We are rehabilitating the Appalachian Trail on the West side of Black Mountain. In 2016 we did a lot of work rehabilitating the Appalachian Trail on the east side of Black Mountain. (see album #54). In June of 2018 we started working on the West side and by December we had almost made it to the summit. (photos start in album #72) Now it’s 2019 and we are back on the West side of Black Mt. to finish this project. With good weather we hope to be finished here after 3 crew weekends.
This was great weather weekend. On all three days we had great volunteer turnout and good weather. Looking at our progress, we got a lot accomplished this weekend
This final section is really in two parts. Part 1A, Russ and a few crew members will be working on a steep and rugged section, Part 1B a little further up hill needs about 16 big steps, here Erik is running the show and Part 2, rehabilitating a dangerous rock scramble, is about 1/4 mile further up the mountain and almost to the summit. Here it’s Chris and Marty leading the charge.
Friday and Saturday were nice days and we accomplished a lot but Sunday was a different story. Another crew outing weekend comes to an end and we are looking forward to our next outing in two weeks. Nice work everyone. Thank you all.
The Appalachian Trail is always changing and evolving. All along the A.T., work crews, like LDTC constantly relocate and rehabilitate portions of the trail to protect nature and to enhance the Appalachian Trail hiking experience.
All of our projects take a lot of effort and as always, all done by volunteers. Our experience crew and crew leaders are eager to teach volunteers of all abilities the skills needed to build hiking trails.
Speaking of volunteers, not everyone can make it everyday and that’s OK with us. Some volunteers come out everyday while others can only make it to 1 or 2. Don’t feel that you have to commit to an entire project or even a weekend, any help is appreciated and being a volunteer you can come and go as you see fit.
We're a community of volunteers who build, protect and maintain hiking trails. We invite you to join us. You’ll be glad you did.
