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.
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.
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.