Join us for a special women’s trail project designed to build skills, confidence, and community in the outdoors. This project creates a welcoming, supportive space for women who are curious about trail work and excited to learn by doing. Led by experienced female trail professionals in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (specific location TBD - likely central or eastern Nevada and equidistant from the Reno office and Vegas office), this women-only weekend will focus on hands-on skill building. You’ll learn and practice essential trail maintenance techniques like crosscut saw use, tread repair, drainage improvements, brushing, and rockwork; all in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

This project is also a great stepping stone for those interested in taking their skills further. We encourage participants to join our Women’s Trail Maintenance Project on South Twin in the Arc Dome Wilderness (September 3rd–6th), where we’ll backpack into the Wilderness and continue developing advanced rockwork skills.

Trail work is more than just a weekend outside; it’s a chance to make a lasting impact. By maintaining and restoring trails, you’ll help protect surrounding ecosystems, reduce unnecessary damage to the landscape, and create safe, durable routes for others to experience the Wilderness.

Come learn new skills, connect with an incredible community of women, and be part of something meaningful. We’d love to have you out there!

Information

Difficulty level: Moderate- see our difficulty rating here. This project is suitable for individuals in good physical condition who participate in a semi-exercise routine. Most people who are physically active can participate at this level. 

Location: TBD (likely central or eastern Nevada and equidistant from the Reno office and Vegas office)

Dates: Friday, July 31st - Sunday, August 2nd 

Travel: Location TBD. AWD vehicle and high clearance is will likely be needed to reach the campsite. A limited number of spots are available in Friends trucks from the Sparks Office and Las Vegas to transport volunteers; carpooling with other volunteers or caravaning are some other options. 

Food: Breakfast and coffee are provided on Saturday and Sunday, and a big group dinner (with dessert) on Saturday night. Volunteers must bring their own food for Friday, all lunches, and snacks.

Gear/Clothing: Long sleeves, long pants, sturdy work or hiking shoes. Camping equipment: tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad. Camping gear is available for loan. Check out our suggested Packing List.

More Details: In-depth information, such as camping location, weather, and project specifics, will be sent out about a week before to those who have RSVP'd.

Are Dogs Allowed? No dogs are allowed on this project. 

Want to bring a friend? All participants must RSVP individually (even partners, spouses, children, etc). Please send them this link and tell them to sign up.

Questions?: Check out our FAQ page here or email [email protected].

RSVP is required to participate.

Friends of Nevada Wilderness and our partners put a great deal of time and resources into organizing volunteer projects. When you RSVP you are committing to join us on that project. We understand circumstances may arise where you need to cancel. So, if you’re no longer able to attend, please cancel your RSVP as soon as possible so other volunteers can join the project. You can cancel your RSVP through the cancellation link in your project confirmation email or by emailing [email protected].