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:20260426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTSTAMP:20260418T031030 CREATED:20260217T025220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T154350Z UID:10000979-1777161600-1777766399@idahotrailsassociation.org SUMMARY:2026 Loon Creek DESCRIPTION:Project Name: Loon Creek  \nProject Dates: April 26 – May 2  \nDeep in the heart of the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness\, volunteers will spend a week brushing and clearing the trail along Loon Creek. This trail is an important access point to the Wilderness for boaters\, backpackers\, backcountry pilots\, and hot springs enthusiasts exploring the Middle Fork and an important connecting trail for hunters and outfitters.  \nStarting at Lower Loon airstrip along the Middle Fork Salmon River\, we'll camp near the river for a night or two before potentially bumping camp further in\, brushing and clearing up as far as we can over the week. The trail follows the creek through the lush drainage; brushing and rock removal is the priority. As time allows\, we can work on the Middle Fork East Trail doing treadwork and log out as well.  \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: Loon Creek Trail #4101  \nItinerary: This is a Sunday-Saturday weeklong project. Sunday morning\, fly out of Cascade. Work all week\, bumping camp along as needed. By Friday afternoon\, return to camp near the airstrip (or hot springs?) for Saturday morning pickup and flight back.  \nFood Provided by ITA: No – This project is eligible for backpacking food per diem.  More information here    \nGear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects  \nCrew Leader: Alisa Rettschlag and Gregg Rettschlag   \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  \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: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous – Loon Creek climbs steadily as it gets further from the Middle Fork\, but only about 1000 net elevation gain and loss over 10 miles. Hiking carrying trail tools and all personal gear. See the linked map for the elevation profile.  \nProject Work: 3/5 Moderately Strenuous –  Brushing and some tread work. Potential for some saw work.  You can expect a wide range of weather conditions in April; 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. 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-loon-creek/ LOCATION:Lower Loon Creek Airport\, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness CATEGORIES:Featured Projects,General,Projects ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://idahotrailsassociation.org/images/2026/02/IMG_3011.jpg GEO:44.80935;-114.80953 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lower Loon Creek Airport Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness:geo:-114.80953,44.80935 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR