July 29, 2009 - The Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA), will host two Backcountry Camps on the Tahoe Rim Trail (TRT), August 15-16 and September 5-7. Volunteers have shown their appreciation for this public recreation trail through 25 years of backcountry camps. Both camps will be held at near the Kingsbury South Trailhead of the TRT, southwest of Daggett Summit on Highway 207. Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to attend.
This summer the Tahoe Rim Trail began work on the Daggett Summit Trail Enhancement. Currently, the Tahoe Rim Trail utilizes four miles of steep and winding paved roads to connect the Kingsbury North and South Trailheads. This project will give hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians an alternative to using the dangerous paved roads near Daggett Summit. The TRTA's Backcountry Camps are an enjoyable and family friendly way to work on the trail and enjoy the Tahoe outdoor lifestyle. Food will be provided, but in order to offset this cost the camp is $25 for adults and $15 for children under 12. Families are welcome, and children's camping equipment is available upon request. Participants are welcome to set up camp Friday afternoon, but the trail building will not begin until Saturday morning.
For more information or to register, please visit www.tahoerimtrail.org or call Ben Storrud at 775-298-0239. Volunteers must bring their own camping equipment, and must wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, boots and work gloves; bring sunscreen, bug spray and plenty of water. Check the weather reports and bring additional clothing as necessary. The Tahoe Rim Trail Association will provide hard hats and all trail tools.
For more information about how to become a Tahoe Rim Trail member or volunteer, contact the Tahoe Rim Trail Association at info@tahoerimtrail.org or 775-298-0012, or visit the website at www.tahoerimtrail.org. The Tahoe Rim Trail Association, founded in 1981, is a non-profit organization, which works to enhance, expand, and promote the Tahoe Rim Trail system, practice and encourage stewardship, and provide assess to the beauty of the Lake Tahoe region. The Association works in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and Nevada State Parks.
By submitting a comment you consent to our rules. Please use your real first and last name, not a nickname or alias. Thank you.
