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SUMMARY:Randall Davey Audubon Center
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: 13 volunteers camped at Panchuela Admin Area and cleared downed trees from all of Cave Creek Trail and 0.6 miles of Skyline Trail. We also built a rock crossing across Panchuela Creek\, and lopped and fixed drains. \n\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\n  \nDescription: Come join us at the Randall Davey Audubon Center & Preserve\, on the outskirts of Santa Fe\, as we take care of some trail maintenance and reroute an existing trail. Drain-drip building will feature prominently. On Saturday evening we’ll have the rare opportunity to camp on the property (a short walk from parking)\, where we’ll have access to their new pavilion with bathrooms and running water. We will each be responsible for all our own meals (lunch and dinner on Saturday\, breakfast and lunch on Sunday). We will probably have an opportunity for a guided tour of the historic Randall Davey house. He was an artist\, and this place is a gem! \nRequired: boots\, work gloves\, long pants\, eye protection (sunglasses). Please also bring a daypack for lunch\, sunblock\, rain jacket (if needed) and plenty of water. Tools and training will be provided. There is a small microwave in the pavilion\, and NMVFO will provide a camp stove\, but feel free to bring your own. A camp chair will also come in handy\, along with the “usual” camping gear (plate\, utensils\, mug\, tent\, sleeping bag\, sleeping pad\, headlamp\, etc). It will probably be cold overnight. \nFeel free to contact the project leader with any questions! 🙂 \nSign up below by Monday\, October 10. 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. \nThe deadline to sign up has passed.
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/randall-davey-audubon-center/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023242
CREATED:20211230T212642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T173301Z
UID:4603-1665043200-1665327600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Neglected Mine (Gila NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Four NMVFO volunteers joined forces with volunteers from CDTC to build part of a reroute along the CDT in the Burro Mountains of southern NM.\n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: In October NMVFO will partner with Continental Divide Trail Coalition\, CDTC\, to address a short but challenging 1.5-mile reroute starting at Jacks Peak Trailhead and working south along the Neglected Mine area in the Burro Mountains. Work will include clearing corridor\, sawing trees and brush\, building trail\, and creating rock retaining walls. This reroute will move the CDT onto sustainable contours and soil types and enhance the user experience along this nationally designated trail. Volunteers will be car camping at Jacks Peak Trailhead or are welcome to commute from Silver City each day. Expect long\, physically demanding workdays from Thursday to Sunday. This is the first of two CDTC projects in 2022 to address the Neglected Mine reroute. \nBreakfast will be provided Thu-Sun\, and dinner will be provided Thu-Sat. 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 Saturday\, October 1. 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/neglected-mine-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:20220930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023242
CREATED:20220112T194410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T173050Z
UID:4704-1664524800-1664726400@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Cave Creek Trail (Santa Fe NF)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: 13 volunteers camped at Panchuela Admin Area and cleared downed trees from all of Cave Creek Trail and 0.6 miles of Skyline Trail. We also built a rock crossing across Panchuela Creek\, and lopped and fixed drains.\n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK \n\nDescription: Join NMVFO on a car-camping project to clear downed trees and remove brush along the Cave Creek Trail #288 in the Pecos Wilderness of the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF). We will camp at the SFNF’s Panchuela Admin Site near Panchuela Creek at 8320’ elevation. \nAll tools will be provided. We will be using one- and two-person crosscut saws\, pruning saws\, and loppers. USFS rules require all volunteers to wear boots\, long pants\, long sleeves\, hard hats (provided)\, work gloves\, and eye protection (sunglasses okay) while working. 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/beverages (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 is a pit toilet and potable water available at the Admin Site. \nWhile the project starts at 8:00 am on Friday\, September 30th\, you are welcome to join us on Thursday evening at 5:00 pm or so\, for camping and social time. Dinner will not be provided that evening. If you want to join us on Saturday morning\, please arrive by 7:00 am if you would like breakfast\, or else by 7:45 am for a safety talk before we hike up the trail. Just let us know what your plans are by contacting the project leaders. \nMeet at:  Panchuela Admin Site (Coordinates 35.829569N  105.663997W ) \nHow to find us: Look for short green NMVFO signs starting at the Panchuela Road turnoff from Forest Road 121. \nReminder: Pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nPlease sign up below by September 25th. One person per signup. \nDifficulty:
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/veterans-cave-creek-trail-santa-fe-nf/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220924T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023242
CREATED:20220104T211758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T172635Z
