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Box Canyon (Socorro BLM) (CANCELLED Agency Review)
April 15, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Contact Leader(s): Jim (Sagebrush) Sells, 505-898-6345, j.sells@nmvfo.org; Rob Selina, r.selina@nmvfo.org with any questions.
From the agency: “Due to on going review of the environmental documentation that authorizes the construction of the Descansos Trail, the April 15th NMVFO project will be canceled.” Sorry, folks, we hope to reschedule this in the future when issues are resolved.
Description: Join us for a one-day trail building project near the Box (a popular climbing area) near Socorro. The project will advance the construction of the Descansos Trail, extending from the Gramont Peak Trail to the shrine located at the intersection of the Socorro Gun Range Road and Hwy 60. This will be a multi-use (hike, bike, equestrian) trail. The ridge segment of the trail has mild grades extending through grass lands and volcanic rock outcroppings that will be used for the trail tread in key spots. The descent from the ridge traverses through a boulder field and will require significant effort in relocating rocks or filling cavities to generate an easily navigated trail tread.
Participants should wear sturdy boots or work shoes (no sandals or soft shoes), long pants, hat, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. Also bring work gloves and a day pack with water, snacks, sack lunch, sunscreen, and other personal items. We expect to finish by 4:00 PM, but volunteers are welcome to leave earlier if necessary.
Location: Park at the Shrine (Google map).
Group Size: 20 (in addition to our partner local trail group, NMT Bike Club)
Difficulty: 
For 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.
Please read our Volunteer Guidelines before signing up for this project.
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On the signup form please leave the “Number of Volunteers” at 1. If you would like to sign up additional volunteers please submit multiple signups.