BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Idaho Trails Association - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Idaho Trails Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Boise BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607 DTSTAMP:20260501T192334 CREATED:20260217T204446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T163526Z UID:10001049-1780185600-1780790399@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Taylor Ranch - Youth DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Taylor Ranch – Youth   \nDates: May 31 – June 6  \nITA's Youth Trail Crew Program provides opportunities for youth ages 14-18 to learn about the outdoors while building and maintaining hiking trails in a safe\, teamwork-oriented environment.  \nThis advanced backcountry project is designed for returning youth crew members who are ready for a fully immersive experience in Idaho's largest wilderness. Participants will fly into Taylor Ranch and work down creek\, traveling deep into the Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness. The week combines extended backpacking\, remote living\, and hands-on trail work\, offering a realistic look at what it takes to live and work in hard-to-access public lands.  \nThroughout the project\, participants will help maintain an essential corridor along Big Creek by completing brushing\, tread repair\, and slide removal. In addition to trail work\, the crew will connect with professionals working in a range of natural resource careers\, including trail and wilderness operations\, land management\, logistics\, and field-based science. Crew members will also share responsibility for all aspects of camp life\, including camp setup\, water and sanitation\, and tool management\, while building leadership\, communication\, and teamwork skills and practicing Leave No Trace and project safety expectations.   \nITA's youth projects are completely free for volunteers to join\, and all food is provided. Gear can be borrowed from ITA if needed with advance notice\, or youth may apply for scholarships to purchase gear they need through the Splattski Outdoor Access Fund.   \nProject information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See ourFAQs\, reach out to your crew leader\, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions.  \nTrails: Big Creek Trail #196\, others from Big Creek TBD  \nItinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project. Volunteers and a parent/guardian will join a pre-trip Zoom meeting before the project. Meet in McCall early Saturday morning and fly into Taylor Ranch. Backpacking and working towards the Middle Fork. Hike back to Cabin Creek with a stop at Taylor Ranch for an early flight back to McCall Saturday Morning.  \nFood Provided by ITA: Yes – Backpacking   \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects  \nCrew Leader: Taylor Mailly and Barry Miller   \nEstimated Drive Time from Closest Town: Flying out of McCall   \nTrail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile  \nYouth Trip Selection:   \nYouth trip sign-ups will be open until March 22nd. Although early sign-ups will be prioritized\, ITA leadership and staff may adjust the final crews to maximize trip experience and provide opportunities for the greatest number of youth participants. To help facilitate trip assignments\, please sign up for your preferred trip and include alternate trips you could participate in\, should the preferred trip not be available. You will receive notification of trip assignment via email prior to March 31st.  \nDifficulty Rating  \nYou should have experience with backpacking and be in good hiking condition with broken-in and tested gear. This is a remote backcountry project\, so injuries such as sprains and blisters or even extreme fatigue from not being properly conditioned can quickly become a big safety issue. If you are unsure about the proper gear or about preparing for a trip\, please reach out to trails@idahotrailsassociation.org.   \nHike: 4/5 Strenuous – Carrying all personal gear\, food\, and tools. The Big Creek Trail has ups and downs as it follows the creek but with no major elevation gain or loss. Depending on work\, the crew may work up the ridge trails which climb steeply out of the creek into the surrounding mountains.   \nProject Work: 4/5 Strenuous – This project will be removing logs\, cutting brush\, removing rocks and sloughs and overall improving the trail tread\, potentially moving large amounts of earth to fix slides. This is ponderosa pine/Douglas fir country so the trees may be big and complex.   \nVolunteer Spots Available: 4 of 12\nIf there are no volunteer spots available\, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project! \nWaitlist Signups: 0 \nSign Up×Sign Up\n\n \n \n Project Sign-up for Youth Projects\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Please fill out this application form for yourself (if over 18) or for your child. All of our Youth Trail Crew Projects this year will be determined through an application review. The crew leader for this project will be in touch soon to let you know if you or your child has been selected to attend this project. Please submit one form for each person in your group. This field is hidden when viewing the formNameParticipant InformationIs the participant under the age of 18?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n ITA newsletter*I would like my email address added to ITA's e-newsletter list to receive updates about trail projects and upcoming events.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Already on list\n Phone Number*Phone type*\n \n \n Cell phone\n \n \n \n Landline\n Interested in carpooling?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n If you check yes\, your crew leader will share your email address with others interested in carpooling for this projectParent/Guardian Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Phone Number*Birthday of participant*\n \n Month\n \n \n Day\n \n \n Year\n \n I give Idaho Trails Association permission to use photographs or video clips of me (if 18 or older)/my child in its promotional materials.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n ITA welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds and identities. If you would like\, share the participant's pronouns to help our crew leaders know how best to refer to the volunteer.Pronouns\n \n \n she/her/hers\n \n \n \n he/him/his\n \n \n \n they/them/theirs\n \n \n \n Prefer not to answer\n \n \n \n Other\n Medical InformationThis information is confidential and will only be used by the crew leader for the purposes of safety and preparedness for the project.\nAs of this time\, we are unable to accommodate food allergies with special meals but volunteers are welcome to bring their own food.Does the participant have a current physical injury or impairment ​that will or could affect their ability to hike and perform trail work?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Will the participant have difficulty hiking two miles or more with a pack weighing 15 pounds?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Is the participant currently receiving counseling services or physical therapy that may affect their safety or experience on a backcountry trail project?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Medical Conditions*Does the participant currently have any medical conditions that we should be aware of such as high blood pressure\, seizures\, bleeding disorders\, asthma\, chronic pain\, diabetes\, broken bones\, epilepsy\, etc.? If yes\, please list describe condition\, activity restrictions\, date of last occurrence\, and treatment.Allergies*Does the participant have any allergies (including allergies to medication\, foods\, insect bites/stings\, etc)? \nPlease list allergies.Medication*Is the participant currently taking any medication (including psychiatric\, over-the-counter\, or inhalers)? ​\nIf yes\, please list.Hospitalization*Has the participant been admitted to the hospital\, emergency department\, or urgent care within the past two years?\nIf yes\, please list date of visit\, reason\, and length of stay.Additional information*Additional comments about the participant's health.Emergency ContactCan be the same name listed under Parent/Guardian. Please do not list someone who will be on this project with you.Emergency Contact First*Emergency Contact Last Name*Relationship to participant*Emergency Contact Phone*Trail ExperienceWhat is the participant's comfort level with hiking and camping? We welcome all levels of experience to our projects. This information will help the crew leader to understand more about the volunteer before venturing into the backcountry. How would you describe the participant's hiking experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular hiker\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n How would you describe the participant's camping experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular camper\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n Has the participant been on any previous ITA trips? Which ones?*Trail ProjectIs this trip the participant’s first project choice? If this project isn’t available\, are there other projects the participant is interested in?*Is the participant hoping to attend a project with a sibling/friend? Please list here:*Is this trip to provide required volunteer hours to meet school requirements? Please explain any relevant details here:*What does the participant hope to gain from participating in the trip? We'd love this answer to be in the volunteer's words!*AgreementsDifficulty Rating*\n \n I understand the difficulty rating and I agree that to the best of my knowledge I am (if over 18) or my child is physically fit to perform the tasks without putting myself/themselves or others at risk.\n A few last things...How did you hear about this project?*Please choose oneFamily or friendITA emailITA websiteSocial mediaEventOtherWhere?Comments or questions:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-taylor-ranch-youth/ LOCATION:Taylor Ranch\, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness CATEGORIES:Projects,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/20250613_180020.jpg GEO:45.10379;-114.85607 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Taylor Ranch Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness:geo:-114.85607,45.10379 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615 DTSTAMP:20260501T192334 CREATED:20260217T025649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154026Z UID:10001040-1781136000-1781481599@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Trapper Creek - Youth DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Trapper Creek – Youth \nDates: June 11 – June 14 \nITA’s Youth Trail Crew Program provides opportunities for youth ages 14-18 to learn about the outdoors while building and maintaining hiking trails in a safe\, teamwork-oriented environment. \nThis four-day project will be ITA’s only boat-in youth project in north Idaho. Participants will travel by boat to Trapper Creek Campsite on the northeast end of Upper Priest Lake and camp right along the shoreline. The campsite offers beautiful lake views\, a sandy beach\, and opportunities for swimming and