Location: Kooskia, ID
Strenuous. Daily RT 2-6 miles with 500’-1500’ change
Front country. Tent camping at Lochsa Historical Ranger Station
Volunteer to help with trail work on the Lochsa Downriver Trail and other area trails! Work will include trail tread work, brushing, and clearing.
Service Project Details
Volunteer to help with trail work on the Lochsa Downriver Trail #002, and other area trails. Work will include trail tread work, brushing, and clearing. This area has the feel of big wilderness, as the river borders the immense 1.3 million acre Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, which is celebrating 60 years as Wilderness in 2024!
Project Leaders: Steve Breitbach and Kui Kanthatham
Agency Website
Itinerary:
Sunday, May 5th. The Volunteer group meets at midday at a time/place TBD. The group will go through check-in, introductions, orientation, and will help set up camp in preparation for the work week ahead.
Monday, May 6th. Workday.
Tuesday, May 7th. Workday.
Wednesday, May 8th. Day off.
Thursday, May 9th. Workday.
Friday, May 10th. Workday.
Saturday, May 11th. Break down camp, goodbyes, and depart.
Nearest Cities
Kooskia, ID
Nearest Airports
Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) – ~100 miles away
Spokane International Airport (GEG) – ~224 miles away
Free Time Details
Explore Area, Hike to Hot Springs, Relax along Lochsa River, Help with Ranger Station Clean-up, Whitewater Raft, Visit Lochsa Lodge, etc.
Accommodations
Front country. Tent camping at Lochsa Historical Ranger Station
Difficulty
Strenuous. Daily RT 2-6 miles with 500’-1500’ change
Task Details
Bending, cutting, hauling, swinging, digging, throwing, pushing, lifting, etc.
Equipment List
View Equipment List