24 Aug - 1 Sep Sep 2011, Wed - 2nd Thu. Cispus Pass. Gifford Pinchot NF: Cowlitz RD, near Packwood, WA. Work alongside an Americorps crew in the beautiful glacier-carved Cispus River valley with great views of Mt Adams and Mt St Helens! The work will be focused on armoring a number of small creek crossing and seeps, but will also include some general drainage maintenance. Meals, training, and safety equipment provided. Five volunteer positions are available; leaders will be NWSA Americorps staff. Camping is backcountry; pack stock assistance used for tools and kitchen supplies. Hiking distance to camp is 6 miles. Hiking distance to project site is 0.5 to 2 miles. Fitness Requirement: Level 3. Advanced fitness levels. Project may include backpacking, significant elevation change, strenuous work activities and/or need for prior backcountry experience. Suitable for fit volunteers looking for a physical challenge. Questions? Ready to register? Contact Merrit Hoeh, Tel.: 916-285-1838, Email: mhoeh@pcta.org .
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