About the Crew

The Maine Chapter is leading three three work parties in 2012 to Little Lyford Lodge and Cabins  and one work party at Gorman Chairback Lodge and Cabins to help build and maintain the new trail system of the Maine Woods Initiative. No experience is needed because we have the right job for you and the experienced leaders train you.

All abilities and efforts are welcome and appreciated.

The volunteer trail crew trips are held over 3-day weekends and participants are encouraged to come for all three nights. You can arrive at Little Lyford or Gorman anytime after 2:00 p.m. on Friday. The daily routine is breakfast at 8:00 a.m. then immediately depart for the day’s trail work, which may include projects ranging from clearing brush from the trail to building bridges or shelters. The AMC Maine Chapter supplies all the tools, but if you have a favorite pair of loppers or other tools, you are welcome to bring them along.

Water and snack breaks are encouraged and taken throughout the day. Lunch is on the trail. The crew returns to the lodge after 2:30 for rest and recreation, showers, and dinner.

Camp Life

You can expect to find the crew a friendly and fun group of people. Even though we work hard on the trail, back at camp there is time to enjoy the area’s recreational opportunities as well. There is fly fishing available on the Lyford Ponds, the West Branch of the Pleasant River, or Long Pond.  Plenty of hiking/walking options with opportunities to see wildlife and plants including a trail that connects with the Gulf Hagas loop trail. Paddling on the Little Lyford and Long Pond is an option. Canoes, kayaks, PFDs and paddles are provided.

Both Little Lyford and Gorman Chairback have hot showers and provides great food. Breakfast and dinner are served family style, and a trail lunch is provided. The crew lodges in a comfortable bunkhouse, and you provide your own sleeping bag or linens.

2012 Dates

Little Lyford: May 25-28
Gorman Chairback: July 9-13 
Little Lyford: October 5-8
Gorman Chairback: October 5-8

Contribution

$TBA for the full weekend (plus tax)

To Register

Register with AMC at 603-466-2727, Monday- Saturday 9am-5pm EST