UID:4598-1664008200-1664121600@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Kayser Mill Trail (was Osha Trail 2) (Mountainair RD)
DESCRIPTION:RESULTS: Eleven NMVFO volunteers camped for two nights at the lower Red Canyon Campground in the Manzano Mountains. In lieu of the Osha Trail 2\, which has been postponed due to a yet to be completed archeological report\, we cleared 125 trees from 13 miles of trails along the Kayser Mill Trail\, the Manzano Crest Trail between Manzano Peak and Ox Canyon Trail\, the Red Canyon Trail and the Spruce Spring Trail.\n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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 building new tread and clearing downed trees. 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 you 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\, September 19. 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-2-mountainair-rd/
CATEGORIES:Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Uwe Schroeter":MAILTO:u.schroeter@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023243
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jim (Sagebrush) Sells":MAILTO:j.sells@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220918T143000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023243
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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:20220910T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023244
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\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:20220910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023244
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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:20220903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220904T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023244
CREATED:20220727T151057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T233545Z
UID:5124-1662192000-1662307200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Limestone Canyon (BLM Socorro)
DESCRIPTION:Description: NMVFO is partnering with Albuquerque Wildlife Federation over Labor Day weekend to help restore wetland meadows in Limestone Canyon. Albuquerque Wildlife Federation has been working this area for over 15 years! We will be hand-building one-rock dams to slow and spread water to help re-wet a meadow. We may also repair or expand fencing enclosures that were built in years past to protect cottonwood saplings. \nWe’ll meet at our dispersed camping location(map). **Note that FR 549 has been impacted by the Bear Trap fire. Those who sign up will receive specific directions via FR 476.**  Volunteers do not need to be present for the entire weekend to participate. Camping at the site on Friday night is highly recommended\, but you are welcome to join us just for the workday Saturday (please arrive by 8am)\, or camp for just one of the two nights. You are also welcome to stay at camp until Monday. Please let us know your plans. Questions? We have no NMVFO leader for this joint project\, but you can email the NMVFO Projects Coordinator Jenny Blackmore at projects@nmvfo.org. \nRequired Gear: Bring everything you need for a weekend of camping and restoration work\, including work gloves\, hat\, long sleeves\, long pants\, sturdy boots\, and sunscreen. We recommend bringing a change of shoes\, and waterproof boots or boots you don’t mind getting wet. Rain gear\, layers\, warm clothes for the evenings and plenty of water are essential. Please bring your own dishes\, silverware\, cup and water for camping. \nFood: AWF will provide vegetarian breakfast burritos on Saturday morning and bison or veggie burgers on Saturday evening. Please bring a dish to share for the Saturday potluck dinner\, along with your own lunches\, Friday dinner\, Sunday breakfast\, and lots of water! \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nSign up below by Monday\, August 29. 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. \nSign Up
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/limestone-canyon-blm-socorro/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220831T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023244
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/gran-quivira-painting-project-salinas-pueblo-missions-nm/
CATEGORIES:Project
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/52328386670_37faf075d2_c.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed DiBello":MAILTO:e.dibello@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023245
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220811T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023245
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220805T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023245
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023246
CREATED:20220112T193515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T184010Z
UID:4707-1659603600-1659888000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE - Hollinger Trail Backpack (Santa Fe NF)
