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SUMMARY:Apache Kid Wilderness 1 (Magdalena RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS:  \nFlickr API error: Invalid API Key (Key has invalid format)\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join NMVFO on a two-day\, two-night project along the Apache Kid Trail #43. Come prepared to clear numerous downed trees and brush back a four-mile segment of Apache Kid. We will start out Saturday morning from our base camp at Springtime Campground\, working our way up to the San Mateo Peak spur trail. Time permitting\, we will also tackle a one-mile segment of the close by but less-traveled Shipman Trail #50\, part of the Grand Enchantment Trail network\, which needs some love—additional log clearing\, lopping\, and tread improvements. The project will require a strenuous hike in and out each day\, but there will also be plenty of lighter work to keep us busy within a couple of miles of our base camp for those who find the hiking intimidating. NMVFO will provide dinner on Friday night\, breakfast and dinner on Saturday\, and breakfast on Sunday morning. Volunteers should bring packed lunches to eat along the trail on Saturday and Sunday. Volunteers are encouraged to join us on Friday night for an early start on Saturday\, but are welcome to join on Saturday morning as schedules allow. \nNMVFO will supply the tools for the project. \nNMVFO will be practicing the then current COVID-19 protocols on this project. Specific details will be provided prior to the start of the project. \nReminder: Pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nPlease sign up by October 8\, 2021. \nMeeting Location: Springtime Campground\, Latitude: 33.57472062\, Longitude: -107.4039569. Springtime Campground is straightforward to navigate to on Forest Road 225. It is reachable in a passenger car\, but a vehicle with AWD/4WD and moderate off-road capability would be most comfortable. 
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/apache-kid-wilderness-1/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anna Flessner":MAILTO:a.flessner@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051556
CREATED:20210116T204822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T155008Z
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SUMMARY:Apache Kid Wilderness 2 Backpack (Magdalena RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Seven volunteers hiked from Springtime Campground to a base camp near San Mateo Spring for a three day project. We cleared 34 blowdowns from Cowboy Trail\, 61 blowdowns and improved trail visibility on Shipman Trail\, and almost finished lopping Apache Kid Trail from the intersection with Shipman down to the campground.\n \n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\n  \n  \nDescription: Join NMVFO on an unsupported backpack project (which means: bring and cook your own food\, help carry in all tools) on the Apache Kid Trail #43 and/or Shipman Trail #50 in the Apache Kid Wilderness. The exact work will depend on the progress of Apache Kid 1 Project the previous week\, and the work of Wilderness Rangers during the summer. This wilderness has had several recent burns\, so a large number of blowdowns need to be cleared. Shipman is disappearing\, and needs treadwork\, cairns\, and lopping to make the trail visible. Expect to hike 5 or more miles each day in challenging steep terrain. A scouting report and photos should give you a better idea of what we will encounter. \nWe expect to begin hiking back to our cars on Sunday\, October 24\, mid-morning. \nMeeting Location: Springtime Campground\, Latitude: 33.57472062\, Longitude: -107.4039569. Springtime Campground is straightforward to navigate to on Forest Road 225. It is reachable in a passenger car\, but a vehicle with AWD/4WD and moderate off-road capability would be most comfortable. Google Maps link. \nDifficulty: 4 Pulaskis \nGroup Size: 10 \nPlease bring:\n• Your own face mask and work gloves (required)\, long pants\, long-sleeved shirts\, sturdy boots\, as required by the Forest Service. NMVFO/Forest Service will provide the tools and hard hats.\n• Eye protection (sunglasses)\n• A packing list will be provided in an update to this listing. Bring a backpack\, tent\, sleeping bag and sleeping pad\, water bottles\, sufficient meals.  An outfitter will cache a supply of water for us near our campsite. We will supply group water filters just in case\, but you can also bring your own. \nCurrent Covid-19 protocols will be enforced. Details will be provided prior to the start of the project. \nPlease note that pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at our Volunteer FAQ’s\, or email the project leader. If you need any backpacking equipment\, please email the project leader\, who will be glad to help. \nPlease read our volunteer guidelines before signing up for this project. \nPlease sign up by October 15\, 2021. \nThis project is full but you can still sign up to be put on the waitlist. \nGet on the Waitlist
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/apache-kid-wilderness-2/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211027T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051557
CREATED:20211015T203455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T134216Z
UID:4446-1635325200-1635348600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Dalton Creek Restoration Project (Pecos RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Eleven NMVFO volunteers cut over 300 willow sticks and planted them in 60 auger holes to help restore a wetlands area along Dalton Creek\, a tributary to the Pecos River.  The wetlands had been damaged by a recent large flood. The volunteers also planted and raked in native grass seed on over 16\,000 square feet of disturbed areas\, a two-track that was being closed\, and a former camping area. \n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join NMVFO for a wetland restoration project along Dalton Creek\, a tributary of the Pecos River. We’ll be planting native willows\, grasses\, and other plants around a reconstructed beaver pond. The wetland and former beaver ponds were damaged by a large flood several years ago and are being restored by the Upper Pecos Watershed Association. \nWe will meet on October 27th at 9:00 am at the parking lot at the intersection of Forest Roads (FR) 123 and 123A. The turnoff onto FR 123 is about 5.5 miles north of the town of Pecos on Highway 63. The parking lot is about 1.5 miles up FR123. From the parking lot we will carpool to the beaver pond. \nPlease bring a day pack with lunch\, snacks\, rain gear\, and plenty of water. The Forest Service requires that workers wear work gloves\, long pants\, long-sleeved shirts\, and sturdy boots. NMVFO will provide the tools and hard hats (if needed). \nCurrent Covid-19 protocols will be in effect; details will be provided prior to the start of the project. \nPlease note that pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 25 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/dalton-creek-restoration-project-pecos-rd/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211031T170000
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CREATED:20210915T101554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T010126Z
UID:4360-1635494400-1635699600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Class
