Events

Border Route Trail Wilderness Maintenance Trip-South Lake Trail-BWCA, MN

When

September 19, 2025 - September 24, 2025    
12:00 pm

Event Type

This is a wilderness trail maintenance trip using hand tools working on the South Lake Trail and parts of the Border Route Trail.

We will backpacking in 4 miles and setting up base camp at South Lake campsite on Friday September 19. We’ll be maintaining the South Lake Trail, Border Route Trail west of the South Lake Trail, and clearing the South Lake campsite.

Because we will be base camping, you can join us for all or part of the trip.

Car pooling is encouraged.

For this wilderness trip, you will need to furnish your own food and cookware, tent, water treatment, rain gear and proper clothing.

BRTA will furnish permits, tools (no power tools allowed), gloves, helmets, and goggles. No training or special skills required other than ability to work hard and have fun. Details on meet-up and departure location will be shared when we have the group signed up.

Deposit: $25
Max Trip Size: 9 people

Please complete the Volunteer-In-Parks form before the trip begins. In the unlikely event of an injury, this ensures workers comp coverage.

Coordinator: Chris F. – csfothergill@gmail.com – (952) 807-6688

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