Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy

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June 10th: Second Saturday Workday

Please join us for a great day of volunteering on the Bartram Trail for our Second Saturday Workday on June 10th, 2023.

We will be meeting at Osage Overlook at 9AM and will wrap up by 3PM.

Please bring work gloves, good boots, plenty of water, lunch, any meds you might need and esprit de corps.

If you’re new to trail maintenance or just want to learn more, you can find more information here on our site. Don’t be shy, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 110 miles of trails open and usable all year long.

Please RSVP so we can plan the work and tool requirements.

Thank you for your volunteerism!

May 30, 2023: Trailhead Tuesday

This is a program for those looking to get involved but with limited time. We will meet in the early afternoon to divide and conquer some minor clean up and trail head maintenance. We’re looking for folks to visit a set of selected trail heads to re-stock Bartram Trail information cards, complete a trail head condition report, pick up any trash in the area, and chat with hikers as they start their day hike.

We’ll supply everything you need for the day. Although we suggest you bring your own gloves, a hat, sunscreen, and a positive attitude.

We’ll meet at 1pm in the church parking lot across from Lazy Hiker Brewing in Franklin, NC. At 3pm, we’ll regroup to share our accomplishments over a cold beverage.

Please RSVP to help with planning for this event:

May 19, 2023: Third Friday Workday

This week, we’ll meet at Russell Bridge Trailhead to get started. We don’t get to the beginning of the Bartram Trail as often as we should, but it is in need of a little attention. Plan to meet at the Russell Bridge parking area at 9 am. Depending on the number of folks we have, we will figure out how to divide and conquer.

Please bring work gloves, good boots, plenty of water, lunch, any meds you might need and esprit de corps.

If you’re new to trail maintenance or just want to learn more, you can find more information here on our site. Don’t be shy, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 110 miles of trails open and usable all year long.

Please RSVP so we can plan the work and tool requirements.

Thank you for your volunteerism!

May 13, 2023: Second Saturday Workday

Please join us for a great day of volunteering on the Bartram Trail for our Second Saturday Workday on May 13, 2023.

We’re planning to meet at the Appletree Group Campground trailhead and work from there. We may be able to get access to drive in a little closer to the trail where the reported blowdowns are.

Please bring work gloves, good boots, plenty of water, lunch, any meds you might need and esprit de corps.

We’ll meet at 9AM and wrap up at 3pm.

If you’re new to trail maintenance or just want to learn more, you can find more information here on our site. Don’t be shy, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 110 miles of trails open and usable all year long.

Please RSVP so we can plan the work and tool requirements.

Thank you for your volunteerism!

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