Call for Volunteers for DEVA Kilns Project

PROJECT INFO
Location and Background
The Wildrose Charcoal Kilns are in a very remote setting in Death Valley National Park, CA. Cornerstones will be working to remove inappropriate portland cement mortars and repair the Charcoal Kilns using a traditional lime-based mortar.

Scope of Work
● Remove cement mortars
● Repoint stone mortar joints with a lime-based mortar
● Scaffolding a domed structure

Volunteer Requirements
This job is physically demanding and participants should be able to comfortably lift 35lbs repeatedly. We will work approximately 7:30-5pm (includes time driving to site) each day.

Ideally, volunteers will join for a full session (either April 28-May 6 or May 12-20, 2026), but some exceptions can be made. We are hoping to have 3-4 volunteers at a time. Priority will go to those who can join for both sessions for longer periods of time. Volunteers will receive a free campsite in the park, including access to a pit toilet. There will be very limited electricity, very limited or no access to cell service or internet.

Please contact Issac Logsdon at issac@cstones.org if you are interested! We are compiling a list of interested people and will send more detailed information in a few weeks. We have limited camping gear available to share.