EVOLVE Wilderness Stewardship Vacation--Steelhead Lake

Spend your holiday in the splendid Sierra backcountry, giving back to places you love!

Friends of the Inyo makes it easy to earn wilderness sweat equity with a rewarding and relaxing volunteer vacation. Cost includes pack support (mules carry the gear), work supplies, all meals and trip leaders/guides. Cost: $150

EVOLVE Steelhead Lake August 19-22

Help restore a meadow and repair a trail below stunning Steelhead Lake, in McGee Creek Canyon in the John Muir Wilderness on this weekend trip.

Thursday, August 19: Optional arrival at McGee Creek Pack Station, dinner and camping

Friday morning: Pack up and hike to camp near Grassy Lake, begin work

Saturday: Work, with time for hiking and exploring

Sunday: Finish work, then hike out in the afternoon