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Horse Meadows Backcountry Camp

August 8 @ 4:30 pm - August 11 @ 1:00 pm


Cost: Free

Backcountry Camp on the TRT

Horse Meadows Backcountry Camp

Campout with us at Horse Meadows Trailhead and reroute the existing trail to restore drainage and trail sustainability for years to come.

What to Expect

This is an overnight trail work camp to improve the TRT connector trail called the Horse Meadows Trail off Highway 89 near Luther Pass. The trail crew will camp near the Horse Meadow Trailhead and work on the Horse Meadows Trail. Volunteers are invited to arrive at camp Thursday evening or Friday morning to start work on Friday morning. Horse Meadows Trailhead requires travel on Forest Service Road 51, Willow Creek Road, a 3.3-mile dirt and gravel backcountry road with some navigation around large potholes. A 4WD, high-clearance vehicle is recommended. There is little to no cell service in this area. An optional shuttle to camp from the TRTA office in Stateline, NV departs on Thursday at 4:30 PM. All meals are provided by the TRTA and prepared by a camp cook on site. Camping gear is not provided. Hard hats, tools, eye protection, and gloves are provided by the TRTA. This camp is rated moderate because trail work and camping require using tools and getting dirty.

What to Bring

Camping

  • Tent
  • Sleep system (sleeping bag, pad, and pillow)
  • Camp attire (comfortable, warm options and camp shoes)
  • Camp towel
  • Chair

Workday

  • Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.
  • Daypack with 3L water capacity
  • Long sleeve and pants
  • Durable, close-toed shoes or boots
  • Work gloves and eye protection (optional)

Schedule

Thursday, 8/8

-4:30 PM Optional shuttle from TRTA Office
-6:00 PM Dinner served at camp
-7:00 PM Self-shuttle arrival cutoff

Friday, 8/9

-8:00 AM Self-shuttle arrival cutoff
-9:00 AM Workday begins
-4:00 PM Workday ends
-Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided

Saturday, 8/10

-9:00 AM Workday begins
-4:00 PM Workday ends
-Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided

Sunday, 8/11

-9:00 AM Workday begins
-1:00 PM Workday ends, shuttle back to TRTA office
-Breakfast and lunch provided

No Experience Needed

Details

Start:
August 8 @ 4:30 pm
End:
August 11 @ 1:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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