Friends of Scotchman Peaks plans hikes, trail work events

For those looking to get outside this summer, hit the trails and help your neighbors enjoy their wild backyard, Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness has plenty of opportunities.

Whether you help to keep goats safe or restore trails in the Scotchmans, you can rest easy knowing you’re making wild places better for everyone.

The FSPW’s volunteer trail maintenance days are perfect for anyone who loves exploring the spectacular Scotchman Peaks region while also getting their hands dirty.

By improving the trails, you’re getting to connect with the land that you love while also ensuring others can too. All experience levels are welcome — it doesn’t matter if you’ve never swung a Pulaski in your life.

Best of all, you get to enjoy the sunshine and good company while you’re out.

FSPW has several trail project days scheduled plus a few overnight opportunities. Sign-up today at https://www.scotchmanpeaks.org/hikes-events-schedule/

Likewise, the Trail Ambassador program is all about keeping hikers and goats safe on the trails.

Ambassadors spend the day on the Scotchman Peak trail, educating fellow hikers about the local wildlife.

In the past, curious mountain goats have gotten a little too friendly with hiking parties, attracted by the salty sweat and hope of food.

While it can seem charming, things can go wrong quickly when humans and goats get too close. In fact, a biting incident years ago temporarily closed Scotchman Peak trail.

Obviously, that’s no good for humans or goats. Enter the Trail Ambassadors. These folks hit the trails to remind fellow hikers that mountain goats are best appreciated from a distance.

To sign up visit https://www.scotchmanpeaks.org/you-can-help/leave-mountain-goats-wild/

It’s shaping up to be a busy summer season! Spend some time giving back to the trails that you love. If you want to help out in other ways, chances are we can find a way for you to contribute!

Shoot us an email at info@scotchmanpeaks.com.