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Trail Workdays
Trail Workdays
Workday Preparation
When you come out for a trail workday, be prepared for the conditions and a good hike. Some volunteers bring a change of clothes, especially during the hot summer months. In cooler weather, dress in multiple thin layers to better regulate your temperature. When it is dry, we usually do a group ride after the trail work is done (and sometimes one before as well). So bring your bike gear. CAMBr will be able to supply you with any hand tools needed. Remember to not over-exert yourself in extreme heat, use tools safely, and only use tools you are comfortable with. One thing to be careful of is poison ivy, though simple precautions will protect you most of the time.

The important stuff:
• Insect repellant
• Leather work gloves
• Hard-soled boots
• Long pants (Protection from ticks)
• Hat (Protection from branch tips and thorns)
• Protective eyewear (Protection from branch tips and thorns)
• Hydration pack (water bottles get lost)
• Hooded raincoat (if the forecast dictates)

And don't forget that every volunteer working in the Cook County preserves must sign an annual waiver.
2013 CAMBr - North Workdays
2013-04-07Raceway workday 9:00AM-12:30***Workday is on.  Hope to see you there!   We have several projects we can do even if it is a little wet.***

If you plan to attend, please indicate that in the poll here so that we can plan accordingly.

We will be working from 9:00-12:30, then having lunch.  

New people always welcome!  Any questions, ask here or send me a private message.

Meet by the silo off Route 31.   Lunch will be provided.
2013-05-05Raceway workday 9 to 12.30Come help improve the trail at Raceway.   Our goal for this workday is to fix a few drainage issues so that the trail holds up to the rain better.  
 
If you plan to attend, please indicate that in the poll here so that we can plan accordingly.

We will be working from 9:00-12:30, then having lunch.  

New people always welcome!  We're friendly...just show up, no experience necessary!  

Bring a pair of work gloves and some decent footwear suitable for hiking in mud/dirt.

Any questions, ask here or send me a private message.

If the weather looks questionable, check back here in the morning for an update.

Meet by the silo off Route 31.   Lunch will be provided.
2013-05-14Workday @ Raceway May 14 5:30pInformal workday Tuesday May 14 at Raceway 5:30pm - Dark.   We will be working on the muddy section on the lower level.   Join us if you can, at whatever time works for you.   New people always welcome - just show up.    Please post up if you plan to be there. 
2013-05-15Andres Park workday 5.30Continue cutting singletrack return path.
2013-05-23Andres Park Workday 5.30Join us to continue building the multiuse trail and ensure that the skills area is in good shape.
2013-05-25Raceway Workday 8.30 to 11.30Please join us if you are in town. We need to trim the sightlines and remove the outer lip that is forming on some sections of the trail.

Ideally we have 3 power tool users and 3 others helping.

Thanks
Mike
2013-05-29Andres Park workday 5.30 Continue to build out the bike park
2013-06-05Andres Park workday 5.30Meet by the skills area.
2013-06-12Andres Park Workday 5.30Meet by the skills area.
2013-06-15Andres Park Workday specialWe are planning a sponsored workday with some special guests.

As soon as it is confirmed we will inform you.

Mike
2013-06-19Andres Park Workday at 5.30Meet by the skills area.
2013-06-26Andres Park Workday at 5.30Meet by the skills area
2013-06-30Raceway workday 9 to 12.30Details to be posted
2013 South Workdays
2013-01-12South Workday @ PalosI know, these are not our trails, but as long as I have your attention; CAMBr South will be having a workday on January 12, 2013 at 9:00am.  Meet at the Saganashkee boat launch on 107th.  Weather permitting we will be burning brush piles and dragging brush and branches near the XX Extension.

https://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8&cid=10756847099975275675&q=Saganashkee+Slough+Boat+Launch&iwloc=A&gl=US&hl=en
2013-02-03South Workday @PalosSouth Trail Work Day Sunday Feb 3, 9:00am. We will be dragging and burning brush piles. Meet at bottom of Dynamite Road, Palos


https://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&authuser=0&q=12361+West+107th+Street,+Lemont,+United+States&aq=&vps=1&sll=41.696435,-87.921179&sspn=0.000742,0.001549&vpsrc=6&t=h&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=12361+W+107th+St,+Lemont,+Illinois+60439
2013-02-23CAMBr soouth workday @ PalosDetails to be posted. MOVING WORKDAY TO SUNDAY DUE TO WARMER TEMPS. 02/24/2013
2013-03-03Burn Day Workday @ PalosWith all the fun we had last weekend burning brush piles, we figured why not do it again.

