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Maxwell Forest Trail Workday – Day 1

September 11 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A forest path surrounded by tall, slender trees with sparse foliage and brown underbrush.

Event Description:  Join us for a two-day volunteer workday series on September 11 and 12 as we work together to make the recently purchased Maxwell Forest property a more inviting place for the community!

During the workdays, we’ll remove old trail infrastructure, clear brush, improve trail surfaces, and remove old signage. Volunteers are welcome to participate on one or both days, and may work shorter or longer hours if they choose.

Skilled craftsman are needed on Friday for some of the tasks.

Event Partners:  Bayfield County, Bayfield Area Trails, Landmark Conservancy

Location:  Maxwell Forest in Ashland, WI: 60393 WI-118, Ashland, WI 54806. Park at the end of the driveway or alongside of driveway. No restrooms available.

Although we love our furry friends, please leave your dog at home for this group event.

Accessibility: This location is not wheelchair accessible.

Physical Activity:  Expect physical work, with bending over, using tools, etc.

What to bring:

Personal Gear – Work gloves, work shoes/boots, water, bug repellent, lunch if you plan to work entire day on Saturday

Tools (label with your name) – Drills (with bits and batteries), metal rakes, shovels, Rogue hoes, Pulaski, McLeod, hand saws, loppers, clippers, etc. If you are experienced using a chainsaw, please bring one and appropriate safety gear.

Supplies Provided: Water and snacks

Contact:  

Sara Hudson – Bayfield County: 715-209-5836

Erika Lang – Landmark Conservancy: 541-619-8398

Registration: Registration requested by September 7. Volunteer release form hard copies will be available on site.

Details

  • Date: September 11
  • Time:
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Organizer

Location

  • Maxwell Forest
  • 60393 WI-118
    Ashland, WI 54806 United States
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