Trails

There’s no better way to show love for Scotchman Peaks than volunteering for a trail crew. It’s the work that keeps our wild backyard open for everyone.

You don’t need experience to join one of our trail projects – just a willingness to learn. Our staff and volunteer trail leads will teach you everything you need to know about trail safety, cross-cut saw techniques, weed identification, trail building methods, and more.

See our Trail Work Schedule below and sign up today!

Are you feeling that swinging a Pulaski, or working the action end of a crosscut saw is out of your comfort zone? That’s ok… hike up iconic Scotchman Peak trail #65 and be a volunteer goat ambassador instead. Dates fill fast for this fun program, be sure to sign up today.

Become a Trail Ambassador!

 

Jul
Friday
31
2026

Trail Project: Napoleon Gulch Trail #1035

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join us on July 31st on Napoleon Gulch Trail! This long neglected trail needs our love! We will be performing tree removal, tread repair and brushing. Prepare for lots of hard work, laughter, and a rewarding time on the trail! Where: Napoleon Gulch Trail #1035 via the Dry gulch access Trail Head off the Bull River Highway When:Friday July …


Aug
Saturday
01
2026

Intro to Trail Work & Traditional Tool Talk in Libby

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Join FSPW for an engaging Intro to Trail Work & Traditional Tool Talk, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of maintaining and building sustainable trails. This drop-in session covers essential traditional tools like crosscut saws and pulaskis, along with techniques and best practices for soil erosion control, proper trail design, and safety measures, all while enjoying the great outdoors. No experience …


Aug
Saturday
08
2026

Women’s Day Trail Project: Dry Creek Trail #1021

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join us on August 8th at Dry Creek for our Women’s Day. This is a wonderful opportunity to dip your toe into the trail clearing world. While this trail is slightly difficult because of the maintenance needed, come learn the ropes from highly educated and trail trained women and have fun in a low pressure environment! We will be …


Aug
Saturday
15
2026

Trail Project: Gulch Trail

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join us on August 15th on one of the Gulch Trails! These long neglected trails need our love and plan to spend time at whichever one needs our attention the most! We will be performing tree removal, tread repair and brushing. Prepare for lots of hard work, laughter, and a rewarding time on the trail! 📍 Gulch Trail #(TBD) …


Aug
Sat - Sun
29 - 30
2026

Trail Project: Gulch Trail Overnight

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join us on August 29th and 30th for a backpacking overnight on one of the Gulch Trails! These long neglected trails need our love and we plan to spend time at whichever one needs our attention the most. As the day gets closer we will pick the exact trail to work on. We will be performing tree removal, tread …


Sep
Tuesday
01
2026

Intro to Trail Work & Traditional Tool Talk in Trout Creek

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org    903-440-2250

Join FSPW for an engaging Intro to Trail Work & Traditional Tool Talk, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of maintaining and building sustainable trails. This drop-in session covers essential traditional tools like crosscut saws and pulaskis, along with techniques and best practices for soil erosion control, proper trail design, and safety measures, all while enjoying the great outdoors. No experience …


Sep
Saturday
05
2026

Trail Project: Blacktail Creek Trail #997

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join us on Saturday, September 5th at our beloved Blacktail Creek Trail. We will be performing tree removal, tread repair and brushing in order to get this trail in tip-top shape for hunting and fall hiking season. Prepare for lots of hard work, laughter, and a rewarding time on the trail! 📍 Blacktail Creek Trail #997 ⏰ Saturday September …


Sep
Wed - Thu
09 - 10
2026

Trail Project: Little Spar Lake Trail #143 (Women’s Overnight Project)

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join us on September 9th and 10th for a backpacking overnight to Little Spar Lake! We will perform two work days and spend the night at beautiful Little Spar Lake. This trip is only open to women and will have 8 sign up spots total. We will be performing tree removal, tread repair and brushing. Prepare for lots of …


Sep
Saturday
26
2026

National Public Lands Day Trail Project: Pillick Ridge Trail #1036

Contact:Savannah Willison
Method:savannah@scotchmanpeaks.org   

Come join FSPW in celebrating National Public Lands Day! We will be performing trail maintenance on the much neglected Pillick Ridge. Prepare for a long day on the trail, full of hard work, laughter, and rewarding views. We will be celebrating National Public Lands Day with a well earned BBQ at the trailhead after a hard day on the trail. …