Tahoe Rim Trail Association is participating in the American Hiking Society’s 20th annual National Trails Day event June 2.

Volunteers are needed to build trail and being part of a guided hike around Van Sickle Bi-State Park.

The event begins at Van Sickle Bi-State Park off Lake Parkway in South Lake Tahoe.

To participate, register online or contact Lindsey at (775) 298.0239 trails@tahoerimtrail.org.

Trail work is from 9am–4pm. Volunteers of all skill levels and physical abilities are welcome and encouraged to participate. No prior experience necessary. Volunteers will receive free lunch provided by REI and the TRTA. The event will conclude at 4pm with a volunteer party at Explore Tahoe, including free food and drink.

This event opens the fourth trail-building season of a multi-year project, which will connect the Tahoe Rim Trail with Van Sickle State Park, re-route the TRT off paved roads, and provide stunning views of Lake Tahoe to more people.

Volunteers must wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, boots, and work gloves; bring sunscreen, bug spray, water and a backpack. The Tahoe Rim Trail Association will provide hard hats, trail building tools and crew leaders.