In Lake County, our trail initiatives are all about fostering connections and improving the outdoors. We’re shaping a better future for this stunning locale. Find out how you can play a role in this community-driven transformation
2023 May Queen Fence Removal
Removal of worm fencing within May Queen, cutting down old fencing and loading onto trailer, this should take 4 to 5 hours of work and volunteers can meet in the Butcher Boy Day Use area at 9:00. Bring gloves, water, and sunscreen.
2023 County Road 9c Fence Removal
Remove old fencing along the county road, we will scatter the old fencing and load any pieces that contain spike nails. Meet at the Leadville Ranger Station at 9:00 and we will leave from there to the site. Work shouldn’t take more than a few hours but bring snacks, water, and sunscreen.
2023 Twin Lakes Sign Installation
The District has larger aluminum signs that need to be installed at different sites along Twin Lakes, we are looking for at least 6 volunteers to break off into groups of 2 to have these signs installed. Meet at the Leadville Ranger Station at 9:00 to load supplies and head to Twin Lakes.
2023 Black Cloud Fence and Kiosk Installation
Volunteers will build segments of buck and rail fencing and install the new kiosk; FS employees will be on hand to teach and help with installation. This will take 2 days, August 26th and 27th. We will meet at the Leadville Ranger Station at 9:00. Bring lunch, water, and sunscreen.
Roads and Trail Monitoring
Any volunteers interested in participating in these projects please contact kate.demorest@usda.gov or james.fiorelli@usda.gov and we will line you out with maps and monitoring forms.
2023 Halfmoon Road Fire Ring Clean-up
Please just us on Sunday, October 1st, to clean up the dispersed camping impacts on Halfmoon Road.
2023 Twin Lakes Forebay Clean Up
Please join us to help remove fire rings, ash, waste, and decommissioning illegal sites from the Forebay dispersed camping area of Twin Lakes. We will meet at 9am at the top of the Twin Lakes Forebay. Fun facts about our workday: We cleaned up 37 fire rings, 65 lbs of trash, addressed 32 ess esses […]
Ski Cooper: Ski with a Ranger Program
Volunteers needed for 2023-2024 Ski with a RangerHave you ever wanted to share how cool our mountains and forest are and ski for free while doing so? The Leadville Ranger District is looking for volunteers to help with the 2023-2024 Ski with a Ranger program at Ski Cooper. Ski with a Ranger offers guided downhill ski […]
Smith/Young Ditch Beaver Deceiver Installation
Meet at the Leadville Ranger Station at 9:00. Signup ahead of time – volunteers MUST bring their own chest waders. Led by Jeni Windorski – USFS Wildlife Biologist.
2024 Willis Gulch Work with Friends of Twin Lakes
Come join FOLC in partnership with Friends of Twin Lakes and the Continental Divide Trail Coalition, installing 2 segments of fencing and some signage. We will also replenish road base on approaches to the bridge. Meet at Willis Gulch Trailhead at 9:00 am! Lunch will be provided by the Twin Lakes Inn food truck, courtesy […]
2024 Halfmoon Road Clean Up
Clean-up along Halfmoon Road – a joint project with Runners for Public Lands. With roughly 30 volunteers, this group tackled clearing several loads of trash and dispersing 65 illegal fire rings! A handful of volunteers also installed new buck and rail fencing at the kiln sites (FS – Heritage Resource) along the road to protect […]
2024 Lake County Community Clean Up
Join your community to help pick up trash, weed planters, and more. Trash bags can be picked up at the Volunteer table at the Lake County Courthouse lawn, 505 Harrison Avenue, beginning 9am. Melanzana is donating a Microgrid hoodie for the raffle! We will also be celebrating with a complementary lunch! Please bring your own […]
2024 Twin Lakes Heritage Park Annual Clean Up
We need your help to make the area shine, come enjoy this annual community time with us! May 18th from 9 am – 12pm. Please RSVP if you haven’t already so we have an accurate lunch count! RSVP friendsoftwinlakes@gmail.com.
2024 Trailhead Stewards – Tennessee Pass
Join us for our first Trailhead Stewards project! As a Trailhead Steward, you will help with public outreach and education around practicing good stewardship and how to recreate responsibly on our public lands. In partnership with the Colorado Tourism Office, we’ll be leaning on Leave No Trace principles that have a fun Colorado-specific spin. A […]
2024 Trailhead Stewards – Highline Trail
Join us for our second Trailhead Stewards project! As a Trailhead Steward, you will help with public outreach and education around practicing good stewardship and how to recreate responsibly on our public lands. In partnership with the Colorado Tourism Office, we’ll be leaning on Leave No Trace principles that have a fun Colorado-specific spin. A […]
2024 Mt. Elbert Forebay Cleanup with CMC Outdoor Recreation Leadership students
Join us for a service learning project in partnership with CMC Leadville’s Outdoor Recreation Leadership cohort! This day will likely include some clean up and sign installation – more details to come! Date: September 5, 2024Location: Mt. Elbert ForebayTime: 9:00 am
Bat Box Installation at Interlaken
Join us and USFS wildlife expert Jeni Windorski to install 3-4 bat boxes on posts around the Interlaken Historic area. Folks interested in hiking should meet at the Interlaken Trailhead at 9am, or choose to take your own kayak or canoe out from Red Rooster and meet at the Historic site at 9:30! Volunteers should […]
