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Boundary Sign Repair in Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge
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Description
Spend a weekend in the beautiful and pristine Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge while working on restoration projects that will help improve wildlife habitat and re-naturalize the area. This project will directly help improve the natural area, wildlife, and their habitat. This project will require 4-6 miles of hiking along the No Hunt Zone boundary in the Northwest corner of the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge to find, replace, and repair the No Hunting Zone signs.
Location
Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge
Directions
Travel: An AWD vehicle and high clearance is recommended to reach the campsite. We will leave Reno on Thursday Morning, returning Sunday afternoon. A limited number of spots are available in Friends trucks from the Sparks Office to transport volunteers, and carpooling is also an option.
How to Volunteer for This Opportunity
Difficulty: Moderate See our difficulty rating here.This project is suitable for individuals in good physical condition who participate in a semi-exercise routine. Most people who are physically active can participate at this level. This project will include hiking 4-6 miles daily with signs and tools off trail with little to no elevation gain.
Travel: An AWD vehicle and high clearance is recommended to reach the campsite. We will leave Reno on Thursday Morning, returning Sunday afternoon. A limited number of spots are available in Friends trucks from the Sparks Office to transport volunteers, and carpooling is also an option.
