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Backbone Trail Repairs Focus of National Trails Day
The Santa Monica Mountains are home to approximately 500 miles of trails.
Volunteers will repair part of the Backbone Trail east of Encinal Canyon Road as part of National Trails Day this Saturday.
The event, which is put on by the National Park Service, is set for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 1.
“We’ll be working to improve the tread, cut back brush and prepare the trails to properly corral and channel next winter’s rains,” said Mike Zenan, roads and trails work leader for Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. “We always appreciate the public’s help maintaining our trail system.”
National Trails Day occurs annually on the first Saturday in June and is the country’s largest celebration of trails. The Santa Monica Mountains are home to approximately 500 miles of trails.
Volunteers should dress appropriately with work gloves, protective footwear, long sleeves and pants, and sun protection. Tools and refreshments will be provided.
Participants must be at least 8 years old and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Those interested in attending should reach out to cathy_schoonmaker@nps.gov or 805-370-2383.
This event is supported by California State Parks, Santa Monica Mountains Trails Council and the Santa Monica Mountains Task Force of the Sierra Club.
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