Join the TRTA as we reconstruct the PCT/TRT deep in Desolation Wilderness. Our work will focus on constructing stone steps and armoring drains to combat erosion near Heather Lake.
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Desolation Wilderness Backcountry Camp – Heather Lake
July 15 @ 7:00 am - July 18 @ 4:00 pm
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What to Expect
This Wilderness Backpacking Camp in Desolation Wilderness requires a 5-mile climb to the campsite while carrying all your gear, food, and supplies to camp out and work for four days. Bear-proof food storage, such as a bear keg, is required (bear hangs are not allowed). TRTA will provide bear canisters. This is an authentic wilderness camp; volunteers should have some backpacking experience. Meals will be provided but prepared on personal backpacking stoves. This camp is rated Most Strenuous (but most rewarding!).
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What to Bring
Camping
- Backpacking Tent
- Sleep system (sleeping bag, pad, and small pillow)
- Camp attire (comfortable, warm options and camp shoes)
- Camp towel
- Cookset- personal stove, pot, utensils
Workday
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.
- Daypack (or use backpacking pack) with 3-4 L water capacity
- Long sleeve shirt and pants
- Durable, close-toed shoes or boots
- Work gloves and eye protection (optional)
Schedule
Monday, 7/15
- 7:00 AM shuttle from TRTA Office
- 8:00 AM Hike in and establish camp + half day of work
- 4:00 PM Workday Ends
- Provided: Dinner
Tuesday, 7/16
- 9:00 AM Workday begins
- 4:00 PM Workday ends
- Provided: Breakfast and Dinner
Wednesday, 7/17
- 9:00 AM Workday begins
- 4:00 PM Workday ends
- Provided: Breakfast and Dinner
Thursday, 7/18
- 9:00 AM Workday begins
- 1:00 PM Workday ends and hike back to TH
- 4:00 PM Arrive at TRTA office
- Provided: Breakfast
Who to Bring
Wilderness Backpacking Camps require previous backpacking experience, preferably at altitude in the Sierra Nevada. This is not an appropriate opportunity for people looking to spend their first night in a tent. Minors aged 16+ are welcome so long as a parent or legal guardian accompanies them. Please fill out the Parent/Guardian Permission Form in such a case Parent/Guardian Permission Form.
Come out and help build some great trails!
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