Where You’ll Be:
Mt. Blue Sky Outdoor Lab is a nonprofit dedicated to immersive environmental education for Jefferson County sixth-grade students. The trail improvements for this project will work towards improving the hiking experience of 2,500 students who visit annually.
What You’ll Do:
You will be working to help repair the center's Leave No Trace Trail by installing timber steps to stabilize the trail and building new sections of trail. You will get to learn from one of Colorado's leading trail designers and experienced VOC volunteer Technical Advisor, Terry Gimbel. It is a great opportunity to learn and implement new skills while getting to do the work, too. While this project is technical, no experience is required!
Please bring your own lunch for the day!
Why It Matters:
Founded in 1957, the Mt. Blue Sky Outdoor Lab exposes youth to the outdoors and develops passion and competencies in environmental awareness and conservation. However, the Leave No Trace Trail has experienced heavy wear and tear, making it unstable, slippery, and overdue for much-needed restoration work. Volunteer efforts will make this trail safer for the 2,500 sixth-grade students who use the trail every year - many of whom are hiking for the very first time!
Eligibility Requirements:
Ages 16+
Project Difficulty:
This project is considered moderate to difficult. Please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Physical Considerations:
On this trail project, you can expect to hike about 2-4 miles, carry tools, move large rocks, remove downed trees, and dig holes.
Access Factors:
Vehicle Access: No vehicle restrictions – 2WD accessible
Other Notes: Expect to have little to no cell service at the Outdoor Lab.
