Description:
The Blues Crew has worked hard this season to improve major portions of the Lick Creek trail. A work party on October 6 completed enhancing a portion of the mid-section of the trail and identified a number of additional problems. A scouting party in advance will identify and flag key work areas. 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.
Work to accomplish:
Major brush work
Tread repair
Note:
Pets are not to accompany volunteers on a Blues Crew work party due to work safety concerns.
Exertion Level:
Moderate to difficult
Schedule:
8:00 am – Meet at USFS parking lot on Rose Street in Walla Walla.
8:15 am – Depart for Lick Creek Trail via Corporation Trailhead.
9:00 am – Arrive at trailhead. Orientation and safety briefing.
Noon – Bring your own lunch.
4 pm – Work complete. Discussion and beverages at trailhead. Return to Walla Walla.
What to wear: You cannot participate if you do not dress appropriately
Boots – no sneakers or sandals
Long pants
Long-sleeved shirt
Gloves
Eye protection (glasses, sun glasses)
Ticks can be present: DEET for self, permethrin for clothes
What to bring:
Lunch & snacks
Water (we recommend at least 64 oz)
"Leave No Trace": Please come prepared to pack out your toilet paper in a sealed plastic bag.
Blues Crew Supplied:
Safety gear
First aid kit
Hard hat
Tools
Blues Crew Lead: Greg Brown
Lick Creek
https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7056675/lick-creek-trail-3070
PLEASE NOTE** This work will be done in the North Fork Umatilla Wilderness, wilderness restrictions apply.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umatilla/specialplaces/?cid=stelprdb5428929
What to Expect
We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary.