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Ute Lake SP Bridge Replacement (EMNRD)
June 17, 2022 @ 9:00 AM - June 19, 2022 @ 12:00 PM
Contact Leader(s): Mike Timmer, 281-622-6858, m.timmer@nmvfo.org; Don Lemke, d.lemke@nmvfo.org with any questions.
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.
Description: 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.
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/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.
While 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.
Meet at: Ute Lake State Park, at the group camp site at Yucca Campground. Coordinates 35.36796, -103.48995, Elevation: 3,830 ft.
How to find us: Look for short green NMVFO signs starting at the park entrance
Reminder: Pets are not allowed on NMVFO projects.
Please sign up below by Monday, June 13th. One person per signup.
Difficulty: 
Group Size: 15
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.