Winter Volunteer Opportunities at Lower Ghost Town
Want to get outside, give back, and help build sustainable climbing access at Ghost Town? We have two great ways to get involved this winter: weekday trail work with C4 and weekend stewardship days with the Access Fund Conservation Team.
Weekday Trail Work with C4
Work alongside the C4 Team during the week to improve long-term, sustainable access at Lower Ghost Town.
Dates: January 7 – April 1
Days/Times: Tuesdays–Thursdays, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Meeting Location: Chimney Rock Village Public Parking Lot (432 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28746)
Work includes
- Bench-cutting and corridor clearing
- Building stone steps and locust log trail features
- Improving long-term sustainable access
What to expect
- A 0.5–1 mile uphill hike to work zones
- Physically challenging but rewarding trail work
- Tools and PPE provided
What to bring
- Sturdy footwear
- Water
- Layers
Before coming out, please connect with a C4 crew member:
dvanbrocklin@carolinaclimbers.org
dcanter@carolinaclimbers.org
sstouse@carolinaclimbers.org
fsekela@carolinaclimbers.org
More info and sign up:
carolinaclimbers.org/events
Adopt-a-Crag Stewardship Days at Lower Ghost Town
Join the Access Fund Conservation Team and the Carolina Climbers’ Coalition for Adopt-a-Crag volunteer stewardship days at Lower Ghost Town.
Dates: Saturdays, January 17 – February 28
Time: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Meeting Location: Chimney Rock Village Public Parking Lot (432 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28746)
What you’ll do
Volunteers will help create new, sustainable access to the crag through trail building, corridor clearing, and installation of trail features. Expect a rewarding challenge and a 0.5–1 mile uphill hike to work zones.
What to bring
- Closed-toe shoes (required)
- Long sleeves and pants (recommended)
- Water, snacks, and layers
Be prepared for
- Lifting 50–100 lbs
- Hiking on uneven terrain
- Exposure to the elements