fishing after workdays. From camp\, the crew will work on a three-mile section of trail heading north toward the road on a route that has not been maintained in some time and will likely require extensive brushing. \nThe Trapper Creek Trail is an important connector that completes a full loop around Upper Priest Lake by linking to the Navigation Trail. It is also part of the Idaho Centennial Trail (ICT)\, a nearly 1\,000-mile route spanning the state that ITA helps maintain. Throughout the weekend\, youth will focus on brushing\, cutting logs\, and general trail clearing while learning safe tool use\, teamwork\, and trail work fundamentals. Crew members will also share responsibility for camp life and practice Leave No Trace principles while enjoying a remote\, wilderness-style camping experience. \nITA’s youth projects are completely free for volunteers to join\, and all food is provided. Gear can be borrowed from ITA if needed with advance notice\, or youth may apply for scholarships to purchase gear they need through the Splattski Outdoor Access Fund. \nProject information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See our FAQs\, reach out to your crew leader\, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions. \nTrails: Upper Priest Lake Trail #302 \nItinerary: This is a four-day project. Volunteers and a parent/guardian will join a pre-trip Zoom meeting before the project. Meet Thursday afternoon at the Lionhead Campground in Priest Lake State Park to boat into the project site. Friday and Saturday will be full workdays. Sunday\, break down camp\, boat out\, and be ready for pick up at Lionhead Campground in the early afternoon. \nFood Provided by ITA: Yes – Cook \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects \nCrew Leaders: Taylor Mailly and Miles Butler \nEstimated Hike Time from Trailhead to Camp: Short boat ride\, camping on Priest Lake \nTrail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile \nYouth Trip Selection: \nYouth trip sign-ups will be open until March 22nd. Although early sign-ups will be prioritized\, ITA leadership and staff may adjust the final crews to maximize trip experience and provide opportunities for the greatest number of youth participants. To help facilitate trip assignments\, please sign up for your preferred trip and include alternate trips you could participate in\, should the preferred trip not be available. You will receive notification of trip assignment via email prior to March 31st. \nDifficulty Rating: \nHike: 3/5 Moderate – Backpacking several miles into and out of backcountry camp with day packs and trail tools. Elevation gain is moderate. \nProject Work: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous – Focus on log out\, brushing\, light tread work\, and clearing/scouting trail. \nVolunteer Spots Available: 4 of 12\nIf there are no volunteer spots available\, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project! \nWaitlist Signups: 0 \nSign Up×Sign Up\n \n \n Project Sign-up for Youth Projects\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Please fill out this application form for yourself (if over 18) or for your child. All of our Youth Trail Crew Projects this year will be determined through an application review. The crew leader for this project will be in touch soon to let you know if you or your child has been selected to attend this project. Please submit one form for each person in your group. This field is hidden when viewing the formNameParticipant InformationIs the participant under the age of 18?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n ITA newsletter*I would like my email address added to ITA's e-newsletter list to receive updates about trail projects and upcoming events.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Already on list\n Phone Number*Phone type*\n \n \n Cell phone\n \n \n \n Landline\n Interested in carpooling?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n If you check yes\, your crew leader will share your email address with others interested in carpooling for this projectParent/Guardian Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Phone Number*Birthday of participant*\n \n Month\n \n \n Day\n \n \n Year\n \n I give Idaho Trails Association permission to use photographs or video clips of me (if 18 or older)/my child in its promotional materials.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n ITA welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds and identities. If you would like\, share the participant's pronouns to help our crew leaders know how best to refer to the volunteer.Pronouns\n \n \n she/her/hers\n \n \n \n he/him/his\n \n \n \n they/them/theirs\n \n \n \n Prefer not to answer\n \n \n \n Other\n Medical InformationThis information is confidential and will only be used by the crew leader for the purposes of safety and preparedness for the project.\nAs of this time\, we are unable to accommodate food allergies with special meals but volunteers are welcome to bring their own food.Does the participant have a current physical injury or impairment ​that will or could affect their ability to hike and perform trail work?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Will the participant have difficulty hiking two miles or more with a pack weighing 15 pounds?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Is the participant currently receiving counseling services or physical therapy that may affect their safety or experience on a backcountry trail project?