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TEST camp-style teen work party (weekend wp type)

Weekend Work Party

Wed Oct 27, 2027 9:00 AM — Fri Oct 29, 2027 3:00 PM

Trip Difficulty: Limited

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Region

Puget Sound and Islands — Bellingham Area

Crew Leader: will allen

Whatcom Falls from the Bridge by thebrink

Overview

Youth ages 14-18 are invited join WTA to improve trails and protect salmon habitat at Whatcom Falls Park! This work party will seek to foster peer-to-peer connections between high school-aged teens who want to give back to local trails.

About the Area

There are three and a half miles of trails in Whatcom Falls Park. Many routes wind through the forests, some overlooking the creek gorge and still pools. Some wind through open meadows, while others stay in deep forest.

What to Expect

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

Project Description

We will either be improving trail or continuing with the restoration work from the previous days event.

Camping and Hiking Information

Our hike to the project site is expected to be 1-2 miles roundtrip over flat or gently rolling terrain.

Schedule

  • 9:00 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew, rain or shine
  • 9:05 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
  • 3:00 PM: Head out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead

For safety reasons, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed.9:0

Planning Information

Get ready for a great day outside!

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

What to Bring

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.

  • 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

From the Hiking Guide

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Directions

From I-5, take exit 253 to Lakeway Drive. Continue east on Lakeway Drive for just under 1.5 miles. Turn left onto Silver Beach Rd and follow that into the park.

Note: Please follow the written directions above instead of using a GPS device. This will ensure that you get to the correct meeting location for this work party. The location of the pinpoint below is only approximate.

Getting to WTA work parties can involve travel on rough, unpaved roads in areas without cellular service and without street addresses that can be accurately used by navigation devices. Unless specifically noted otherwise, routes can generally be traveled by all types of vehicles. Volunteers with limited experience driving on unpaved mountain roads may want to allow extra time, beyond what is recommended in the directions above, to get to the meeting location.

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