Friends,

While the weather stays warm and dry, I’d like to tackle another much-needed trail improvement project, with your help.

 What: We will begin rehabilitating the side trail leading from the chapter shed to the Ice Age Trail.  See the attached map below.  This heavily-used blue-blazed trail provides access to the IAT for the many trail users who park near the chapter shed.

 When:  Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

 Where:  We will meet at the chapter shed, 400 ft. southwest of the Highway PD-S. High Point Rd. intersection.  See map below.

 Parking:  There is plenty of parking on the west side of the chapter shed.

 What to wear/what to bring: Please dress appropriately for the weather.  Leather gloves are a must.  Bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch.  Hand tools will be provided.  We will be constructing drainage dips–digging the drainage structures and moving lots of dirt.

Plus—there is a porta-toilet located behind the chapter shed.

Volunteers in Parks (VIP) program:  The National Park Service asks that all volunteers file, on a yearly basis, a Volunteer Service Agreement form.  In the unlikely event of an injury, a VIP’s medical expenses are covered by the federal government.  Go to:  https://www.iceagetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/packet-individual-301a-exp-10_2024.pdf 

Courtesy:  If you are going to arrive late or cannot come as planned, I understand.  Please afford me and your fellow volunteers the courtesy of a phone call, text or email to me as early as possible.  Thank you.

If you can help, please email me at edspoon@charter.net. This is very important so I can plan for enough tools and supplies.  It also allows me to communicate with you, should plans change due to weather, etc.

Questions?  Call, email or text me.  I hope to work with you on this project!

Happy Trails—

Ed Spoon

Trail improvement project map