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Blues Crew Work Party: Lick Creek #3070

  • Walla Walla Rangers District Office 1415 West Rose Street Walla Walla, WA, 99362 United States (map)

Description:                        

   The Blues Crew has worked hard this season to improve major portions of the Lick Creek trail.  This work party will attempt to complete the trail improvements to the mid-section of the lower trail.  The work area will be reached from the Umatilla River Road near Corporation. There will be a 1.5+ mile hike up to the work area from the trailhead.  Note that the work area is in a densely wooded area with shade.

·     Major brush work

·     Tread repair

·     Removal of tree fall and logs

·     Placement of trail signs

 

Note:   Pets are not to accompany volunteers on a Blues Crew work party due to work safety concerns.

 

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What to Expect

We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary.

 

For morning information about the trail visit the Hiking Project page.

Exertion Level:                      

Moderate to difficult

Schedule

7:30 am – Meet at USFS parking lot on Rose Street in Walla Walla

7:45 am –Depart for Corporation and Lick Creek Trailhead

9:00 am – Arrive Trailhead.  Orientation and safety briefing

Noon – Bring your own lunch

3 pm – Work complete.  Discussion and beverages at trailhead.  Return to Walla Walla.

Planning Information

Get ready adventure!

Blues Crew Lead                Greg Brown

What it Takes to Do This Work Party

  • No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! USFS provides the training and tools you need

  • Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain

  • Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18

What to Wear

  • Boots - no sneakers or sandals

  • Long pants

  • Leather gloves

  • Long-sleeved shirt

  • Eye protection recommended (glasses, sunglasses or safety glasses)

  •  Ticks can be present:  DEET for self, permethrin for clothes

A hard hat will be provided by BMLT. For safety reasons, shorts and sneakers are not allowed.

What to Bring

  • Lunch and plenty of water

  • Rain jacket and pants

  • A pack to carry your personal gear

  • A sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!

  • "Leave No Trace":   Please come prepared to pack out your toilet paper in a sealed plastic bag

Firearms and weapons are not allowed.

Pets are not to accompany volunteers on a Blues Crew work party due to work safety concerns

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