CMC seeks volunteers for trail restoration workday
Volunteers will assist with trail and community restoration efforts. Donated photo
Carolina Mountain Club (CMC) is gearing up for another significant trail restoration event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, in Hot Springs.
Volunteers will gather to help restore the area’s trails and community spaces, both of which were heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene. Youth aged 14 and up are also encouraged to participate with a parent or guardian.
With the effects of Hurricane Helene still being felt, CMC has been leading the charge in post-storm trail recovery efforts across Western North Carolina. Recently, the Friday work crew broke its attendance record with 36 participants, including 16 new faces, coming together to clear sections of the Appalachian Trail between Sugarloaf Mountain and Flint Gap.
“The support we’ve seen in the post-Hurricane Helene response has been nothing short of amazing,” said Paul Curtin, CMC’s Appalachian trail supervisor. “This community spirit is what keeps our trails open and safe for everyone to enjoy, and we’re excited to bring that energy to Hot Springs for our next big workday on Nov. 30.”
Volunteers for the upcoming Hot Springs workday should meet at 8 a.m. at the US Forest Service parking lot (160 Zillicoa St., Asheville) to carpool.
Participants are asked to bring their own lunch, water, work gloves and appropriate attire for the weather. CMC will provide tools and personal protective equipment (PPE). For more information and to register for the Hot Springs workday, visit cmc100th.org.
