What You’ll Do:

Begin a multi-year effort at a geologically significant Alliance-owned property. Build tread along the moraine and open a Dispersed Camping Area.

Also at this event: Crew Leader Skills Training! Learn how you can become an Ice Age Trail Crew Leader, especially if you have participated in previous years’ Trailbuilding events. Contact Chad DuChateau, Director of Trail Operations for details and an application! Email: chad@iceagetrail.org.

Project Area Map Coming Soon!

All Talents and Abilities Welcome!

There’s a role for volunteers of all ages and abilities. And no experience is necessary to participate. Friendly Alliance staff and certified volunteer crew leaders will provide hands-on training to get you started immediately.

Registration: Coming Soon!

Schedule:

Your contribution of time and energy is welcome for any part of the event.

The event begins Wednesday, June 4, and concludes on Sunday, June 8. Trail construction activities begin each day around 8:00 a.m. and typically wrap up by 4:30 p.m. On Sunday, work ends by noon.

Meals and Checking in at Base Camp/Volunteer Check In Information:

• Volunteers should report each day to Base Camp (TBA after registration).
• A light breakfast will be provided, along with dinner, for volunteers staying overnight.

What to Bring:

• Lunch for each day you are on site.
• Long-sleeve shirts and pants for trail work; mud boots if you have them, may come in handy.
• A hat, gaiter, and head net.
• Plan for variable weather – bring warm layers and rain gear.
• Sturdy hiking or work boots (no tennis shoes) and leather work gloves.
• Day pack, water bottles, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
• Gear for camping if you’re staying overnight. (If you prefer, you may arrange lodging in area hotels, too.)

Questions?

Please contact the Trail Team via email (TrailTeam@iceagetrail.org) or the Ice Age Trail Alliance office (800-227-0046).

We hope to see you soon!

Happy Trails,

The Moraine Outwash Preserve Project Team

Get the complete schedule of Ice Age Trail Crew Events!