SOTEC|| Fall Ardbeg Trail Clean Up October 25-27

SOTEC Fall Trail Clean Up 2024
October 25-27


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Support our trail cleanup initiative by joining the club and participating in the trail cleanup events. Trail cleanup is our largest open-to-everyone event where you can meet like-minded explorers, get to know each other, and get to know people before the end of the wheeling season.


As per usual we are taking care of the South/North Trail and Black Loop this time and collecting any garbage that we may encounter during the weekend.


DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN GARBAGE BAGS - ALL GARBAGE BAGS, HAZMAT SUITS (FOR POOPING SQUAD), GLOVES AND TRASH PICKERS ARE SUPPLIED BY THE CLUB FOR TRAIL CLEANUP

We ask that waste be collected in clear bags.
That materials be separated as best as you can in the following format for us to accept.

• Metals
• Electronics
• Bulk Waste
• Beer Cans/Bottles
• Hazardous Waste

Since we started, we collected over 5000lbs of garbage​

DAY 1 (Friday):
Campsite location for the first night.

45°38'16.5"N 80°10'13.5"W -> please see the map below, every person should park as compactly as possible, and make sure you don't block the waterfront area for vehicles to enter/exit. The red arrow is where you are going to enter Black Lake. Tents can be pitched behind in the woods or at the beach area. There are lots of parking options. A fire pit is going to be set up at the beach. Do not drive through the lake water.





Day 2:
Split into groups and do the North/South Trail, Black Loop, Newbie Run, offshoots, and fun climbs. Collect garbage and clean trail. Return to the base camp at the end of the day. Dinner, 4wd chit chat, raffle prizes, and a fine bottle of Ardbeg to finish the day!

Day 3:
Pack all gear and garbage, and head out back to civilization.


Some information:

- Stock-friendly trip, if it's your first time - this is the time
- Bring firewood, and dress warm, it may rain.
PRO TIP: IT ALMOST ALWAYS RAINS
- Have tow strap and recovery points available, few sections can be muddy at this time of the year. When in doubt walk the water crossing.

- There are no washrooms or showers, bring your own toiletry and plan ahead.
- Most importantly, bring yourself and help us clean trail systems


Drink responsibly and don't drive on trails under any kind of influence. There is no excuse for that kind of behavior in this group.


If you have any questions, shoot them here.

 

Also for those interested we have a potential wilderness first aid clinic occurring on the 25th. Check it out here:

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-training-in-ardbeg-october-25th-2025.837944/

 

Add your self up to the trails you want to run and cleanup on:

South Trail:

North Trail:

Black Lake Loop:

 

Im in! Kinda want to try the North Trail this time

 

I’m pretty sure to the tracks is a bit rowdy but to the dock it’s chill if I remember correctly.

 

I should have all skids and the rock rails installed by then!
Maybe I’ll get to try the new winch lol

 

We can make arrangements!

 

Add your self up to the trails you want to run and cleanup on:

South Trail:

1.
2. @tacoma.alma
3.

North Trail:

1. @4RunnerSeb
2.
3.

Black Lake Loop:

1.
2.
3.

 

The easier trail please and thanks.

 

Add your self up to the trails you want to run and cleanup on:

South Trail:

1. @blackgen2tacoma
2. @tacoma.alma
3.

North Trail:

1. @4RunnerSeb
2.
3.

Black Lake Loop:

1.
2.
3.

 

South Trail:
1. @blackgen2tacoma
2. @tacoma.alma
3. @3JOH22A
4.
5.

North Trail:
1. @4RunnerSeb
2.
3.
4.
5.

Black Lake Loop:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

 

What trail @Joe23 running?

 

You butchered the list formatting lol.

 

add yourself up:
South Trail:
1. @blackgen2tacoma
2. @tacoma.alma
3. @3JOH22A
4.
5.

North Trail:
1. @4RunnerSeb
2. @MaverickT883
3.
4.
5.

Black Lake Loop:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

 

Fixed lol

 

Forgive me, new phone plus a few beers

 

I got you.

 

I think Whole Foods special, with a drive through via Starbucks.

 

Sounds like your future, bub

 

I have tricks in my pocket, you just wait