Project Name: Elkhorn Yurt – Women in the Wild
Dates: September 20-21
ITA’s Women in the Wild trail projects are designed to create a supportive, empowering, and fun environment where women can learn new skills, build confidence, and connect with others who share a love for the outdoors. These all-female trail crews provide a unique space for volunteers to work together, gain hands-on experience in trail maintenance, and make a lasting impact on Idaho’s public lands.
This is the third year that ITA and Idaho Parks and Recreation have partnered to help clear and open trails in the Idaho City Yurt trail system. This area is known for its scenic views and wide variety of recreational activities all year long. We’ll spend a weekend working mostly on clearing logs and brushing with potential for some tread repair and replacing trail signs. In the evening, volunteers have been invited to stay at the Elkhorn Yurt (sleeps six, lots of tent spots around too) for some glamping and camaraderie. More info on the yurts at the IDPR Yurt Website.
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, but all accessed from the yurt.
Itinerary: This is a weekend project. Crews can stay at the yurt starting Friday afternoon. Trail work all Saturday. Sunday–leave the yurt clean before heading out for another trail workday. Head home Sunday afternoon.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Crew Leader: Kirsten Severud ,Deb Baca, and Kim White
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: About 40 minutes from Idaho City
Refundable deposit: $25
Why do I need to pay a deposit? We’ve had trouble with people backing out of trips at the last minute which can really affect the productivity of the overall project. By charging a refundable fee, volunteers are less likely to cancel their reservation. Refunds will not be given to volunteers that do not show up or cancel their reservation. Exceptions will be made for medical reasons or unforeseen circumstances. Volunteers can choose to donate the deposit to ITA. All donations are tax-deductible and will go towards maintaining trails throughout Idaho. If you require assistance in paying for this fee, please contact us at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org and we will waive the cost.
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