basic guidance will be provided on site. The focus of the weekend is to bring volunteers together to move the project forward while supporting an important outdoor resource for Scouts in Tidewater Council.

Weekend Overview
Saturday:
Primary workday alongside TATC volunteers
Saturday Evening:
Wrap-up and time around camp

Who Should Attend
Adult Scouters
TATC members
Adult volunteers interested in
trail work
Both experienced trail workers and those new to trail maintenance are welcome.

What to Bring
Work gloves
Sturdy boots
Long pants and appropriate work
Clothing
Water and trail snacks
Daypack for personal gear
Camping gear if staying overnight

Food
Bring your own meals and snacks.
A Saturday evening group dinner may be provided (TBD), but participants should plan to be self-sufficient.

Tools
Basic trail tools will be available. Volunteers are welcome to bring loppers, hand saws, and other standard trail maintenance tools if they prefer to use their own equipment.