Overview

Come out and join us at Me-Kwa-Mooks, as we give this park a much needed refresh! We will focus on tread, drainage and brushing.

About the Area

Me-Kwa-Mooks Park is a small public park located in West Seattle and managed by Seattle Parks and Recreation. Me-Kwa-Mooks is an Anglicized version of the Lushootseed word for Alki Point, sbaqʷabqs (pronounced SBAH-kwahb-ks), which means "prairie point."

Prior to it's acquisition by the City of Seattle in 1971, the land was occupied by the homestead of the pioneers Ferdinand and Emma Schmitz.

What to Expect

We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary.

Project Description

Trails at Me-Kwa-Mooks have seen very little maintenance over the years. WTA crews will spend time rebenching tread, installing drainage, brushing, and some possible structure work throughout the entire trail system. 

Hiking Information

Anticipate 1-2 miles of hiking roundtrip over hilly terrain in addition to maintenance work.

Camping Information

No Camping

Schedule

• 8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew, rain or shine
• 8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing, then hike to the project site
• Morning: Work at your own pace, and take breaks throughout the day
• 12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail
• Afternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day's work
• 3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead

For safety reasons, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed.

Planning Information

Get ready for a great day outside! Consider a post-work party walk along nearby Alki Beach.

What it Takes to Do This Work Party

• No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need
• Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain
• Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18

What to Wear

Required:

• Sturdy closed-toe shoes
• Work gloves
• Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses, or safety glasses)
• Long pants

Recommended:

• Sturdy work or hiking boots
• Long sleeved shirt

A hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants, or sturdy closed toes shoes, will not be able to participate in the work party.

What to Bring

• Lunch and plenty of water
• Rain jacket and pants
• Extra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather
• A pack to carry your personal gear
• A sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!

Firearms and weapons are not allowed.

More Information

• Frequently Asked Questions
• WTA's Trail Work Guide introduces the type of work you may do
• Contact us at volunteer@wta.org or 206.625.1367

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