Walker Valley work party

Dear Walker Valley Volunteers,



Happy summer and thank you for your continued dedication to keeping Walker Valley in great shape!



This Saturday, June 27th, we’ll be focusing our efforts along Peter Burns Rd (a.k.a. Walker Valley Mainline) to block vehicle access into sensitive ditch areas. These areas are being damaged by unauthorized "mudding," which not only tears up the road but also increases water turbidity—something the Department of Ecology has monitored within our road and trail system.



We’ll be placing logs across the ditches to prevent further damage. I’ll have a dump trailer loaded with logs, and we’ll also be using staged piles along the road that are ready to go.



Work Party Details:

Date: Saturday, June 28th

Time: 9:00 AM

Meeting Location: Shipping container box near the North Trailhead Parking Area
18652 Peter Burns Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98274

Weather: Check the forecast and come prepared for variable conditions!

Task: Installing barriers to block off ditch areas and protect road integrity



What to Bring:

Clothing: Dress in layers and wear sturdy, weather-appropriate boots.

Food & Water: Pack snacks and lunch to keep your energy up throughout the day.

PPE: Gloves, sturdy boots, and high visibility clothing are required for safety.

Personal Needs: Any medications or essentials you may need for the day.

No need to bring tools—everything will be provided.



Earn a Discover Pass!

Did you know? You can earn a Washington State Discover Pass by volunteering 24 hours on approved DNR, State Parks, or WDFW projects. That means if you bring three other household members for eight hours this Saturday, you can qualify for a pass while having fun and giving back!
🔗 Learn more about earning a Discover Pass through volunteering



Spread the Word!

We’d love to see a strong turnout—please share this invitation with your club, on social media, or via email. The more hands, the lighter the work!

Thank you for being part of this awesome community of volunteers. I’m looking forward to seeing many of you out there this Saturday!



Thank you,