by wilderness | Dec 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
from left to right: Jenny, Alvin, Tim, Jim, Debbie, Hannah, Karen, & DonnaBy Donna McParlanThis adventure was spectacular for so many reasons. Since this was my first trip to Alaska and first project with Wilderness Volunteers, I really did not know what to...
by wilderness | Nov 16, 2012 | Uncategorized
by Ruth Scott, Wilderness Specialist, Olympic National ParkBeginning with its creation in 1997, Wilderness Volunteers began to play a vital role in the stewardship of America’s wilderness lands. This is nowhere more apparent than in Olympic National Park...
by wilderness | Nov 9, 2012 | Uncategorized
Our friends, the Great Old Broads for Wilderness have a terrific online auction that’s live now! The “broads” have over 300 unbelievable deals on outdoor adventures, art, books, services, footwear, outdoor gear…and much, much more....
by wilderness | Oct 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
What are the biggest backcountry hazards? Most of us have safe, fun adventures in the outdoors, but knowing what the risks are can help us plan safer trips and reduce problems once we are out there.We tend to freak out over some risks that are unlikely, while not...
by wilderness | Oct 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
The 2013 Spring Project Schedule is up!New this year are projects in the King Range National Conservation Area in California, and the Goshute Peak Wilderness Study Area and Alta Toquima Wilderness, both in Nevada. New takes on some favorites include the Hawaii...
by wilderness | Sep 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
Now that our project season is drawing to a close, it’s a good time to make sure we store our gear properly.Sleeping Bag: Take it out of the compression stuff sack and store it in the big cotton sack it came in or in a king-sized pillow case. If it’s...
