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  • Barn & Timber Workday
    Sunday, February 9th
    9AM to 11AM

    This workday is hosted by Rachel Cheatham-McFadden and Emma Hovencamp. Volunteers will be split into groups to either support deconstruction / cleaning of the future stewardship work space with Rachel or splitting wood for Somerset Woods Share, our community firewood program, with Emma. We will use hand and power tools for this event.

    This volunteer event is best suited for adults. Volunteer capacity is limited to 4 people.

    Itinerary: We will meet at Parkman Hill Farm, 380 Parkman Hill Road in Solon, at 9 AM. We’ll begin our program as a group with a quick check-in for introductions and a safety chat. Then, we will assign roles and begin work.

    What to bring: Water, snacks, and perhaps a thermos with a hot drink since we will be working in a barn with no heat or insulation. Leaders will arrive early and bring space heaters to warm the work areas. Dress in layers, including hats, gloves, and warm socks. Bring appropriate footwear, such as work boots. Bring work gloves and coordinate work tools with Rachel. We will need: crow/pry bars, hammers, sledge, mallet, Sawzall, etc.

    To participate, sign up for this free event through Skowhegan Outdoors or email Rachel directly (rachel@somersetwoodstrustees.org). We ask that all participants RSVP.

    This is a hiking-based volunteer event that will be led by Rachel Cheatham-McFadden. Hike will not be longer than 2 miles. Although this volunteer opportunity is free and open to any age/skill level, beginner hikers may find uneven terrain and grades challenging. 


    What to bring: Water and snacks. Dress in layers, including hats, gloves, and warm socks.  Bring appropriate footwear, such as hiking or rubber boots. Bring microspikes or snowshoes (depending on the weather), work gloves, and loppers if you have them. If not, please let Rachel know and she will provide some for you.

    Please direct any questions to Rachel Cheatham-McFadden.
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