Help Out At The Obed Wild & Scenic River's Annual Cumberland Trail Workday

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January 15, 2025

Trail crew at work / NPS

Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning (TCWP) and the Obed Wild and Scenic River invite you to our annual Cumberland Trail Workday on Saturday, February 8th. Volunteers will gather at Rock Creek Campground at 10:00 a.m. (EST).

We’ll focus on maintaining a 2.5-mile section of the Cumberland Trail between Rock Creek Campground and Alley Ford. After completing the work, participants can relax with a late lunch by the river before hiking back to the campground. The event wraps up around 3:00 p.m. (EST).

What to Expect

Trail maintenance tasks include:

Clearing clogged water bars
Removing fallen logs and branches
Cutting back overgrown brush
Restoring sections of the trail base

What to Bring

Footwear: Sturdy shoes or boots
Tools: Work gloves, shovels, loppers, clippers, and small bow/folding saws (no chainsaws, please). Some tools will be available at the event.
Essentials: Weather-appropriate clothing, plenty of water, snacks, and lunch
Optional: Sunscreen and bug spray

Weather Policy

In case of bad weather, the workday may be rescheduled.

Come lend a hand, enjoy the great outdoors, and help us keep the Cumberland Trail beautiful.

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