DESCRIPTION:Description: The US Forest Service will be putting on a 3-day CPR/AED/Blood Borne Pathogen (BBP) & Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course\, October 29-31. All three days of training will be held at the New Mexico Bureau of Geology & Mineral Resources in Socorro. This will be a full 3 days of class plus outside hands-on exercises. Certification will be granted by the American Health and Safety Institute upon successful completion. CPR/AED/WFA certification will be valid for two years\, blood borne pathogens for one. \nThere is no fee for the course\, and space is limited to 20 participants. Priority will be given to current paid NMVFO members and/or active volunteers (participating in at least one project this season). Early registration for NMVFO members/volunteers will end October 1. Any remaining seats will be opened up to other active US Forest Service volunteer partners (BCH\, FOSM\, NM Wild\, NM SAR\, etc.). \nSpecific details on what to bring\, start/end times\, etc.\, will be sent to all participants at a later date (likely 8AM-5pm each day). Please contact Nick Tenorio at n.tenorio@nmvfo.org if you have any questions. \nDifficulty:  Pulaski \nGroup Size: 20 – We have reached our maximum number allowed for this class.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/wilderness-first-aid-class/
CATEGORIES:Class,Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nick Tenorio":MAILTO:n.tenorio@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051557
CREATED:20210821T220038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T155227Z
UID:4212-1636135200-1636293600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:San Lorenzo Canyon (BLM Socorro)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: 18 volunteers constructed over a mile of new trail along the south rim of San Lorenzo Canyon\, while camping at the nearby cottonwood grove.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Come join us as we build new trail and convert user trail for 2 miles on BLM land along scenic San Lorenzo Canyon outside of Socorro NM. The drive to the camping area (Google Maps does not understand the canyon\, so we will flag the route.) is on 5 miles of dirt road with intermittent loose sand\, normally passable in passenger cars with sufficient care. \nYou are welcome to join us on Friday evening for car-camping– bring your own dinner. Saturday breakfast and dinner and Sunday breakfast will be provided by NMVFO cooks. Bring your own pack lunches for Saturday and Sunday. If you live nearby and do not wish to car-camp\, that is fine — just let the project leader know. \nDifficulty:  Pulaskis \nGroup Size: 24 \nCurrent Covid-19 protocols will be observed. Details will be provided prior to the start of the project. \nPlease bring:\n• Your own work gloves (required) and face mask\n• Eye protection (sunglasses)\n• Gloves\, long pants\, long-sleeved shirts and sturdy boots are required. \nNMVFO/BLM will provide the tools\, and hard hats are not required. \nPlease note that pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at our Volunteer FAQ’s\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines  before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/san-lorenzo-canyon/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051557
CREATED:20211020T130350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T140023Z
UID:4454-1636534800-1636556400@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Carlito Springs (Bernalillo County Open Space)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Twenty NMVFO volunteers and three Bernalillo County Open Space personnel completed nearly 200 feet of tread improvements along .6 mile of trail\, brushed back foliage along 3/4 mile\, and built 10 drainage structures and a retaining wall at Carlito Springs Open Space. \n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Come join us on a Wednesday project at BernCo’s Carlito Springs Open Space. The property is currently closed to the public until Spring 2022\, so this will be a fun opportunity to have the trail to ourselves. We’ll meet there at 9:00 AM (exact location TBD) and hike in with tools ~3/4 mile to our work site(s). We’ll stop for lunch around noon and begin our hike out around 2:00 PM. Tasks for the day will include tread repair and building a crib wall. Required: work gloves\, eye protection (sunglasses)\, boots and long pants. Please bring a long-sleeved shirt as well\, and a day pack with lunch\, snacks\, sunblock and water (and rain gear if applicable). \nA reminder that pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 – This number has been reached.  To be added to the waitlist\, please use the button below. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/carlito-springs-bernalillo-county-open-space/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20211113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20211114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051557
CREATED:20211006T042337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T205934Z
UID:4416-1636794000-1636905600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Emory Pass South (Gila NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Six NMVFO volunteers made tread improvements along 1.5 miles of the Black Range Crest Trail #79 south of Emory Pass in the Gila NF\, partnering with volunteers from the Gila Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen who removed logs and brushed back encroaching vegetation on the Crest Trail and trail #796 nearby.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Come join us at beautiful Emory Pass in the Gila as we partner with the Back Country Horsemen of NM\, Gila Chapter\, for trail maintenance on Crest Trail #79\, south of the pass. Volunteers have the option of working one or both days over the weekend of November 13-14. Those who work both days are encouraged to camp with the group at the nearby Iron Creek Campground. Note that on this project volunteers will supply all of their own food. The campground has pit toilets but no water. Tent sites are available and there is space in the parking area for RV’s. As a reminder\, pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nWe will mainly be doing tread work\, with some brushing and lopping thrown in. We could be hiking up to 1.5 miles to reach the work site(s) each day. Tools and hard hats will be provided. For work during the day\, please bring a day pack with sunblock\, rain gear\, clothing layers\, lunch\, snacks\, and plenty of water. Work gloves\, long pants\, long sleeves\, boots and eye protection (sunglasses) are required. For camping\, bring a warm sleeping bag; it will be cold! 🙂 Any questions\, feel free to contact the project leader\, Jenny B.  Hope you can join us! \nSign up below by Tuesday\, November 9. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/emory-pass-south-gila-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051558
CREATED:20220121T164202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T161711Z
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SUMMARY:North Field Loop Trail (Valle de Oro NWR)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: For the first project of NMVFO’s 40th Anniversary Year\, we improved the North Field Loop Trail at the Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, the Southwest’s first urban wildlife refuge. A team of 17 NMVFO Volunteers\, including 14 current and former Board members\, and Valle de Oro staff cleared over 2000 feet of trail by leveling and defining tread\, clearing debris and invasive vegetation. We also cleared an adjoining acequia of debris and vegetation. A great crew with McClouds and rakes made for a great start to the 2022 project season.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: The Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge is the Southwest’s first urban wildlife refuge. It serves as an oasis for both wildlife and people. Established in 2012\, the refuge is beginning to transition from agriculture fields to a diversity of native habitats and visitor amenities. We will improve the North Field Loop Trail by leveling and defining tread\, clearing debris and invasive vegetation. We will also clear an adjoining acequia and install signs as time permits. We will meet in the Valle de Oro Visitor Center parking lot at 8:00 AM to sign in. Dakota Dominguez\, Valle de Oro Park Ranger\, will present a short talk on the refuge. We will then proceed by car caravan to the work site to review the planned work and conduct a safety briefing. \nVolunteers must wear sturdy boots (preferred) or shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, eye protection and work gloves. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. Bring a hat\, sun protection\, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. Also bring a day pack with water\, snacks\, lunch\, and other necessities. We plan to finish work by 4:00 PM. \nPandemic protocols: Covid-safe practices will apply. All participants will be required to wear masks when working in close proximity to others. The volunteer group will not exceed 20 participants. The Visitors’ Center restroom facilities will be open; masks will be required to enter. Registrants will be updated by email in the week(s) before the project with the latest information. If you are not feeling well on the day of the project\, please text the Project Leader at 505-314-3374. \nDirections: Valle de Oro is located approximately 10 miles south of Albuquerque’s Big I. Coming from the North\, take Interstate 25 South to Rio Bravo (Exit 220). Go West on Rio Bravo\, then South on Broadway for approximately 2.25 miles. Turn West on Desert\, cross the Railrunner Tracks\, then turn South on 2nd Street. The entrance to Valle de Oro will be on your right in about 0.75 miles. At the entrance\, proceed to Visitor Center parking. Please plan to be there a little before 8:00 AM. \nTo sign up: Click on the button below and fill out the contact information. A waitlist will become available once the project is full. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/north-field-loop-trail-valle-de-oro-nwr/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ed DiBello":MAILTO:e.dibello@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220311T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051558
CREATED:20211229T220409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T162209Z
UID:4562-1646992800-1647009000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Trail Workshop - Outdoor Classroom (CABQ OS)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: 10 volunteers took part in classroom learning followed by instruction at the work site and 15 minutes of practice\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Come learn some trail-building basics at Tijeras Open Space. We’ll meet at CABQ Open Space’s newly-acquired Tijeras Education Building at 10:00AM to begin an hour or more of book learning\, followed by an instructional walkthru on a nearby trail and some hands-on practice. Tools will be supplied. \nThis 101 course will provide an important base of knowledge for anyone who also plans to join our hands-on trail-building field training workshop the following day\, Saturday March 12th.  New volunteers are encouraged to join us for either or both of these March workshops. Anyone who would like a skills refresher is welcome too! \nPlease bring your own work gloves. Also required: long pants\, sturdy boots or shoes\, and eye protection (sunglasses). Highly recommended: layered clothing for a chilly start and a warm afternoon; a hat; a day pack with water and snacks; pen and notebook. We will follow any pandemic protocols in effect in March. \nIf you’d like to join us please sign up below by Tuesday March 8th. Note that space is limited. Once the project fills we will start a waitlist. Hope to see you there! \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nCost: Free! \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/trail-workshop-outdoor-classroom-abq-os/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051558
CREATED:20220104T203902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T162358Z
UID:4566-1647073800-1647097200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Trail Workshop - Field (CABQ Open Space)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Twenty-one NMVFO volunteers joined five personnel from the Albuquerque Open Space Division to build several hundred feet of new trail through rugged terrain that required construction of numerous rock walls. When completed\, this trail will replace an existing eroding trail that cuts through an area containing a concentration of Native American cultural artifacts.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: This session will build upon skills introduced at the March 11 class for new volunteers\, but anyone is welcome to sign up for either or both sessions. The field training will take place at a property newly acquired by the Open Space Division which will soon include an education center\, the Tijeras Education Building. Experienced Open Space personnel and NMVFO members will help mentor volunteers as we re-route an existing trail. Expected tasks include building the new trail segment following a better path identified by pin flags and closing off the old section by covering it with branches and any nearby rocks\, transplanting available cactuses\, and scarifying the surface (“tread”) to slow erosion and encourage new growth. Building the new trail may include clearing or trimming existing plants\, reshaping the trail’s surface to improve drainage\, and reinforcing it with rocks as needed. \nVolunteers should wear sturdy boots or shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, and bring work gloves\, hat\, sun protection\, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. Also bring a day pack with water\, snacks\, lunch\, and other necessities. We will follow any pandemic protocols for outdoor gatherings in effect in March. Registered volunteers will be provided updates on the project by email. \nDirections:  We will meet by 8:30 AM in the parking lot of the future Tijeras Education Building at 15600 Old Route 66. As shown on this map\, if coming from Albuquerque on I-40\, turn south at the Tramway Blvd exit\, then turn left on Central Ave. and continue driving west for 1.2 miles. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 \nCost: Free! \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/trail-workshop-field-abq-os/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Benson":MAILTO:L.Benson@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051558
CREATED:20220104T203553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T162611Z
UID:4569-1647590400-1647874800@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Sycamore Canyon Trail Backpack (Gila NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Fifteen volunteers and staff from CDTC\, the Gila BCH\, and NMVFO hiked in 3.15 miles to a base camp on this alternate CDT route to lop 1.7 miles of trail\, build 50 cairns\, clear 17 trees\, and improve tread on about 1.3 miles.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: In 2020\, the Tadpole Fire burned 11\,000 acres between Silver City and the Gila Hot Springs\, including areas around Tadpole Ridge\, a popular CDT alternate route along the Sycamore Canyon Trail in the Gila National Forest. As the forest reclaims the damaged area\, washouts have caused erosion issues\, and dead pine needles hide any trace of a trail. NMVFO will partner with the Gila Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen and Continental Divide Trail Coalition on a 4-day backcountry project working along 3.5 miles in Sycamore Canyon and nearby mesas. The work site is located close to Devil’s Garden\, an area known for unique rock formations. Tread work\, brushing\, logging\, and trail marking will improve the trail before the 2022 hiking season begins. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided by the Back Country Horsemen. Volunteers are asked to bring their own lunches. \nVolunteers will arrive the morning of March 18th. Volunteers\, staff\, and partners will meet between 8AM-8:30AM for a gear check and some paperwork. Volunteers and staff will review a map on site then drive 2.75 miles to the trailhead\, and will begin hiking from there. Upon arriving at base camp the group may spread out tent locations and get settled before lunch. Volunteers will work 8 hours on non-hiking days. \nClick here for a detailed project description from the Gila Chapter of the BCH. Note that signing up below negates the necessity of sending an RSVP (signing up automatically sends the RSVP). Signups will close on Saturday\, March 12. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 (6 from NMVFO website) \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/sycamore-canyon-trail-backpack-gila-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Green":MAILTO:m.green@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051558
