Hapgood Pond Pavilions, VT: Volunteer Restoration Project (1)

Roll through the hills of Vermont’s Green Mountains as we get set to restore the historic CCC-era pavilion at the Hapgood Pond Recreation Area! 

SESSION DATES: May 25-30 and June 1-6

CAPACITY PER SESSION: 6 Volunteers (No Kitchen Helper)

SITE INFORMATION:

The Hapgood Pond Pavilions, nestled within the picturesque Green Mountains of Vermont, represent a rich tapestry of recreational history and architectural heritage. This picturesque spot, now a beloved recreational area, owes much of its development to the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), who constructed many of the original facilities between 1936 and 1938. Before becoming a recreational haven, the area hosted a sawmill and a schoolhouse in the mid to late 19th century.

SCOPE OF WORK:

HistoriCorps is committed to educating and training volunteers in preservation skills, with an overarching mission of inspiring a preservation ethic in all those involved. Learning and working alongside expert HistoriCorps field staff and other volunteers while applying the traditional skills necessary to restore the Hapgood Pond Pavilions, you will assist with:

• Floor leveling and masonry
• If time allows, additional log epoxy repairs

Please note: Tasks vary by day and by week, depending on a variety of factors including: weather, project priorities, previous groups’ work, and more. Though it is likely you will get to learn and practice most or all of the above tasks, it is not guaranteed. The higher percentage of the scope a particular task is, the more likely you will get to practice it.

LOGISTICS: Please plan to arrive at the campsite no earlier than 5pm and no later than 7pm on the first day of your session.

LOCATION: Located approximately 45 minutes northeast of Bennington, VT! Map to Worksite & Campsite

Tents, truck campers, campervans, trailers, and RV’s up to 25′ are welcome. Showers and restrooms are available. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed. Bring your Kayak and swim trunks!

WEATHER:  Anticipate highs in the upper 70s and lows in the upper 40s. Weather conditions may be rainy, cloudy, or sunny. Volunteers are responsible for checking weather conditions before their session begins, and packing appropriately.

ABOUT VOLUNTEERING: HistoriCorps projects are free for volunteers! HistoriCorps will provide all meals, tools, training, equipment, and a campsite. Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation to the campsite, sleeping equipment, work gloves, clothes and boots, and other personal gear.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION!