Project Name: Needles Trail
Project Dates: July 23-26
We'll car camp at the serene Kennally Creek Campground along the creek in a mature forest. The trailhead starts right at camp, and we'll work up the Needles Route Pack trail, as it climbs high up to a ridge, traveling past White Rock and Stump Lake to Needles Summit. The first mile and a half from camp get more regular maintenance but past the trail junction we can expect some fun crosscut work! The crew may also find some larger water drainage issues, and can address this by digging new, or clearing existing drains on the first few miles of the trail before it climbs higher. This area hosts a network of motorized and nonmotorized trails reaching peaks and lakes for exploring all over this section of the Salmon River Mountains.
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: Needles Route Pack Trail #101
Itinerary: This is a four-day project. Meet Wednesday afternoon/evening, if possible, to set up camp and go over trail work basics and safety. Thursday – Saturday, work full days on the trails. Sunday, wrap up trail work in the morning, clean up camp, and head home.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Gear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Car Camping, Bring Your Own Food
Crew Leader: Alisa and Gregg Rettschlag and Dan Appel
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 1 hour from McCall
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.
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Volunteer Spots Available: 7 of 12
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Waitlist Signups: 0