CREATED:20220225T224512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T162802Z
UID:4923-1648198800-1648215000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Galisteo Basin Preserve
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Eight NMVFO volunteers joined volunteers from Commonweal Conservancy to remove roughly 2600 feet of fencing on the Galisteo Basin Preserve near Santa Fe. This is the first of many planned fence-removal projects on the preserve\, which will help accommodate wildlife flows in the Basin.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: NMVFO will work with Commonweal Conservancy\, the nonprofit owner of the 6\,000-acre Galisteo Basin Preserve in central Santa Fe County\, removing barbed wire fencing at the GBP which is impeding wildlife flows and migration corridors in the Basin. After a brief workshop to learn safe and efficient ways to dismantle barbed wire fences\, volunteers will spend the rest of the day removing several fences on the preserve. Volunteers should wear long sleeved shirts and long pants\, and bring eye protection/sunglasses\, leather gloves\, a day pack and water. Additionally\, if any volunteers have fencing pliers (linesmen pliers work well) please bring them. Commonweal and Reid Whittlesey\, who is running the workshop\, will provide a couple T-post pullers\, but if you happen to have one\, please bring it. Volunteers will meet at GBP’s Cottonwood Trailhead at 9:00 AM. This first session will take place on Friday\, March 25 but additional sessions will be scheduled later in the spring. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nPlease sign up below by Wednesday\, March 23. One person per signup. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/galisteo-basin-preserve/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051559
CREATED:20220202T215206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T163127Z
UID:4862-1648285200-1648310400@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:San Lorenzo Canyon (BLM Socorro)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Fourteen volunteers and one BLM agency rep built 0.55 miles of new trail in San Lorenzo Canyon\, constructed 6 cairns and 9 drainage features\, installed 4 trail markers\, naturalized 4 trail sections\, and lopped a short section of trail.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join us as we return to the scenic and geologically rich San Lorenzo Canyon near Socorro to put finishing touches on the South Rim Trail we started in November of 2021. We will construct trail as the route descends from the rim back down to the main channel\, allowing for a loop hike alongside the road back to the kiosk. As time allows\, we may work on signage and a side trail alternate. \nDirections: Do not enter “San Lorenzo Canyon” into Google Maps. The driving route inside the canyon changes every year for high water events\, which confuses Google Maps. Go to the signed turn-off for San Lorenzo Canyon at 34.226730\, -106.954976\, Google Maps link. Turn right as the sign indicates\, across the cattle guard\, and the route soon joins the sandy canyon drainage. Follow the tire tracks an additional 3.1 miles to the kiosk and parking area on the left. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nSign up below by Wednesday\, March 23. One person per signup. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/san-lorenzo-canyon-blm-socorro/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051559
CREATED:20220104T204202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220417T191410Z
UID:4571-1648717200-1649001600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Rabb Park Trail Backpack (Gila NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: 13 volunteers with the support of the Gila Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen\, improved 3.25 miles of the Rabb Park Trail\, building 37 rock cairns\, brushing back overgrowth\, improving tread and drainage\, and moving tons (literally) of rock.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: This spring NMVFO will partner with the Gila Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen on a 4-day backcountry project along Rabb Park Trail in the Gila National Forest\, not far from Silver City. Tasks will include building cairns and brushing\, along with some log removal and tread work. Volunteers will arrive the morning of March 31st\, (meeting location still TBD)\, meeting between 8:45-9:00 AM for a gear check and some paperwork before hiking in approximately 3 miles to set up base camp. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided by the Back Country Horsemen. Volunteers are asked to bring their own lunches. \nClick here for a detailed project description from the Gila Chapter of the BCH. Note that signing up below negates the necessity of sending an RSVP (signing up automatically sends the RSVP). One person per signup. Signups will close on Friday\, March 25. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/rabb-park-trail-backpack-gila-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anna Flessner":MAILTO:a.flessner@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220402T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051559
CREATED:20220115T222249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220417T191534Z
UID:4680-1648888200-1648915200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Quarai Mission Trail (Salinas Pueblo Missions NM)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Seventeen NMVFO and Friends of the Salinas Pueblo Missions volunteers worked with National Park Service staff to rehabilitate the Spanish Corral Trail. NMVFO crews originally built this one mile loop trail in 1996. This year\, we added wood chips to improve the tread. The trail is classified as “primitive\,” so we did not widen the corridor. The purpose of the chips is to absorb moisture from the local “gumbo” soil to prevent hikers from making multiple paths to avoid muddy sections. While the Project was originally billed as a 1 Pulaski project\, all volunteers were granted 2 Pulaski credit on the basis of “hill climbing with wood-chip-filled buckets.” The Spring weather was great\, and Quarai is a beautiful National Monument with a rich history.