DESCRIPTION:Description: Join us on a four-day backpacking project to clear downed trees and brush on the Hollinger Trail #219. We will meet at the Porvenir Campground and hike about 5.1 miles up the Porvenir Trail #247 to its junction with the Hollinger Trail to set up base camp. We will clear downed trees and brush and define tread as needed on the 2.1 mile length of the Hollinger Trail. If time allows\, we will do similar work on the upper portion of the Porvenir Trail and the Bluebell Ridge Trail #212. \nWhile the project starts on Thursday\, August 4th\, you are welcome to join us on Friday or Saturday and spend as much time working with us as you can. Please be sure to let us know your plans. \nAll tools will be provided. We will be using one- and two-person crosscut saws\, pruning saws\, loppers\, and trail maintenance tools. USFS rules require all volunteers to wear boots\, long pants\, long sleeves\, hard hats (provided)\, work gloves\, and eye protection (sunglasses okay) while working. Please bring a daypack to carry your lunch\, snacks\, sunblock\, rain gear\, and a full-day’s supply of water. \nWe will be practicing social distancing on this project. Specific details will be provided prior to the start of the project. \nReminder: Pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nMeet at: Porvenir Campground (GPS Coordinates 35.71029\, -105.41364 ) \nPlease sign up below by August 1st. 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/hollinger-trail-backpack-santa-fe-nf/
CATEGORIES:Canceled
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Porvenir-Workers.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023246
CREATED:20220430T101123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T184002Z
UID:5045-1658563200-1658664000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED BY USFS - Valle Vidal Wetland Restoration (Carson NF)
DESCRIPTION:Description: Come join us as we partner with Albuquerque Wildlife Federation to help restore wetlands in Ring Place Meadow in the beautiful Valle Vidal\, on the Questa Ranger District not far from the Colorado border. From the USFS website: “The Valle Vidal (The Valley of Life) unit of the Carson National Forest was donated to the People of the United States by the Pennzoil Company in 1982. This lush mountain basin\, located in the heart of New Mexico’s Sangre de Cristo Mountains\, is home to a magnificent elk herd and other abundant wildlife. The vistas of high peaks\, forests\, and alpine meadows are breathtaking. With elevations of 7\,700-12\,584 feet\, the plant life is abundant and varied.” \nWe’ll camp (dispersed camping) in the meadow on Friday and Saturday nights; volunteers are welcome to arrive on Saturday morning if preferred. Meals will be done a little differently from usual: breakfast will be provided on Saturday morning (veggie burritos)\, and dinner “mains” (meat and veggie options) on Saturday evening. Volunteers are asked to bring a potluck side dish for Saturday dinner\, as well as their own lunches\, snacks and Sunday breakfast\, plus Friday dinner if applicable. Please bring water for camping\, and your own dishes\, cup and silverware. \nWe’ll be building rock structures in streams\, so come prepared to get wet! A change of shoes for camp is highly recommended. Required while working: long pants\, sturdy boots\, eye protection (sunglasses)\, work gloves. Please also bring a daypack\, hat\, rainwear\, sunblock\, snacks and lunch\, and plenty of water during the day. \nYou can sign up below until Sunday\, July 17. 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. \nSign Up
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/valle-vidal-wetland-restoration/
CATEGORIES:Canceled
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Valle-Vidal-scaled-e1651786486881.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023246
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Sugarite.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023246
CREATED:20220111T034303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T183936Z
UID:4682-1657184400-1657468800@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED DUE TO BCH SCHEDULING CONFLICT - Horsethief Trail Backpack (Santa Fe NF)
DESCRIPTION:Description: Join us on a four-day backpacking project to clear downed trees and brush on the Horsethief Trail. We will be setting up base camp in the Horsethief Meadows area surrounded by spruce-fir forest at about 9\,840 ft. The Back Country Horsemen of America will support us by transporting our tools and cooking equipment to base camp. The base camp will be about 5.6 miles from the Panchuela Admin Site near the Panchuela Campground. While the project starts on Thursday\, you are welcome to join us on Friday or Saturday and spend as much time working with us as you can. Please be sure to let us know your plans. \nAll tools will be provided. We will be using one- and two-person crosscut saws\, pruning saws\, and loppers. USFS rules require all volunteers to wear boots\, long pants\, long sleeves\, hard hats (provided)\, work gloves\, and eye protection (sunglasses okay) while working. Please bring a daypack to carry your lunch\, snacks\, sunblock\, rain gear\, and a full-day’s supply of water. \nReminder: Pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nMeet at:  Panchuela Admin Site (Coordinates 35.829569N  105.663997W ) \nPlease sign up below by July 24th. 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/horsethief-meadow-backpack-santa-fe-nf/
CATEGORIES:Canceled
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/horseThief2004-e1643492368530.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220630T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023246
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\n\n\nPHOTO ALBUM LINK
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/abo-painting-project-salinas-pueblo-missions-nm/
CATEGORIES:Project
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Abo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ed DiBello":MAILTO:e.dibello@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023246
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Ute-Lake-e1652990091769.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Timmer":MAILTO:m.timmer@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220611T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023247
CREATED:20220104T211635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T183949Z
