Fall Foliage at its Finest with Tennessee Comfort at Natchez Trace State Park- Returning Favorite

Fall Foliage at its Finest with Tennessee Comfort! Natchez Trace State Park and Forest contains 48,000 heavily forested acres of hardwood and pine, with many lakes and abundant wildlife including turkey, deer, squirrels and many bird species. While staying in the group lodge, volunteers will work near the picturesque Cub Creek Lake, a 58 acre lake built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in 1938.

Volunteers will do general trail maintenance on the Pin Oak Trail. Volunteers will learn about sustainable trail design, trail maintenance, and hone their trail building skills utilizing various tools including Pulaskis and Mcleods. Trail building each day will be moderate with hikes of less than one mile to the work site.

When finished for the day and on the day off volunteers can enjoy the park’s hiking trails ranging from a one-half mile up to 4.5 miles, and even a section of the 40 mile overnight trail. The trails wind through the forest and fields and along the lakeshores and streams of Natchez Park. Volunteers can also enjoy the museum that features local and park history, picnic facilities,, boating and the park’s restaurant.

Volunteers will have access to the park’s fishing boats, kayaks, and pedal boats for afternoon relaxation.

There is no experience needed to join a Volunteer Vacation! Your expert hosts will provide detailed instruction, tool demonstrations, and project oversight throughout the week. All you need is a willing attitude and to be in good physical condition to participate in moderate physical activity for approximately 6-8 hours a day with plenty of breaks, at your own pace. Find out more about what it’s like to join a Volunteer Vacation and other frequently asked questions here.

Area and Attractions

Natchez Trace State Park and Forest contains 48,000 heavily forested acres of hardwood and pine, with many lakes and abundant wildlife including turkey, deer, squirrels and many bird species. Volunteers will be working near the picturesque Cub Creek Lake, a 58 acre lake built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in 1938. The park has 13.5 miles of hiking trails, ranging from a one-half mile up to 4.5 miles, and a 40 mile overnight trail (where volunteers will be working). The trails wind through the forest and fields and along the lake shores and streams of Natchez Park. Visit Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum in Jackson, about an hour drive, featuring the former home of Jones, a museum, country store and shopping venue or drive 1.5 hours to see Nashville, the capital of Tennessee.

Accommodations Description

Volunteers will stay in the group lodge which consists of five separate cottages, four of which sleep 10 each and one which will accommodate eight, each with a full kitchen, two full baths, dining room, living room, and deck with a picnic table. All sleeping arrangements are bunk beds. Volunteers need to bring their own sheets, bedding or sleeping bag; towels; and personal cup, bowl, mug, and eating utensils.

Registration Link: https://americanhiking.org/volunteer-vacation-trip/fall-foliage-at-its-finest-with-tennessee-comfort-at-natchez-trace-state-park-returning-favorite/