Trip Overview
Join BMLT Blues Crew for a trail work party on Nine Mile Trail #3072.
The Nine Mile Trail extends west-east from near Corporation east of Mission on the Umatilla River in the Umatilla National Forest and traverses the North Fork Umatilla River Wilderness. At its western end, the Umatilla Forks Campground is nearby, and dispersed camping near Shamrock Springs at its eastern end on the Umatilla Rim is available. Our team of volunteers works annually on this trail to keep it clear and available for all ages.
Be a part of this exciting volunteer opportunity! We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference. No experience is necessary.
Learn more about this section of trail here.
Volunteer work to accomplish:
Tread work
Erosion Prevention
Brush removal
Cutting and removal of downed timber
General cleanup
What it takes to do this work party
No experience is necessary—bring a great attitude for working with a team! Blues Crew leaders will provide training and tools as needed.
Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain.
Recommended for ages 14 and older; participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult with a signed parental consent form
Trip Notes:
Pets are not to accompany volunteers on a BMLT Blues Crew work party due to work safety concerns.
There is NO cell service in the area.
Schedule:
SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 24
7:45 am - Meet at USFS Umatilla Walla Walla Ranger District office on Rose Street, Walla Walla. We will carpool/caravan from there.
8:00 am - Depart for Nine Mile trailhead near Shamrock Springs.
9:30 am - Arrive at trailhead. Orientation, equipment distribution, safety briefing. Begin trail work.
Noon - lunch
3:30 pm - Debrief & celebration beverages.
5:00 pm - Return to Walla Walla or home
What to bring:
Lightweight day pack
Water bottle (2 liters recommended)
Rain gear & layers for wet/cold weather
Hat & sun protection
Lunch/snacks
What to wear:
Boots – no sneakers or sandals
Long pants and long-sleeved shirt
Gaiters for wet/dusty trails
Work gloves and eye protection (glasses, sunglasses)
Ticks can be present: bring DEET for self, Permethrin for clothes
Blues Crew Supplied: Safety gear, first aid kit, hard hat, tools
For more information, contact us at blues-crew@bmlt.org or 509-525-3136. Please reach out to us if financial assistance is needed. Work Party Leader will be Chris Howard.
BMLT Blues Crew activities take place on the ancestral lands of the Cayuse, Walla Walla, Umatilla, and Nez Perce. We honor their stewardship of these lands in the past, present, and future.