Join SBTS on Friday, July 11, through Sunday, July 13, 2025, for our fun-filled Epic Weekend at Packer Saddle in the mountains above Downieville, where the food and beer are covered for our beloved SBTS volunteers. RSVP sooner than later as these “sell-out”!
The weekend festivities include: sleeping under the stars, riding the fine trails of Downieville, hiking, and a lot of digging in the dirt! You do not have to be a member to participate. Sign up for our newsletter, or follow our Facebook and Instagram accounts to be notified about the upcoming event.
Where to meet
We will be meeting at the Packsaddle Campground, on the Sierra Crest. Google Map.
Camping location at Packsaddle Campground.
Weekend Schedule:
The event officially kicks off Saturday, but many will arrive Friday to set up camp. On Saturday, plan on arriving between 7:00 and 8:30 am to get signed in for trailwork. You do not need to camp to come work, feel free to come just for the day! Organized group adventures will be offered.
Friday:
- 2pm – Camping Opens.
- Get your own dinner on the way in, or in town.
Saturday:
- 7:00 am Hot water (so you can make your own coffee and breakfast)
- 8:30 am Volunteer Sign In
- 9:00 am Safety Talk
- 9:15 pm Depart for Project Site (we provide a sandwich and drink for lunch)
- 10:00 am Group Adventures (if not doing trailwork)
- 2:00 pm Tools Down, Return to the meeting location
- 5:00 – Dinner
- 6:00 pm – Epic Games
Sunday
- 10am- Adventures Depart (we will have multiple options, loosely organized with those who know the area)
Project Description
Project #1
- Downieville system maintenance. More info to come!
Project #2 Moto Group
- Downieville system maintenance. More info to come!
What is Provided
- Hot water (so you can make your own coffee and breakfast)
- Sack lunch on the day you do trailwork
- Dinner Friday & Saturday night
- Drinks (beer and non-alcoholic)
What to Bring
- Your camping gear
- Stuff for biking, hiking or swimming & trail work
- Water (there will be water there, but feel free to bring extra if you like)
- Sun protection
- Gloves, long pants, hiking shoes, and a day pack for trail work