Where you'll be:
Join your fellow volunteers at Top of the Pines, a 175-acre nature preserve conveniently situated near Ouray, Ridgway, and Telluride. Here, you'll find a remarkable escape for both locals and visitors alike, providing a space for exploration, recreation, and communal gatherings amidst the stunning backdrop of the San Juan Mountains.
What you'll do:
Join us in the restoration of a historic trail that is in dire need of maintenance to accommodate the surge in ecotourism in the region. Your efforts will ensure that the trail adapts to increased visitation and remains accessible to all.
Enjoy breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, along with dinner on Saturday. Bring your own lunch (BYOL). Free campsites are available on Friday night and Saturday night. Volunteers are encouraged to arrive at base camp before 8 pm on Friday.
Why it's important:
Maintaining and preserving this trail is essential for the conservation of the surrounding ecosystems. By keeping users on the designated trail, we mitigate the risk of erosion and minimize human impact on sensitive habitats. Improving this historical trail will help the nature preserve better serve everyone who is drawn to this beautiful landscape.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ages 16+
Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older on overnight projects.
Project Difficulty:
This project is easy to moderate in nature. Please check our difficulty rating criteria here for more details.
Accessibility Factors:
Vehicle Accessibility: 2WD Accessible
Other notes: Camping is reserved near the trail, and running water is available on-site. The terrain of the trail work varies; however, it is generally an easy slope with minimal exposure.
Join us in making a positive impact while reducing your carbon footprint! Register yourself for our upcoming project and take the eco-friendly route by carpooling with fellow volunteers.
Click here to sign up for the carpool (please do this after registering for the project).
