News Release

Obed Adopt-a-Crag Event on September 14

NPS

News Release Date: August 30, 2024

Contact: Effie Houston, 423-569-9778

WARTBURG, Tennessee – In cooperation with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition (ETCC), the Obed Wild and Scenic River will host the park’s annual Adopt-a-Crag event on Saturday, September 14. Volunteers are needed to help with a variety of projects including general trail maintenance and litter pickup. Please meet at the Lilly Pad Hopyard Brewery located at 920 Ridge Road, Lancing, Tennessee, at 10:00 a.m. (EDT) to register and receive a project assignment. Due to limited parking, carpooling is suggested. Please bring your own lunch and water. Volunteers are also encouraged to bring hand tools, gloves, sunscreen, and insect repellant.

After completing their projects, volunteers are invited to spend the day climbing their favorite routes or enjoying other recreational opportunities in the park. Following the event, the ETCC will be a hosting a volunteer appreciation event at the Lilly Pad.