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: The Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument  is a complex of three pueblo and Spanish mission sites located near Mountainair\, NM. The Quarai site is located about 8 miles north of Mountainair\, at about 6650 feet. Quarai encompasses the archaeological remains of prehistoric Native American settlements\, historic remains of a pueblo that was abandoned in the 1670s\, the ruins of a 17th-century Spanish mission compound\, and 19th-century Spanish ranching artifacts. For this project\, we will improve the one mile Corral Loop Trail by adding wood chips to the tread\, trimming back brush\, removing one tree\, and improving drainage. We will meet in the Quarai Visitor Center parking lot at 8:30 AM to sign in\, review the planned work\, and conduct a safety briefing. \nVolunteers must wear sturdy boots (preferred) or shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, eye protection\, and work gloves. Long sleeve shirts are required for brushing. Bring a hat\, sun protection\, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. Also bring a day pack with water\, snacks\, lunch\, and other necessities. We plan to finish work by 4:00 pm. \nPandemic protocols: Covid-safe practices will apply. All participants will be required to wear masks when working in close proximity to others. The volunteer group will not exceed 20 participants. The Visitors’ Center restroom facilities will be open; masks will be required to enter. Registrants will be updated by email in the week(s) before the project with the latest information. If you are not feeling well on the day of the project\, please text the Project Leader at 505-705-2584. \nDirections: From Albuquerque\, drive east on I-40\, exit at Tijeras (Exit 175). Proceed south on Hwy 337 (old South 14) through Chilili. At the intersection with Hwy 55\, turn west and proceed on Hwy 55 through Tajique\, Torreon and Manzano. Approximately 5 miles south of Manzano\, just as you enter the village of Punta de Agua\, turn west on County Rd B076 and proceed to Quarai Site Visitor Center parking. The estimated driving time from the Big I is approximately 1.5 hours\, so plan accordingly. Please be there a little before 8:30 AM. If coming from the South (Socorro\, etc.) contact the Project Leader for directions as needed. \nTo sign up:  Click on the button below and fill out the contact information. Once the project fills a waitlist will be added. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/quarai-mission-trail-salinas-pueblo-missions-nm/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ed DiBello":MAILTO:e.dibello@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220409T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220409T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051559
CREATED:20220104T204255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220417T191712Z
UID:4573-1649493000-1649518200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Mesa View Trail (Sevilleta NWR)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Eighteen NMVFO volunteers joined Jeannine Kimble of the Sevilleta staff to improve the first mile of a rugged trail that leads from the Visitors Center to the crest of the prominent mesa to the west. Traditional trailwork included widening and smoothing the tread as well as improving drainage with waterbars\, drain dips\, berm removal\, and check dams. Other work involved replacing reinforcing and repairing stone and timber stairs on the steepest portions of the trail\, where a tumbleweed-fueled wildfire had burned many of the timbers. The volunteers carried about 30 new timbers up the trail’s steep slopes\, using 17 of them to replace damaged steps and install some new ones. They later carried the damaged and unused timbers back down the trail.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: The Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge protects a large expanse of land north of Socorro encompassing a variety of terrain and habitats on both sides of the Rio Grande. This year we will be working on a hiking trail just west of the Visitor Center. It leads up to an extensive mesa with views looking over the refuge – from the Los Pinos Mountains in the east to Ladron Peak on the west. The section of the trail we’ll be maintaining and repairing climbs uphill on loose soil subject to erosion. It includes two stairways (one of them shown in the photo) constructed of timber and stone steps\, some of which need to be replaced. In addition to improving drainage along the trail\, we will be carrying in timbers and gathering local rocks (bringing most of them up steep slopes) to replace damaged steps and shore up others. (Rock slings and strong canvas bags will allow two or more volunteers to share the weight.) Volunteers should wear sturdy boots (preferred) or shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, and bring work gloves\, hats\, sun protection\, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. Also bring a day pack with plenty of water\, snacks\, a light lunch\, and other necessities. We plan to finish work by 3:30 pm if attendance is sufficient. \nPandemic protocols: We will follow whatever rules for outdoor gatherings are in effect by April. Even if the Visitors’ Center (which has been closed to the public during the pandemic) is not yet open\, volunteers can go inside to use the facilities. Registrants will be updated by email in the week(s) before the project with the latest information. \nDirections: The Sevilleta Visitor Center is located 60 miles south of Albuquerque’s Big I on Interstate 25. Take Exit 169 and turn right at the first intersection. As shown on this map\, the Visitor Center is about ¼ mile up this road. We will meet in the parking lot by 8:30 AM to sign in and get oriented on the planned work and related safety precautions. \nTo sign up\, click on the button below and fill out the contact information. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/mesa-view-trail-sevilleta-nwr/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Benson":MAILTO:L.Benson@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220423T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051600
CREATED:20211230T212752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T182131Z
UID:4575-1650702600-1650816000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Osha Trail 1 (Mountainair RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Fifteen volunteers removed downfall along the upper\, rerouted section of the Osha Trail to the point that had been cleared by NMVFO from the bottom up during the previous two years.  In addition\, all downed trees were removed from the Manzano Crest Trail between Capilla Peak and Osha Peak and trimming was done along this section of the Crest Trail.  High winds and cold temperatures were no match for this strong team that was supported by NMVFO cooks with two breakfasts and one dinner.  The work will continue in September with the building of new tread to fully rehabilitate the Osha Trail.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Come join us for a weekend in the Manzanos! The work will consist of walking 1.5 miles south on the Manzano Crest Trail from Capilla Peak to reclaim Osha Trail\, which was destroyed by the Trigo Fire. We will be clearing downed trees and lopping. Tools will be provided. \nWe will camp at Capilla Peak Campground\, a primitive campground on the crest of the Manzano Mountains at an elevation of 9\,300 ft. The campground has pit toilets but no water. The road to Capilla Peak is 10 miles long and starts in the Village of Manzano. It is a fairly rough forest road that is safe for a high clearance passenger car but probably not for a trailer. Camping is available for Friday and Saturday nights but volunteers are welcome to arrive on Saturday morning for the 8:30 start (please arrive a little early). The drive from Albuquerque is a little under 2 hours. \nNMVFO will provide breakfast and dinner on Saturday\, and breakfast on Sunday. Please bring your own dinnerware\, your own food and water for Friday night\, and lunch for the trail on Saturday and Sunday. Please consider bringing some extra water for the campsite. Volunteers must wear sturdy boots (preferred) or shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, eye protection and work gloves. Long sleeve shirts and long pants are required. Hard hats will be provided. Bring sun protection and apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. \nSign up below by Monday\, April 18. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/osha-trail-1-mountainair-rd/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lemke":MAILTO:d.lemke@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220506T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051600
