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Trail Maintenance Work Parties
Offered by: Washington Trails Association
Unclaimed
Last updated:
June, 2022
This program is offered in person.
Address
705 2nd Ave
Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98104
Who It's For
AGE
10 — 24
YOUTH WHO ARE
What it Takes to Do This Work Party
- No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need
- Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain
- Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18
- No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need
- Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain
- Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18
Program Overview
Washington Trails Association hosts one-day work parties year-round in the Puget Sound area. Provides a unique opportunity for young people to learn about trails and trail maintenance in their communities while meeting other young people interested in the outdoors.
Volunteer with WTA for a fun and rewarding way to give back to the places you love to hike. Trails across Washington need our help more than ever.
What to Expect
Volunteer with WTA for a fun and rewarding way to give back to the places you love to hike. Trails across Washington need our help more than ever.
What to Expect
We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary.
Project Description
We will be doing a variety of annual maintenance tasks on the trail including tread repair, drainage maintenance, brushing and removing any logs across the trail with a crosscut saw.
We will be doing a variety of annual maintenance tasks on the trail including tread repair, drainage maintenance, brushing and removing any logs across the trail with a crosscut saw.
Hiking Information
Hikes to the project sites are on average 2-4 miles roundtrip over hilly terrain.
Hikes to the project sites are on average 2-4 miles roundtrip over hilly terrain.
What to Wear
- Boots
- Long pants
- Work gloves
- Long-sleeved shirt recommended
- Eye protection recommended (glasses, sunglasses or safety glasses)
A hard hat will be provided by WTA. For safety reasons, shorts and sneakers are not allowed.
What to Bring
- Lunch and plenty of water
- Rain jacket and pants
- Extra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather
- A pack to carry your personal gear
- A sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!
Firearms and weapons are not allowed.
Accessibility & Location Details
This program regularly takes place at different locations.
Work parties are at constantly changing locations; see website for details
Registration Details
COST & PAYMENT
$1
How To Register
Please see our schedule and enrollment process on our website
