Volunteering is one of the best ways to become involved with the great project that was started almost a century ago, when Bob Marshall discovered the great outdoors and thought it worth preserving. Today, there are countless opportunities to work as a volunteer for the Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation. The long list includes everything from strenuous week-long trips to clear fallen trees off the historic phone to shorter weekend projects that aim to clear out some of the trails affected by the large 2007 wildfires. Volunteer Season goes until September so there is some time left if you are interested.
Digging In (Image: TogetherGreen via Flickr)
Volunteers have been helping out at the BMWF for 15 years now, they have been deep into one of the country’s largest and most remote wildernesses, they have maintained and preserved many a trail, cabin or artifact. But volunteering at “The Bob” is more than just work, it is an experience. Some of have even thought of it as a free vacation. But that only works if you love working outdoors with a bunch of seasoned experts that provide the knowledge and the equipment. The BMWF takes care of that and the food for the trip, so there is nothing that you have to worry about. Except, of course, your body. Personally, I feel that there is nothing better than a long day of working out in the woods, smelling, tasting, breathing the wonderful atmosphere of the wilderness. But thats just me. You should come and see for yourself.
