2024 Yurt Trails Hennessey- Veterans

Volunteer Trail Work Project

2024 Yurt Trails Hennessey- Veterans

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In partnership with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, volunteers will spend a weekend maintaining trails in the Idaho City Yurt System. This area is known for its scenic views and wide variety of recreational activities all year long. We’ll work on clearing logs, brushing, repairing tread, and replacing trail signs. In the evening, volunteers have been invited to stay at the yurt together (each sleeps six) for some glamping and comradery.  More info on the yurts at the IDPR Yurt Website.

ITA’s Veterans trail projects provide an environment for active or retired service men and women to participate in mission-focused public land stewardship, learning trail maintenance skills and finding community with other veterans who love the outdoors!

Project 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.

Trails: Trails TBD based on need after the snow melts.

Itinerary: This is a weekend project. Crews can stay at the yurts starting Friday afternoon. Trail work all Saturday. Sunday– leave the yurt clean before heading out for another trail workday. Head home from the trail that afternoon.

Food Provided by ITA: No

Crew Leader: TBD

Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: About 40 minutes from Idaho City

Difficulty Rating

Hike in: 2/5 Moderate- Yurt trails are typically easy grade, with relatively low elevation gain. Exact mileage may vary but hiking 2-5 miles a day with tools and day packs.

Project: 2/5 Moderate- Project work will focus on brushing and work on the trail tread to ensure proper width and slope. Digging or swinging tools, bending or kneeling for light saw work and brushing.

Volunteer Spots Available: 3 of 12
If there are no volunteer spots available, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project!

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