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Medical Conditions*Does the participant currently have any medical conditions that we should be aware of such as high blood pressure\, seizures\, bleeding disorders\, asthma\, chronic pain\, diabetes\, broken bones\, epilepsy\, etc.? If yes\, please list describe condition\, activity restrictions\, date of last occurrence\, and treatment.Allergies*Does the participant have any allergies (including allergies to medication\, foods\, insect bites/stings\, etc)? \nPlease list allergies.Medication*Is the participant currently taking any medication (including psychiatric\, over-the-counter\, or inhalers)? ​\nIf yes\, please list.Hospitalization*Has the participant been admitted to the hospital\, emergency department\, or urgent care within the past two years?\nIf yes\, please list date of visit\, reason\, and length of stay.Additional information*Additional comments about the participant's health.Emergency ContactCan be the same name listed under Parent/Guardian. Please do not list someone who will be on this project with you.Emergency Contact First*Emergency Contact Last Name*Relationship to participant*Emergency Contact Phone*Trail ExperienceWhat is the participant's comfort level with hiking and camping? We welcome all levels of experience to our projects. This information will help the crew leader to understand more about the volunteer before venturing into the backcountry. How would you describe the participant's hiking experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular hiker\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n How would you describe the participant's camping experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular camper\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n Has the participant been on any previous ITA trips? Which ones?*Trail ProjectIs this trip the participant’s first project choice? If this project isn’t available\, are there other projects the participant is interested in?*Is the participant hoping to attend a project with a sibling/friend? Please list here:*Is this trip to provide required volunteer hours to meet school requirements? Please explain any relevant details here:*What does the participant hope to gain from participating in the trip? We'd love this answer to be in the volunteer's words!*AgreementsDifficulty Rating*\n \n I understand the difficulty rating and I agree that to the best of my knowledge I am (if over 18) or my child is physically fit to perform the tasks without putting myself/themselves or others at risk.\n A few last things...How did you hear about this project?*Please choose oneFamily or friendITA emailITA websiteSocial mediaEventOtherWhere?Comments or questions:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-trapper-creek-youth/ LOCATION:Lionshead Campground\, Idaho Panhandle National Forest CATEGORIES:Projects,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/IMG_3751.jpg GEO:48.73643;-116.82696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lionshead Campground Idaho Panhandle National Forest;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Idaho Panhandle National Forest:geo:-116.82696,48.73643 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622 DTSTAMP:20260501T192334 CREATED:20260217T204441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T153551Z UID:10001045-1781654400-1782086399@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Queens - Youth DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Queens River – Youth  \nDates: June 17 – 21   \nITA's Youth Trail Crew Program provides opportunities for youth ages 14-18 to learn about the outdoors while building and maintaining hiking trails in a safe\, teamwork-oriented environment.  \nThis season in the Sawtooth Wilderness\, ITA will host a youth trail work project focused on improving access along the Little Queens and Queens River Trails. The crew will be based at the Queens River Trailhead\, camping beneath rugged granite peaks and dense forest\, with the river close by and sweeping Sawtooth views in every direction. Each day\, participants will head out to work on trail and return to camp in the evenings to relax\, share meals\, and take in one of Idaho's most scenic and remote landscapes.  \nTrail work will primarily involve cutting out downed logs and restoring passability along these routes- work that is both physically demanding and deeply rewarding. There is always more to clear in this area\, and the crew will contribute to a multi-year effort to reopen the full Queens River loop\, with additional ITA crews continuing later in the season. With guidance from crew leaders\, youth will also take part in daily camp life\, including meal setup and cleanup\, supporting the volunteer cook\, managing water and sanitation\, and accounting for tools. Volunteers will learn and follow Leave No Trace principles and project safety expectations while building practical skills\, teamwork\, and confidence in a true wilderness setting.   \nITA's youth projects are completely free for volunteers to join\, and all food is provided. Gear can be borrowed from ITA if needed with advance notice\, or youth may apply for scholarships to purchase gear they need through the Splattski Outdoor Access Fund.   \nProject information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See ourFAQs\, reach out to your crew leader\, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions.  \nTrails: Little Queens Trail #454\, Queens River Trail #458  \nItinerary: This is a five-day project. Volunteers and a parent/guardian will join a pre-trip Zoom meeting before the project. Meet Wednesday to caravan to camp\, set up camp\, go over trail and project safety. Thursday-Saturday\, work up Little Queens and Queens River Trails\, returning to camp each evening. Sunday\, clean up camp for pick up\, head home.   \nFood Provided by ITA: Yes – Cook   \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Car Camping\, Food Provided   \nCrew Leader: Terry Patterson and Mark Sugden  \nEstimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 3 hours from Idaho City  \nTrail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile for the Queens River Trail and Little Queens River Trail   \nYouth Trip Selection:   \nYouth trip sign-ups will be open until March 22nd. Although early sign-ups will be prioritized\, ITA leadership and staff may adjust the final crews to maximize trip experience and provide opportunities for the greatest number of youth participants. To help facilitate trip assignments\, please sign up for your preferred trip and include alternate trips you could participate in\, should the preferred trip not be available. You will receive notification of trip assignment via email prior to March 31st.  \nDifficulty Rating:  \nHike: 2/5 Moderate – Shorter hikes from camp\, up to three miles\, with only slight elevation gain/loss. Carrying tools and packs to work and back each day.  \nProject Work: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous – Focus on tree removal and basic trail maintenance. Digging\, swinging tools\, saw work\, and brushing.   \nVolunteer Spots Available: 4 of 12\nIf there are no volunteer spots available\, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project! \nWaitlist Signups: 0 \nSign Up×Sign Up\n \n \n Project Sign-up for Youth Projects\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Please fill out this application form for yourself (if over 18) or for your child. All of our Youth Trail Crew Projects this year will be determined through an application review. The crew leader for this project will be in touch soon to let you know if you or your child has been selected to attend this project. Please submit one form for each person in your group. This field is hidden when viewing the formNameParticipant InformationIs the participant under the age of 18?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n ITA newsletter*I would like my email address added to ITA's e-newsletter list to receive updates about trail projects and upcoming events.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Already on list\n Phone Number*Phone type*\n \n \n Cell phone\n \n \n \n Landline\n Interested in carpooling?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n If you check yes\, your crew leader will share your email address with others interested in carpooling for this projectParent/Guardian Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Phone Number*Birthday of participant*\n \n Month\n \n \n Day\n \n \n Year\n \n I give Idaho Trails Association permission to use photographs or video clips of me (if 18 or older)/my child in its promotional materials.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n ITA welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds and identities. If you would like\, share the participant's pronouns to help our crew leaders know how best to refer to the volunteer.Pronouns\n \n \n she/her/hers\n \n \n \n he/him/his\n \n \n \n they/them/theirs\n \n \n \n Prefer not to answer\n \n \n \n Other\n Medical InformationThis information is confidential and will only be used by the crew leader for the purposes of safety and preparedness for the project.\nAs of this time\, we are unable to accommodate food allergies with special meals but volunteers are welcome to bring their own food.Does the participant have a current physical injury or impairment ​that will or could affect their ability to hike and perform trail work?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Will the participant have difficulty hiking two miles or more with a pack weighing 15 pounds?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Is the participant currently receiving counseling services or physical therapy that may affect their safety or experience on a backcountry trail project?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Medical Conditions*Does the participant currently have any medical conditions that we should be aware of such as high blood pressure\, seizures\, bleeding disorders\, asthma\, chronic pain\, diabetes\, broken bones\, epilepsy\, etc.? If yes\, please list describe condition\, activity restrictions\, date of last occurrence\, and treatment.Allergies*Does the participant have any allergies (including allergies to medication\, foods\, insect bites/stings\, etc)? \nPlease list allergies.Medication*Is the participant currently taking any medication (including psychiatric\, over-the-counter\, or inhalers)? ​\nIf yes\, please list.Hospitalization*Has the participant been admitted to the hospital\, emergency department\, or urgent care within the past two years?\nIf yes\, please list date of visit\, reason\, and length of stay.Additional information*Additional comments about the participant's health.Emergency ContactCan be the same name listed under Parent/Guardian. Please do not list someone who will be on this project with you.Emergency Contact First*Emergency Contact Last Name*Relationship to participant*Emergency Contact Phone*Trail ExperienceWhat is the participant's comfort level with hiking and camping? We welcome all levels of experience to our projects. This information will help the crew leader to understand more about the volunteer before venturing into the backcountry. How would you describe the participant's hiking experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular hiker\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n How would you describe the participant's camping experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular camper\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n Has the participant been on any previous ITA trips? Which ones?