New River Gorge Campground Work Weekend

Join us and the New River Gorge Campground community for our first-ever annual Work Weekend!

Lend a hand, meet new friends, and climb with us from Thursday, March 31st thru Sunday, April 3rd.

All volunteers will receive free communal camping during the event, daily lunch, dinner Saturday night, beverages, and a camping voucher to use during the 2022 season.

Plus, there will be a raffle with prizes on Saturday night.

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When

Thursday, March 31st thru Sunday, April 3rd, 2022.

Where

The AAC NRG Campground, 97 Pudds Rd. Lansing, WV 25862

Our Project List

Here is our current project list for Work Weekend 2022:

Spread wood chips in high traffic areas (e.g. trails, campsites, common areas) to minimize the impact on the soil and our camping landscapes
Split and stack firewood for camper use
Rebuild tent platforms at select campsites to create flat, elevated surfaces for camping
Clear debris from streams and improve drainage systems to prevent water damage to camping areas
Sand and stain picnic tables to preserve their lifetime use

Event Schedule

Thursday, March 31st

8:00pm-10:00pm: Milk and Cookie Meet and Greet. Join us in the pavilion for dessert and introductions. Do you have a good cookie recipe you’d like to share? Feel free to bake some cookies to bring and share with the group. We’ll provide the first batch along with the milk.

Friday, April 1st

8:00am-9:00am: Coffee. Bring your mug to the Coffee Bus for free coffee from Hatchet Coffee Roasters.
9:00am-12:00pm & 12:30pm-3:00pm: Work Time. Meet in the pavilion and we’ll start to get our hands dirty!
12:00pm-12:30pm: Lunch. We’ll take a break mid-work day to refuel and recharge. Lunch will be provided, bring your eating utensils.
3:00pm: Climb Time. We can’t be all work and no play. Take the afternoon to hit the local crag and get some climbing in!
8:00pm: Campfire. Although dinner is not provided, we encourage you to make or grab your own dinner and join us around the campfire in the evening.

Saturday, April 2nd

8:00am-9:00am: Coffee. Bring your mug to the Coffee Bus for free coffee from Hatchet Coffee Roasters.
9:00am-12:00pm & 12:30pm-3:00pm: Work Time. Meet in the pavilion and we’ll start to get our hands dirty!
12:00pm-12:30pm: Lunch. We’ll take a break mid-work day to refuel and recharge. Lunch will be provided, bring your eating utensils.
3:00pm: Climb Time. We can’t be all work and no play. Take the afternoon to hit the local crag and get some climbing in!
8:00pm: Dinner. Meet in the pavilion with your plate and utensils for pizza and salads courtesy of Pies and Pints Pizza.

Sunday, April 3rd

8:00am-9:00am: Coffee. Bring your mug to the Coffee Bus for free coffee from Hatchet Coffee Roasters.
9:00am-12:00pm: Work Time! Meet in the pavilion and we’ll start to get our hands dirty!

12:00pm-12:30pm: Lunch. We’ll take a break mid-work day to refuel and recharge. Lunch will be provided, bring your eating utensils.

Note: Breakfast will not be provided. We encourage you to support local businesses such as Cathedral Cafe, Wood Iron Eatery, or Rangefinder Coffee for your morning grub.

FAQ’s

“What’s the deal with camping? Is it free?”

Free camping is provided to all volunteers on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights in the communal camping area. The communal camping area is the open chipped area in between the pavilion and the bathhouse. You may set up your tent or hammock anywhere in this space, and parking is provided along the left side of the road only. Volunteers may choose to upgrade their camping arrangements to a private tent site or vehicle site at a discounted rate via our online reservation system.* Please contact Kristi at [email protected] to arrange.

*Space permitting.

“Are meals provided?”

All volunteers will receive morning coffee, daily lunch, and dinner Saturday night. Participants are responsible for providing their breakfast and snacks to supplement. Please be sure to bring your cup, plate, bowl, and eating utensils for all provided meals. If you have any dietary restrictions that we should be aware of please note those on your Volunteer Registration Form.

“Do I need to bring any of my tools?”

No. All tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided. If you prefer to use your tools or PPE, feel free to bring them.

“What’s the deal with the camping voucher? How does this work?”

Volunteers who volunteer a minimum of 6 hours or one full work day, will receive a voucher for 2 FREE NIGHTS at any Private Tent Site for a future stay. Vouchers are non-transferable and must be redeemed within the 2022 season.

“I don’t have much experience doing these tasks or manual labor, can I still help?”

Yes! Experience is preferred but it is not required. There is always a way for everyone to contribute, regardless of their experience or skill level.

“I signed up, but I’m no longer able to make it! What should I do?”

That’s okay, we understand that life happens. Please notify us via email: [email protected], as soon as possible so that we can open up your volunteer spot to someone else.

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