When: Sunday, March 3rd
Time: 9:00am
Where:  XXtension (same as last week)  It is where Dynamite Road crosses 107th.  If you look at the streetview, Steve's truck is parked at the meeting spot.
83/archer/107th is the closest intersection.  
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=204178752364684793511.00046b918950e0c9eb4af&msa=0&ll=41.696452,-87.921099&spn=0.000519,0.001206

Wear gloves, boots and cotton clothes you won't mind getting a burn hole in from sparks from the fire.  Lunch will be served after.
2013-03-10CAMBr soouth workday @ PalosWORKDAY CANCELED. May reschedule for next Sunday. Saturday is the Fort Custer Trip.
2013-03-30CAMBr soouth workday @ Palos We will be raffling off a Thomson certificate and have some swag for First Timmers.

We will be meeting at Saganashkee boat launch off 107th st. at 9:00 am. We have multiple projects to work on and will split up from there.

https://maps.google.com/maps?q=41.696992,-87.906171&ll=41.69751,-87.906064&spn=0.005207,0.006899&num=1&t=h&z=17&iwloc=lyrftr:h,10756847099975275675,41.697141,-87.906021
2013-04-21CAMBr soouth workday @ PalosDetails to be posted
2013-05-04CAMBr soouth workday @ PalosWe will meet at Dynamite rd and 107 th st 9:00 am.

Please leave room for the trailers and park at the Saganashkee boat launch off 107th st. at 9:00 am. We have multiple projects to work on and will split up from there.
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=41.696992,-87.906171&ll=41.69751,-87.906064&spn=0.005207,0.006899&num=1&t=h&z=17&iwloc=lyrftr:h,10756847099975275675,41.697141,-87.906021
2013-05-11South workday @ Palos
Meet at Maple Lake East 9:00
2013-06-08CAMBr south workday @ Palos Details to be posted
2013-06-23CAMBr south workday @ Palos Details to be posted
2013-07-13CAMBr South Workday @ PalosRace Course prep
2013 CAMBr - West Workdays
2013-03-23SWK Trail Workday 3/23/13This work day will be canceled due to the weather; temperatures haven't raised at all, ground will be frozen. Check details for the following workday!
2013-03-31SWK Trail Workday 3/31/13Details to be posted soon due to Easter.  But we will be adding an extra day this spring to fix the damage.  Next scheduled workday is 4-14.  But if you are looking to help out, Palos is having a workday Saturday, March 30th.
2013-04-14SWK Trail Workday 4/14/13Might work on Dominator, check back for details.

WORK STARTS AT 9:00AM

Please come slightly early to fill out seasonal liability/release forms.  
2013-04-27SWK Work DayThe work day is unfortunately cancelled due to the weather. Even though it feels and looks like summer, half of SWK is under water.
2013-05-05Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
2013-05-11SWK Work DayInstead of working on the trails come on out and enjoy the demo bikes from our friends at Pedal N' Spokes!
2013-06-01SWK Work DayCheck back for details
2013-06-01garden workday10am-7pm  Come out for a couple hours or the whole day to lend a hand working on the pumptrack and jumps.
2013-06-09Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
2013-07-14Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
2013-08-11Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
2013-08-25Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
2013-09-08Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
2013-09-22Plainfield Bike Park workday1pm start. Bring a pair of work gloves and a good attitude CAMBr West will supply the rest.
Upcoming Calendar
Calendar Memorial Day
Upcoming Events: Raceway Workday 8.30 to 11.30 (2013-05-25), CAMBr Memorial Day trip (2013-05-24 to 2013-05-26), Andres Park workday 5.30 (2013-05-29), Lake Geneva Canopy Trip (2013-06-01), SWK Work Day (2013-06-01), garden workday (2013-06-01)
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