Moderate

Introduction To Building Rock Steps And Waterbars

Trail Maintenance

Sat. Jun 7

09:00 am

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03:00 pm

1 mile

Open Event

If you have ever wondered how all those rock steps and waterbars get built, or you just want to give back to the trail, here is your opportunity.

In this workshop you will learn about all that goes into building the perfect rock step, from sizing up the job, searching for just the right rock, getting the rock to where it is needed, preparing its new home (a hole in the ground), setting the rock in place, and, finally, making sure hikers actually use it rather than walking around it. No experience is needed, only a desire to learn and build something that will last for generations. All tools will be provided. Bring lunch, water, and work gloves.

Registration is required to ensure that enough tools are available

Event Leader(s)

Jim Liptack

(203) 939-6978

liptackj@gmail.com

Rain Date

None

Organization Partners

Meeting Location Details

5 South Main Street, Kent, CT, US (41.724264, -73.47714)

Mobil Gas station at the jct of rts 7 & 341

Click on the red map pin for the event address.

Appalachian Trail National Scenic Trail

Leashed Dogs Permitted