A new concept commenced in 2017 for the maintenance of the Heysen Trail aimed at:
- Maintaining the Heysen Trail at a consistent, high standard;
- Assisting section leaders with their maintenance responsibilities;
- Developing our relationships with landholders and others along the trail;
- Providing FOHT walkers with a different rural weekend experience.
The Concept
- A specific schedule of weekend trips each month of the walking season;
- Involving small groups of up to 10 volunteers per weekend.
- Focus on trail basics – signage, stiles, obstacles (eg rocks, fallen trees);
Individual Requirements
- Basic handyperson skills are desirable, not essential (training can be provided);
- A good level of physical fitness and willingness to participate.
Participation
- Aim to share the load between a larger group of volunteers so that individuals (particularly leaders) would attend just one or two weekends per year;
- Section leader involvement is keenly sought;
- Accommodation allowance and Saturday night meal will be provided by FOHT
What next
You can view upcoming Maintenance events in our Walks Calendar under the new ‘walk’ grade, End-to-End Maintenance.
Want to join in an event? You can register on the Walks Calendar. If you have comments or questions, please contact the Heysen Trail office.
Volunteers will receive a subsidy from the Friends to defray transport and accommodation expenses.