UID:4587-1654934400-1655046000@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED DUE TO FOREST CLOSURE - Ellis Trail (Sandia RD)
DESCRIPTION:Description: Come join us on the Ellis Trail\, not far from the Sandia Crest in the Sandia Mountains. The Sandia Ranger District (SRD) has identified several sections of trail which are eroded and in need of realignment for better sustainability. Volunteers will build new tread and close off the old trail\, and there will likely be some rock work (cribbing) involved for those who want. NMVFO will provide hard hats (required on USFS projects) and tools. Also required: work gloves\, boots\, long pants\, long sleeves\, eye protection (sunglasses). Please bring a day pack for food\, water\, sunblock and rain gear. \nThis is a car-camping project\, a rare opportunity to spend a night on the mountain. The SRD is currently contemplating where we’ll camp (stay tuned). It will probably be close to the Ellis Trailhead\, though on the north side of the road. NMVFO will supply water; it will be helpful if volunteers can also bring some containers. Along with camping gear (tent\, sleeping bag & pad\, headlamp\, camp chair\, etc)\, volunteers are also asked to bring their own plate\, bowl\, mug and silverware. Feel free to bring a cooler and beverages – adult or other. NMVFO will provide breakfast and dinner on Saturday\, and breakfast on Sunday; volunteers will supply their own lunches and snacks. \nVolunteers are welcome to camp Friday night (no meals provided)\, join us early for breakfast on Saturday\, or join us at our 8:00 AM meeting time. We’ll plan to work until ~4:00 on Saturday\, and we’ll finish before 2:00 on Sunday. \nAs a reminder\, pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects. \nPlease sign up below by Sunday\, June 5. One person per signup. Hope you can join us! \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: Max 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. \nSign Up
URL:https://nmvfo.org/projects/ellis-trail-sandia-rd/
CATEGORIES:Canceled
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2022-Ellis-trail.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220526T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023247
CREATED:20211230T210643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230205T165904Z
UID:4583-1653552000-1654009200@nmvfo.org
SUMMARY:Middle Fork Backpack (Gila NF) - CANCELED DUE TO FIRE DANGER
DESCRIPTION:Description: New Mexico Volunteers for the Outdoors\, Back Country Horsemen (BCH)\, and Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC) will collaborate on a 6-day project on the middle fork of the Gila River with a half day during the project to explore or relax. Volunteers will be able to address 5.5 miles of corridor\, cairns and tread work as this popular Gila Alternate route winds along the banks of the Gila with towering cliff faces overhead. This is a popular route for locals\,  thru-hikers and equestrians to experience the beauty of the Gila Wilderness. Post-fire flooding and extensive deferred maintenance have caused the trail to braid along the riverside\, causing travelers to bushwhack through sensitive river landscapes. \nBe prepared to get your feet wet daily\, since the trail crosses the river frequently in this tight canyon. Tools will be provided and will be packed in by horses. Breakfasts and dinners will be provided by BCH. Volunteers are asked to bring their own snacks and lunches. \nCurrent CDTC Covid protocols will be observed on this partnered project. \nVolunteers will arrive the morning of May 26th or can camp at the trailhead the night before\, meeting between 8:15-8:30 AM for a gear check and some paperwork before the 8 mile hike to base camp. \nClick here for a detailed project description and gear list. \nDifficulty:  \nGroup Size: 15 \nSign up below by Wednesday\, May 18. 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/middle-fork-backpack-gila-nf-2/
CATEGORIES:Canceled
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/2019-Middle-Fork.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023247
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Cole-Spring-med.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220506T163000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023247
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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:20220423T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023248
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/osha2020.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lemke":MAILTO:d.lemke@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220409T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220409T153000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023248
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220402T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023248
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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:20220331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023249
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023249
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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:20220325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023249
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nmvfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Galisteo-Basin.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jenny Blackmore":MAILTO:j.blackmore@nmvfo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T023250
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\n\n	\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n	 \n	\n	Show More\n\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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