Project Name: Two Lakes
Dates: August 17-23
For those looking for a wild and remote adventure in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, this challenging project will have volunteers flying into the remote Fisk Lake Airstrip, backpack up to Two Lakes, and work for a week here on a section of the Idaho Centennial Trail!
Because of its remoteness and difficulty to maintain, this is a tough section for hikers to navigate on the nearly 1000-mile-long ICT. Downed trees and spotty tread in some areas make travel difficult. With the added urgency from a wildfire that impacted the area last year, it’s important a crew goes in this year to start clearing downed trees and address any drainage issues present. Opening this section is not just a benefit for long-distance hikers (who greatly appreciate our efforts) but these trails could be used by horse packers, hunters, and backpackers coming up from Highway 12 or Fish Lake Airstrip once clear!
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: Rhoda Creek Trail #620, Eagle Mountain Trail #206
Itinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project. Sunday, fly out of either Grangeville or McCall, and begin hiking up to the first camp. Work all week, return to base camp near Two Lakes. Friday begin hike out to Wilderness Gateway, shuttle back to McCall Saturday.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Crew Leader: Clay Jacobson
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: Flying out of a town
Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile
Refundable deposit: $50
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.
Difficulty Rating
You 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.
Volunteer Spots Available: 4 of 8
If there are no volunteer spots available, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project!
Waitlist Signups: 0