CREATED:20220309T215303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T182351Z
UID:4931-1651824000-1651854600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Rio en Medio Watershed Restoration (Santa Fe NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: On Friday May 6\, 14 NMVFO volunteers joined Steve Vrooman and Keystone Restoration Ecology for some post-fire watershed restoration work along the Rio en Medio after the Medio Fire damaged the area in August 2020. Work included piling brush to keep cows away from fens and other sensitive areas\, and building rock structures to create shallow ponds for fish. Volunteers built an estimated 35 structures and laid brush in 15 locations.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: NMVFO will partner with Rio Puerco Alliance and Keystone Restoration Ecology to help restore a wetland area in the southeast corner of the Valle Grande\, the largest valley in Valles Caldera National Preserve. This is part of a larger a New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) wetlands project\, the East Fork Headwaters Restoration Project\, which will restore 400 acres of the headwaters of the East Fork of the Jemez River. Our job will be to put the finishing touches on the project by building rock dams along a spring-fed channel and a small intermittent creek. The site is close to a road and can be accessed with a short hike. \nMore info about meeting location to follow\, for those who sign up. Hope you can join us! \nPlease sign up below by Wednesday\, May 4. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/valles-caldera-wetland-restoration-nps/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051600
CREATED:20220104T210050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T184300Z
UID:4578-1652463000-1652623200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Cañoncito Trail (Sandia RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: On May 14\, 2022\, eight NMVFO volunteers built a 250-ft spur trail in the Sandia Mountains\, connecting the Cañoncito Trail to Cañoncito Spring. They removed and moved countless logs and other debris to keep horses off a sensitive area near the spring; reinforced the edge of the water where the trail “lands”; and closed off a steep user trail which had led to the spring.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join us for a day and a half of work near the intersection of the Faulty and Cañoncito trails in the Sandia Mountains. Volunteers will build a spur trail\, redefine existing tread\, create water protection measures\, and build a buck & rail fence to direct traffic and mitigate erosion in the vicinity of Cañoncito Spring. We will camp nearby at the Cole Spring picnic area. \nOn Friday evening we will meet at the Sandia Ranger District (SRD) Visitor Center\, at the north end of the parking lot. From there we’ll caravan to our campsite at Cole Spring. The road to Cole Spring is rough\, and 4WD is best. At the SRD there is a secure place to leave cars if anyone would like to carpool from there. We’ll pass through a locked gate to get to Cole Spring and will not leave the area until the end of the project\, except in case of emergency. \nCamping at Cole Spring should be pleasant\, with picnic tables and shade. Besides tent\, sleeping bag/pad\, headlamp\, etc\, a camp chair and cooler are nice to have. Please bring your own dinnerware and eating utensils. NMVFO will provide breakfast on Saturday and Sunday\, and dinner on Saturday. Volunteers will be responsible for their own lunches and snacks\, as well as dinner on Friday. \nUSFS regulations require that we wear sturdy boots\, long pants and sleeves\, work gloves\, eye protection (sunglasses okay) and hard hats when we work. Hard hats and tools provided. Please also bring a day pack for snacks & lunch\, water bottle\, sunblock\, and rain gear. \nYou can sign up below until Monday\, May 9. One person per signup. Hope to see you there! \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/canoncito-trail-sandia-rd/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051600
CREATED:20220519T195148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T185044Z
UID:5066-1655456400-1655640000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Ute Lake SP Bridge Replacement (EMNRD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: On June 18\, 8 NMVFO volunteers spent two days volunteering at Ute Lake State Park. They were able to dismantle an old degrading trail bridge and build a new one in its place. They were also able to repair a second trail bridge. Some sections of the trail were being eroded from water runoff so the volunteers installed 14 water drainage diversions and filled in the eroded sections.  \n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join NMVFO on a car-camping project to demolish an old trail bridge and build a new bridge in its place and improve the drainage from a short hiking trail at Ute Lake State Park in northeastern New Mexico. All tools will be provided. We will be using power tools and hand tools. Please bring a daypack to carry your lunch\, snacks\, sunblock\, rain gear\, and a full-day’s supply of water. \nVolunteers will need to provide their own recreational vehicle or camping gear including tent\, sleeping bag and pad\, camp chair\, headlamp\, etc.\, plus a cooler/beverage (including adult beverages)\, if desired. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided; volunteers will supply their own lunches and snacks. Please bring your own plate\, bowl\, utensils\, and coffee mug. There are flush toilets and shower rooms near our campsite. \nWhile the Project starts at 9:00 am on Friday\, June 17th\, you can join us Thursday evening (dinner will not be provided)\, Friday evening\, or Saturday morning. Please join us by 5:00 pm on Friday evening if you would like dinner. Join us by 7:00 am on Saturday morning if you would like breakfast. Just let us know what your plans are by contacting the project leader. The project will end at about 12:00 pm on Sunday\, June 19th. \nMeet at:  Ute Lake State Park\, at the group camp site at Yucca Campground. Coordinates 35.36796\, -103.48995\, Elevation: 3\,830 ft. \nHow to find us: Look for short green NMVFO signs starting at the park entrance \nReminder: Pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nPlease sign up below by Monday\, June 13th. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/ute-lake-sp-bridge-replacement-emnrd/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220630T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051602
CREATED:20220715T185504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T185659Z
UID:5139-1656576000-1656601200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Abo Painting Project (Salinas Pueblo Missions NM)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Seven NMVFO volunteers joined National Park Service staff to refurbish information signs at the Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument\, Abo site.  The VFO work crew masked\, sanded\, washed\, and spray painted the metal frames for 15 signs located throughout the monument.  The NPS staff provided all painting supplies and significant support.  New information signs will be installed in the refurbished frames.  Three volunteers\, who had not previously participated in a Salinas project\, were presented with Salinas Monument Challenge Coins.  Weather was pleasant with some wind that made spray painting a challenge.  A resident diamond-back was spotted during the site survey (see picture); fortunately\, no diamond-backs disturbed the actual painting project.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/abo-painting-project-salinas-pueblo-missions-nm/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ed DiBello":MAILTO:e.dibello@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051602
CREATED:20220603T143513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T164048Z
UID:5086-1657270800-1657454400@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Sugarite Canyon State Park (EMNRD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: An NMVFO crew of eleven volunteers cleared deadfall\, improved drainage\, cleared brush\, mowed/weed-wacked a total of about 9.6 miles of the trails at Sugarite Canyon State Park.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join us on a car-camping project to improve a hiking trail at Sugarite Canyon State Park in northern New Mexico. Volunteers will need to provide their own recreational vehicle or camping gear including tent\, sleeping bag and pad\, camp chair\, headlamp\, etc.\, plus a cooler/beverages\, if desired. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided; volunteers will need to supply their own lunches and snacks. Please bring your own plate\, bowl\, utensils\, and coffee mug. Chemical toilets will be provided by the park. \nPlease bring a daypack to carry your lunch\, snacks\, sunblock\, rain gear\, and a full-day’s supply of water. All tools will be provided. \nWhile the Project starts at 9:00 am on Friday\, July 8th\, you can join us Thursday evening (dinner will not be provided)\, Friday evening\, or Saturday morning. Please join us by 5:00 pm on Friday evening if you would like dinner. Join us by 7:00 am on Saturday morning if you would like breakfast. Just let us know what your plans are by contacting the project leader by email or phone. The project will end at about 12:00 pm on Sunday\, July 10th. \nMeeting/camping location pending. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nPlease sign up below by Monday July 4th. One person per signup. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/sugarite-state-park-emnrd/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220805T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051602
CREATED:20221014T175314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230205T165229Z
UID:5243-1659686400-1659715200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:New Canyon and Manzano Crest (Mountainair RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Six volunteers cleared all the downed trees from New Canyon Trail and on the Manzano Crest Trail between New Canyon and Spruce Trail. \n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/new-canyon-and-manzano-crest-mountainair-rd/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lemke":MAILTO:d.lemke@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220811T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051603
CREATED:20220127T041621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220820T164338Z
UID:4686-1660239000-1660492800@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Rio Puerco Trail (Coyote RD\, SFNF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: 11 NMVFO Volunteers were able to clear approximately 135 trees (deadfall) from 3.6 miles of trail.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: The Rio Puerco Trail #385 is located on the east side of the San Pedro Parks wilderness\, and after two miles forms a 6 mile loop with the Peñas Negras Trail #32 and Perchas Trail #418. Join us as we clear downed trees and lop corridor along these trails\, and define tread as needed. We will car-camp at Resumidero Campground and shuttle a couple of miles on FR 93 Resumidero to the trailhead. NMVFO will provide breakfast and dinner on Friday\, breakfast and dinner on Saturday\, and breakfast on Sunday morning. Volunteers should bring packed lunches to eat along the trail on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday. Volunteers are encouraged to camp with us on Thursday night for an easier start on Friday morning. Be ready to hike up to 6 miles each day. \nWe also welcome volunteers that can only join us Saturday and Sunday\, but let us know 3 weeks in advance. \nMeeting Location: Resumidero Campground\, 36.109496. -106-753533. From Albuquerque head on I25 to Bernalillo\, take 550 past Cuba to La Jara\, Travel on SH 96 to FR 103\, the on FR 103 for 9 miles to FR 93. Another 2 miles on FR93 will lead visitors to the campground. USFS link. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 \nPlease bring:\n• Your own face mask\n• Work gloves (required)\n• Long pants\n• Long-sleeved shirts\n• Sturdy boots\, as required by the Forest Service.\n• Eye protection (sunglasses)\n• Day pack with water\, snacks\, and lunch \nNMVFO/Forest Service will provide tools and hard hats. \nSign up below by Aug. 10th\, one person per signup. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/rio-puerco-trail-coyote-rd-sfnf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051603
CREATED:20220112T191322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T031635Z
UID:4684-1661414400-1661702400@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED DUE TO MONSOON WEATHER - Spirit Lake Backpack (Santa Fe NF)
DESCRIPTION:Description: Join us on a four-day backpack to a base camp near Spirit Lake\, a highlight of the Pecos Wilderness at 10\,000 feet elevation along the Winsor National Historic Trail #254. Starting from Cowles\, we will hike in 7.5 miles along Winsor Trail #254\, to clear downed trees and lop corridor\, and improve tread in the area as necessary. The Back Country Horsemen will support us by transporting tools and cooking equipment to base camp. \nLocation: We will park at Winsor Trailhead near Cowles\, Google Map link. \nPlease sign up below by Sunday\, August 21st. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project. \nSign Up
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/spirit-lake-backpack-santa-fe-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220831T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051603
CREATED:20221014T180031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T180031Z
UID:5248-1661932800-1661958000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Gran Quivira Painting Project (Salinas Pueblo Missions NM)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Six NMVFO volunteers joined National Park Service staff to refurbish information signs at the Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument\, Gran Quivira site.  The VFO work crew masked\, sanded\, washed\, and spray painted the metal frames for 11 information signs located throughout the monument.  The NPS staff provided all painting supplies and significant support.  New information signs will be installed in the refurbished frames.  Cool weather with some (20% chance) sprinkles and homemade brownies made for an enjoyable day.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/gran-quivira-painting-project-salinas-pueblo-missions-nm/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ed DiBello":MAILTO:e.dibello@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051603
CREATED:20220121T191910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T165208Z
UID:4596-1662796800-1663081200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Lake (Gila NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Over the course of three days\, seven volunteers from Continental Divide Trail Coalition and New Mexico Volunteers for the Outdoors built ~500 ft of new tread to begin a reroute of a section of the CDT. Despite extremely rocky soil and afternoon thunderstorms which shortened the work days\, the crew had a fun time\, and good progress was made.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Our partners at Continental Divide Trail Coalition\, CDTC\, are supporting a multi-year project to complete a 9.1 mile reroute of the CDT through the northern Gila National Forest between Five Springs and Ghost Lake. In 2021 youth corps began to make headway on 3 miles of construction\, with a clear need for growing partnership support to bring more capacity to this high priority project. NMVFO will partner with CDTC on one of the project weekends this year\, Saturday Sep 10 thru Tuesday Sep 13. Volunteers will help clear\, repair\, and restore tread from a wildfire that passed through this area\, and help build a new trail that will avoid excessively rocky areas and uphold the scenic beauty of the CDT. \nThis is a car-camping project. We will meet at the Apache Creek Campground on Friday evening\, September 9 (if you plan to arrive Saturday morning\, please inform the project leader). Breakfasts will be provided Sat-Tue\, and dinners will be provided Sat-Mon. Volunteers are asked to bring their own snacks and lunches. Water will be made available\, but please bring extra containers for camping. Required when working with the USFS: work gloves\, eye protection (sunglasses okay)\, long pants\, long sleeves\, and boots or sturdy shoes. Tools and hard hats (also required) will be provided. \nNote that CDTC requires all registered volunteers to provide proof of vaccination before attending projects\, with some exceptions. We will adhere to this rule when we partner with them. \nYou can sign up below until Monday September 5. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 12 \nMap: \n \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/ghost-lake-gila-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220910T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051603
CREATED:20220104T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230205T164615Z
UID:4593-1662798600-1662823800@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Juan Tomas (ABQ Open Space)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Fifteen NMVFO volunteers and two Open Space staff members built 1/3 mile of new trail through the forest in this popular recreation area. The day’s work included clearing and leveling a smooth well-drained tread\, digging and chopping out more than 20 tree stumps plus numerous roots and saplings\, and sawing or lopping branches intruding on the trail. (OS employees had previously laid out the route with pin flags and the felled largest trees with a chain saw.) \n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: (This project has been rescheduled from August 20 because of weather.) Albuquerque’s Open Space Division maintains five areas on the east side of the Sandia and Manzanita Mountains. The largest of these is the Juan Tomas Open Space\, which encompasses 1\,290 acres of primarily piñon-juniper and ponderosa forest growing at elevations up to 7\,760 feet. We will be using a variety of tools to clear vegetation and excavate the forest floor to create about a half mile of new trail that is a part of a larger 1.1 mile trail reroute. Construction of some rock retaining walls may also be required. We will hike in about a mile on mostly level ground to the work site. Participants should wear sturdy boots or work shoes (no sandals or soft shoes)\, long pants\, hats\, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather\, especially rain gear. Also bring work gloves and a day pack with water\, snacks\, a light lunch\, sunscreen\, hand sanitizer\, and other personal items. We expect to finish by 3:30 PM\, but volunteers are welcome to leave earlier if necessary. \nMeeting Place: From Albuquerque\, take the Tijeras exit (#175) off Interstate 40 and drive south on State Highway 337 for 9 miles (passing by Juan Tomas Road). Turn east (left) on Oak Flat Road. Continue for about 3 miles (a half mile beyond a dirt parking lot with a pipe gate). Turn into the gravel parking lot on the left side of the road as shown in this satellite view. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 (if the project fills again the waitlist will be reopened) \nSign up below. One person per signup. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/juan-tomas-abq-open-space-4/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Larry Benson":MAILTO:L.Benson@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220918T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051604
CREATED:20220401T163704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T171558Z
UID:4997-1663401600-1663511400@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Datil Well (BLM Socorro)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Fourteen volunteers returned to the group site at Datil Well Campground\, to build ADA trail\, remove viewpoint structures\, install map signposts\, close unwanted user trails\, fix tread\, and survey trails.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join NMVFO on a car-camping project at Datil Well Campground\, to build new trail\, install signage and improve tread. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nDatil is 61 miles west of Socorro on US Hwy 60\, past the Very Large Array. The campground is ¼ mile south of Datil on Hwy 12. The green NMVFO signs will be deployed early Friday afternoon at both entrances to the campground area. \nNMVFO cooks Donna and Marie will provide breakfast and dinner on Saturday\, and breakfast on Sunday. Please bring dinnerware\, and your own sack lunches for the trail on Saturday and Sunday.  Volunteers must wear sturdy boots (preferred) or shoes (no sandals)\, long pants\, eye protection and work gloves.  Long sleeve shirts and long pants are required. Hard hats will be provided. Bring sun protection and apparel appropriate for the predicted weather.\nCamping Friday evening September 16 is optional\, and the tradition is for early campers to have Friday dinner together at the nearby Eagle Guest Ranch. \nPlease sign up below by Monday September 12th. One person per signup. A reminder that pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/datil-well/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T051604
CREATED:20220104T210215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T172418Z
UID:4585-1664006400-1664031600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Borrego & Bear Wallow (Santa Fe NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: A National Public Lands Day project focusing on much-needed tread work and lopping on the Borrego Trail #150 and Bear Wallow Trail #182 in the Santa Fe National Forest near Hyde Park. Volunteers were able to improve the  tread on 400 feet of trail and install 30 water features/drainage improvements on the Borrego Trail\, and clear 26 drainages and lopped .6 miles on the Bear Wallow Trail.\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join us for a National Public Lands Day project as we do much-needed tread work on the Borrego Trail #150 in the Santa Fe National Forest near Hyde Park. As time allows\, we will work on tread and lop on the loop created by Borrego Trail\, Bear Wallow Trail #182\, and Winsor Trail #254. \nMeeting Location: Borrego Trailhead\, just above Hyde Park State Park on the road up to the ski area. Google Map link. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 20 \nSign up below. One person per signup. \nFor more information: If this is your first NMVFO project\, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ\, or email the project leader. \nPlease read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/borrego-bear-wallow-santa-fe-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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