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:20260408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416 DTSTAMP:20260414T214749 CREATED:20260217T025220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T183644Z UID:10000977-1775606400-1776297599@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Middle Fork Salmon - Spring DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Middle Fork Salmon – Spring  \nProject Dates: April 8-15  \nThe Wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Salmon River is an iconic Idaho river for good reason. Part of the Idaho Centennial Trail\, backpackers\, hot spring enthusiasts\, equestrians\, and boaters all use this trail to access this incredible part of the Frank Church Wilderness. Volunteers will spend eight days immersed in this beautiful area!   \nAfter a scenic backcountry flight into Indian Creek airstrip\, we'll camp a few days nearby to work on some heavier trail rebuilds near Pungo Creek\, alongside Forest Service personnel. After this project\, we'll pack up and move camp east and work our way to the Thomas Creek airstrip. We'll address tread\, logout\, and brushing needs\, bumping camp along as we go. We'll have raft support to help bring our gear down over the week\, so hiking with just our day packs and tools! This fly-in project will give ITA volunteers unique access to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River and its tributaries!  \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: Middle Fork Trail #001  \nItinerary: This is an eight-day Wednesday to Wednesday project. Flying out of McCall early the first Wednesday to Indian Creek airstrip. Working and bumping camp along the Middle Fork to Thomas Creek the last Wednesday morning\, flying out from here back to civilization!   \nFood Provided by ITA: No – This project is eligible for backpacking food per diem.  More information here    \nGear Packing List: Crew leader will share more information on weight or bulk restrictions for the flights/raft support closer to the project. Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects with Pack Support  \nCrew Leader: Glenn Florence and Michelle Florence   \nEstimated Drive Time from Closest Town: Flying from McCall   \nTrail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile   \nRefundable deposit: $50   \nWhy 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 reservations. 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.   \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: 2/5 Moderate –  9.5 miles between airstrips\, and 8 days to hike it! The Middle Fork Trail loses elevation gradually\, with some steeper up and down sections but only a net of 300 feet elevation loss over the whole stretch. See the linked map for the elevation profile.  \nProject Work: 4/5 Strenuous -Treadwork\, brushing\, and logout. Potential for some larger tread reconstruction projects alongside the Forest Service\, digging and swinging tools\, improving creek crossings. The weather in April can be unpredictable so please pack accordingly!  \nVolunteer Spots Available: 0 of \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 Waitlist Sign-up\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n This is a waitlist signup form not a signup to register for the project. Please add each person that wants to attend to the waitlist. 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URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-middle-fork-salmon-spring/ LOCATION:Indian Creek USFS Airport\, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness CATEGORIES:General,Projects ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/20250619_080524.jpg GEO:44.7613;-115.10732 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Indian Creek USFS Airport Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness:geo:-115.10732,44.7613 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260414T214749 CREATED:20260217T204446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154643Z UID:10001048-1783814400-1784419199@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Indian Creek - Youth DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Indian Creek – Youth   \nDates: July 12 – 18   \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 fly-in youth project offers a rare opportunity to experience Idaho's backcountry from the air while contributing to meaningful trail stewardship along the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. Youth crew members will spend a week living and working in the Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness\, focusing on reopening sections of the Indian Creek Trail. The trail follows Indian Creek through open meadows and past natural hot springs\, tucked beneath the rugged peaks of the Salmon River Mountains. This corridor is an important access route for wilderness users exploring the Middle Fork and surrounding backcountry.  \nThe crew will depart from McCall and fly into the Indian Creek backcountry airstrip\, then hike to a base camp near the river. Each day\, participants will work up the Indian Creek Trail clearing brush and removing downed trees using hand tools\, including crosscut saws. Conditions vary year to year\, but youth should expect physical work and increasing trail challenges the farther the crew travels from camp. Fly-in projects are limited\, and priority is given to ITA Youth Program alumni.  \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: Indian Creek Trail #225  \nItinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project. Volunteers and a parent/guardian will join a pre-trip Zoom meeting before the project. On Sunday\, fly out of McCall and set up camp along the Middle Fork of the Salmon. Work all week\, starting up Indian Creek and then continuing based on water crossings. On Saturday morning\, fly back to McCall forpick up.   \nFood Provided by ITA: Yes – Backpacking   \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects  \nCrew Leader: Jess Evett and James Grantham  \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- The trail closely follows Indian Creek and is generally an easy grade with rolling ups and downs typical of a river corridor\, but little overall elevation gain. Youth should be prepared for multiple creek crossings\, including feeder streams that may require taking boots off depending on water levels.   \nProject Work: 4/5 Strenuous– Trail work will focus heavily on brushing to clear overgrown sections\, with some crosscut saw work to remove downed trees. The crew will also address drainage issues as needed to help protect the trail corridor. Participants should expect physically demanding days\, teamwork\, and hands-on skill building in a remote wilderness setting.  \nVolunteer Spots Available: 0 of \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 Waitlist Sign-up\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n This is a waitlist signup form not a signup to register for the project. Please add each person that wants to attend to the waitlist. If a spot becomes available then an admin will reach out to you.Project WaitlistWaitlist Participant InformationName*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\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 Thank you for your interest volunteering for this ITA trail project!\n\nWhen you click "submit" you will be added to the waitlist.\n\nIf a spot opens up then an admin will reach out to you about signing up.\n\nThis is a waitlist signup and you are not registered to attend the project. If a spot becomes available then an admin will reach out to you.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-indian-creek-youth/ LOCATION:Indian Creek USFS Airport\, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness CATEGORIES:Projects,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/20250612_091028.jpg GEO:44.7613;-115.10732 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Indian Creek USFS Airport Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness:geo:-115.10732,44.7613 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004 DTSTAMP:20260414T214749 CREATED:20260217T025549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T203016Z UID:10001010-1790467200-1791071999@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Indian Creek DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Indian Creek \nDates: September 27-October 3 \nOn this fall fly-in project ITA volunteers will spend a week in the backcountry opening the Indian Creek Trail. This trail follows the creek through meadows and hot springs and sits below several peaks of the Salmon River Mountains. These trails are used by hunters\, boaters\, horse packers\, and backpackers wanting to explore the Middle Fork of the Salmon and the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. An ITA crew will be here earlier in the year to address the first few miles\, and we’ll continue where they left off and push further into the wilderness! \nWe’ll will fly into the Indian Creek backcountry airstrip along the Middle Fork. From here pack support is tentatively available to bring us further up trail\, to a base camp about 3.5 miles up the trail near the Middle Fork of Indian Creek. In years past\, the trail was passable but very brushy\, and the further up trail the more crosscut work is to be done! At the end of the week\, we’ll backpack down to the Middle Fork for our flights back to civilization. \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: Indian Creek Trail #225 \nItinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project. Sunday\, fly out and hike up to base camp along Indian Creek. On Friday afternoon\, return to camp near the airstrip for Saturday morning pickup and fly back to Cascade. \nFood Provided by ITA: No \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects \nCrew Leader: Mark Sugden and Terry Paterson \nEstimated Drive Time from Closest Town: Flying out of Cascade \nTrail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile \nRefundable deposit: $50 \nWhy 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 reservations. 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. \nDifficulty Rating \nHike: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous – 3.5 miles with only 500 feet elevation gain into camp. Hiking while carrying heavy packs and tools\, with pack support only for the hike into camp. See the linked map for the elevation profile. \nProject Work: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous – Lots of saw work\, brushing\, and some tread work. You can expect a wide range of weather conditions in late September\, please pack accordingly. \nVolunteer Spots Available: 0 of \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 Waitlist Sign-up\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n This is a waitlist signup form not a signup to register for the project. Please add each person that wants to attend to the waitlist. If a spot becomes available then an admin will reach out to you.Project WaitlistWaitlist Participant InformationName*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\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 Thank you for your interest volunteering for this ITA trail project!\n\nWhen you click "submit" you will be added to the waitlist.\n\nIf a spot opens up then an admin will reach out to you about signing up.\n\nThis is a waitlist signup and you are not registered to attend the project. If a spot becomes available then an admin will reach out to you.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/event/2026-indian-creek/ LOCATION:Indian Creek USFS Airport\, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness CATEGORIES:General,Projects ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/PXL_20250527_211936868.MP_.jpg GEO:44.7613;-115.10732 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Indian Creek USFS Airport Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness:geo:-115.10732,44.7613 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR