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Ice Age Trail Crew - Trailbuilding - Blue Hills Segment, Rusk County 2025

August 13 - August 17

What You'll Help Do:

Continue the Trail reroute through the Blue Hills. Expect chainsaw, rock, and tread work during phase two of this exciting project.

Project Area Map Coming Soon!

All Talents and Abilities Welcome!

There's a role for volunteers of all ages and abilities. And no experience is necessary to participate. Friendly Alliance staff and certified volunteer crew leaders provide hands-on training to get you started immediately.

Registration: Coming Soon....

Schedule:

Your contribution of time and energy is welcome for any part of the event.

The event begins Wednesday, August 13, and concludes on Sunday, August 17. Trail construction activities begin each day around 8:00 a.m. and typically wrap up by 4:30 p.m. On Sunday, work ends by noon.

Meals and Checking in at Base Camp/Volunteer Check In Information:

  • Volunteers should report each day to Base Camp (TBA at registration).
  • A light breakfast will be provided, along with dinner, for volunteers staying overnight.

What to Bring:

  • Lunch for each day you are on site.
  • Long-sleeve shirts and pants for trail work; mud boots if you have them, may come in handy.
  • A hat, gaiter, and head net.
  • Plan for variable weather - bring warm layers and rain gear.
  • Sturdy hiking or work boots (no tennis shoes) and leather work gloves.
  • Day pack, water bottles, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
  • Gear for camping if you're staying overnight. (If you prefer, you may arrange lodging in area hotels, too.)

Questions?

Please contact the Trail Team via email (TrailTeam@iceagetrail.org) or the Ice Age Trail Alliance office (800-227-0046).

We hope to see you!

Get the complete schedule of Ice Age Trail Crew events!

Organizer

Ice Age Trail - Blue Hills Chapter
Email
TrailTeam@iceagetrail.org

Venue

Ice Age Trail TBA Base Camp
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Phone
800-227-0046