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February 06, 2007
Volunteer Vacation planned for Atlanta's
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
Two volunteers with a young National Trails Day participant
learning about pond life at Chattahoochee River NRA
during National Trails Day in 2006
During the week of April 29 - May 6, 2007 the National Park Service will be hosting an American Hiking Society Volunteer Vacation Crew at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Participants are needed to perform trail maintenance (erosion control) and to help eradicate invasive plants from the park.
Located just north of downtown Atlanta, Georgia, the Chattahoochee River NRA is a jewel of an urban park. The National Park itself stretches over 48 miles along the banks of the Chattahoochee River.
The park offers opportunities for wildlife watching (Otter, Bald Eagle, White-tailed Deer, and a wide variety of songbirds), fishing, paddling and hiking. Because this park is located near a large urban area, the park's trail system receives a large number of visitors. As a result, the trails require constant attention by volunteers.
The project currently has 10 openings remaining. The fee for participating in the Crew is $130, which includes a membership in American Hiking Society ($100 for American Hiking Society members). The National Park Service will provide food, an improved tent site (including hot showers!), and an airport pick-up at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Participants also receive a deep sense of satisfaction in knowing that they've given something back to America's National Parks system. There is no extra charge for the good vibes that you'll receive for participating in this project.
For those not already familiar with Atlanta, sightseeing destinations include the Georgia Aquarium, Martin Luther King National Historic Site, Atlanta Braves Turner Field, (the Phillies & Dodgers are in town that week) and much more!
If you're interested in exploring a great Southeastern city and giving something
back, please signup for this project today!
Hikers at Chattahoochee River Nat'l Recreation Area
American Hiking Society Staffer Jeffrey Hunter provides pre-hike instructions during National Trails Day 2006 at the Chattahoochee River Nat'l Recreation Area
Volunteerism | By Jeffrey Hunter | 11:11 AM
