Help us maintain the trail at Hickory Forest Natural Area! This property owned by Traverse City will provide new recreation opportunities to many and is bolstered by the added acreage of adjacent Hickory Hills Recreation Area.

The Basics:

GTRLC will supply all tools necessary for the workday. We will teach you everything you need to know about tool use, safety, and trail construction. No prior experience necessary! A range of activities are available, from lightweight trimming to heavy-duty trail work.

The Conservancy follows state, federal and CDC guidelines for COVID-19 and may modify or cancel this event at any time. Do not participate in any activity if you were recently exposed (within 10 days) to someone with COVID-19 or have recently (within 10 days) been diagnosed with COVID-19.

What can volunteers find themselves doing:

Clearing vegetation from the trail corridor
Using hand tools to create the trail bed
Fine-tuning sections of trail and restoring impacted areas
Painting blazing on trees to aid in orientation
What we recommend bringing:

Dress for the weather! Always check the forecast in advance
Sturdy, close-toed shoes that can handle some mud
Bring a reusable water bottle and some snacks
Sunscreen and bug spray for your safety and comfort
A pair of work gloves