*Trail ProjectIs this trip the participant’s first project choice? If this project isn’t available\, are there other projects the participant is interested in?*Is the participant hoping to attend a project with a sibling/friend? Please list here:*Is this trip to provide required volunteer hours to meet school requirements? Please explain any relevant details here:*What does the participant hope to gain from participating in the trip? We'd love this answer to be in the volunteer's words!*AgreementsDifficulty Rating*\n \n I understand the difficulty rating and I agree that to the best of my knowledge I am (if over 18) or my child is physically fit to perform the tasks without putting myself/themselves or others at risk.\n A few last things...How did you hear about this project?*Please choose oneFamily or friendITA emailITA websiteSocial mediaEventOtherWhere?Comments or questions:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-queens-youth/ LOCATION:Queens River Trailhead\, Sawtooth Wilderness CATEGORIES:Projects,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/IMG_6132.jpg GEO:43.84005;-115.18779 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Queens River Trailhead Sawtooth Wilderness;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Sawtooth Wilderness:geo:-115.18779,43.84005 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628 DTSTAMP:20260501T192334 CREATED:20260217T204447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154006Z UID:10001050-1782000000-1782604799@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Copper Creek - Youth DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Copper Creek – Youth   \nDates: June 21 – June 27   \nITA's Youth Trail Crew Program provides opportunities for youth ages 14-18 to learn about the outdoors while building and maintaining hiking trails in a safe\, teamwork-oriented environment.  \nAlong Idaho's Rapid River Wild and Scenic River\, ITA will host a weeklong youth trail project for ages 14–18\, focused on improving the Copper Creek and Trail Creek Trails. These routes climb out of the Rapid River corridor into the surrounding mountains\, offering rewarding views of big terrain. The crew will meet at the Rattlesnake Trailhead\, where Heaven's Gate Outfitters will provide pack support to transport food and some personal gear into a Heaven's Gate Outfitter camp. This camp—home to one of ITA's earliest youth projects—offers a scenic base with easy access to swimming and fishing in Rapid River just a short hike from camp.  \nITA's youth projects are completely free for volunteers to join\, and all food is provided. Gear can be borrowed from ITA if needed with advance notice\, or youth may apply for scholarships to purchase gear they need through the Splattski Outdoor Access Fund.   \nProject information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See our FAQs\, reach out to your crew leader\, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions.  \nTrails: Rattlesnake Trail #166\, Rapid River Trail #177\, Copper Creek Trail #190\, Trail Creek Trail #185.  \nItinerary: This is a Sunday–Saturday project. Parent and volunteer engagement begins with a pre-trip Zoom meeting for all volunteers well ahead of the project. On Sunday\, the crew will hike in and establish a backcountry base camp. Trail work will take place Monday through Friday\, with the crew working from camp and returning each afternoon\, and a potential mid-week rest or exploration day. On Saturday\, the outfitter will arrive and the group will pack up camp and hike back to the trailhead for pickup.  \nFood Provided by ITA: Yes – Cook   \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Pack Supported Projects\, Food Provided  \nCrew Leader: Taylor Mailly and Ted McManus   \nEstimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 20 minutes from Riggins   \nTrail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile  \nYouth Trip Selection:   \nYouth trip sign-ups will be open until March 22nd. Although early sign-ups will be prioritized\, ITA leadership and staff may adjust the final crews to maximize trip experience and provide opportunities for the greatest number of youth participants. To help facilitate trip assignments\, please sign up for your preferred trip and include alternate trips you could participate in\, should the preferred trip not be available. You will receive notification of trip assignment via email prior to March 31st.  \nDifficulty Rating:  \nHike: 4/5 Strenuous The hike to camp is approximately 6 miles. The hike out on the final day includes a steep uphill climb\, but the crew will plan an early departure to take advantage of cooler morning temperatures. Participants will carry day packs and tools\, with pack support assisting with heavier gear. See the linked map for the elevation profile.  \nProject Work: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous Trail work will include extensive brushing and tree and log removal\, along with digging and swinging tools to reestablish proper tread width and slope. Volunteers will carry day packs and tools while working from camp each day.   \nVolunteer Spots Available: 4 of 12\nIf there are no volunteer spots available\, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project! \nWaitlist Signups: 0 \nSign Up×Sign Up\n \n \n Project Sign-up for Youth Projects\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Please fill out this application form for yourself (if over 18) or for your child. All of our Youth Trail Crew Projects this year will be determined through an application review. The crew leader for this project will be in touch soon to let you know if you or your child has been selected to attend this project. Please submit one form for each person in your group. This field is hidden when viewing the formNameParticipant InformationIs the participant under the age of 18?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n ITA newsletter*I would like my email address added to ITA's e-newsletter list to receive updates about trail projects and upcoming events.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Already on list\n Phone Number*Phone type*\n \n \n Cell phone\n \n \n \n Landline\n Interested in carpooling?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n If you check yes\, your crew leader will share your email address with others interested in carpooling for this projectParent/Guardian Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Email Address*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Parent/Guardian Phone Number*Birthday of participant*\n \n Month\n \n \n Day\n \n \n Year\n \n I give Idaho Trails Association permission to use photographs or video clips of me (if 18 or older)/my child in its promotional materials.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n ITA welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds and identities. If you would like\, share the participant's pronouns to help our crew leaders know how best to refer to the volunteer.Pronouns\n \n \n she/her/hers\n \n \n \n he/him/his\n \n \n \n they/them/theirs\n \n \n \n Prefer not to answer\n \n \n \n Other\n Medical InformationThis information is confidential and will only be used by the crew leader for the purposes of safety and preparedness for the project.\nAs of this time\, we are unable to accommodate food allergies with special meals but volunteers are welcome to bring their own food.Does the participant have a current physical injury or impairment ​that will or could affect their ability to hike and perform trail work?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Will the participant have difficulty hiking two miles or more with a pack weighing 15 pounds?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Is the participant currently receiving counseling services or physical therapy that may affect their safety or experience on a backcountry trail project?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Medical Conditions*Does the participant currently have any medical conditions that we should be aware of such as high blood pressure\, seizures\, bleeding disorders\, asthma\, chronic pain\, diabetes\, broken bones\, epilepsy\, etc.? If yes\, please list describe condition\, activity restrictions\, date of last occurrence\, and treatment.Allergies*Does the participant have any allergies (including allergies to medication\, foods\, insect bites/stings\, etc)? \nPlease list allergies.Medication*Is the participant currently taking any medication (including psychiatric\, over-the-counter\, or inhalers)? ​\nIf yes\, please list.Hospitalization*Has the participant been admitted to the hospital\, emergency department\, or urgent care within the past two years?\nIf yes\, please list date of visit\, reason\, and length of stay.Additional information*Additional comments about the participant's health.Emergency ContactCan be the same name listed under Parent/Guardian. Please do not list someone who will be on this project with you.Emergency Contact First*Emergency Contact Last Name*Relationship to participant*Emergency Contact Phone*Trail ExperienceWhat is the participant's comfort level with hiking and camping? We welcome all levels of experience to our projects. This information will help the crew leader to understand more about the volunteer before venturing into the backcountry. How would you describe the participant's hiking experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular hiker\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n How would you describe the participant's camping experience?*\n \n \n New\n \n \n \n Some experience\n \n \n \n Regular camper\n \n \n \n Very experienced\n Has the participant been on any previous ITA trips? Which ones?*Trail ProjectIs this trip the participant’s first project choice? If this project isn’t available\, are there other projects the participant is interested in?*Is the participant hoping to attend a project with a sibling/friend? Please list here:*Is this trip to provide required volunteer hours to meet school requirements? Please explain any relevant details here:*What does the participant hope to gain from participating in the trip? We'd love this answer to be in the volunteer's words!*AgreementsDifficulty Rating*\n \n I understand the difficulty rating and I agree that to the best of my knowledge I am (if over 18) or my child is physically fit to perform the tasks without putting myself/themselves or others at risk.\n A few last things...How did you hear about this project?*Please choose oneFamily or friendITA emailITA websiteSocial mediaEventOtherWhere?Comments or questions:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-copper-creek-youth/ LOCATION:Rattlesnake Trailhead\, Rapid River Wild And Scenic River CATEGORIES:Projects,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/IMG_1506.jpg GEO:45.31152;-116.4033 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rattlesnake Trailhead Rapid River Wild And Scenic River;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Rapid River Wild And Scenic River:geo:-116.4033,45.31152 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR