Vermont Long Trail Patrol
Experience life on the Long Trail. Sponsored jointly by the Green Mountain Club and ATC, the Vermont Long Trail Patrol works on heavy construction projects on hiking trails in Vermont, including the coaligned Appalachian Trail and Long Trail. The experiences of working together, learning new skills and backcountry living make an unbeatable combination of fun. No experience is necessary, but you must be 18 years or older. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy provides training, equipment, and room and board. Crews will travel to primitive backcountry sites from Base camp. Crew LifeField life and Working ConditionsBase CampThe crew is based at the Green Mountain National Forest Mount Tabor Work Center, on the site of the historic Danby Camp for the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, builders of Forest Road 10 and many original AT shelters in Vermont. The camp has full amenities including plumbing, electricity, and big screen TV and is shared with seasonal Forest Service employees. Crew members sleep in 4 bunk dorm rooms. Ample parking is provided. Crew WeekThe Vermont Long Trail Patrol works a Monday-Friday crew week. Crew members arrive the afternoon before their work session for dinner and orientation. Volunteers are welcome to stay at the base camp between sessions. Apply TodayNew Volunteers: We are setting the 2010 Trail crew schedule now. If you'd like to be added to the waiting list, register here, and we'll contact you as soon as the crew schedule is finalized. Give us a call at (540) 953-3571 or email crews@appalachiantrail.org with any questions. A.T. Trail Crew Alumni: Contact us at crews@appalachiantrail.org for an alumni application.
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