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Skyline Backpack (Santa Fe NF)
June 21, 2018 @ 10:00 AM - June 25, 2018 @ 5:00 PM
Contact Leader(s): Mark Kimmel, 505-239-8240, m_kimmel@q.com with any questions.
**This project will only run if the Santa Fe National Forest reopens by June 20th (Stage III fire restrictions)** Join us as we repair a very scenic trail high up in the Pecos Wilderness! We will make our basecamp at the meadows of Puerto Nambe and work to repair the Skyline Trail as it climbs from the meadows to a saddle on the side of Santa Fe Baldy. This project will receive horse-packing support from the Back Country Horsemen of America (BCHA), who will pack in all of our food and cooking equipment the 4 miles from trailhead to basecamp. Speaking of cooking, all meals will be provided by an award-winning trail chef who really knows how to cook up a tasty meal in the backcountry! Water will be available in the area around basecamp. The trail work will be tread repair and some trail re-routing. All tools will be provided.
We will be camping in a wooded area at 11,000’ elevation. Volunteers will need to provide their own backpack, tent and sleeping bag suitable for high-altitude camping. Also bring a plate, bowl, cup and utensils. Plan to bring good work gloves, long-sleeved shirts, long pants and sturdy boots. Rain gear, hat and sunscreen will also be needed. Bring a small daypack and water bottles, plus any trail snacks desired. Contact project leader Mark Kimmel if you have any questions.