Friends of Boggs Mountain

Friends of Boggs Mountain (FOBM) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed to enhance the visitor’s experience in the forest through educational, interpretive, and recreational programs, help in development of facilities, and assist with maintenance and infrastructure improvements at Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest (BMDSF). The organization cooperates with BMDSF management and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to meet those objectives.

With BMDSF oversight and approval, we are organizing work crews to help rebuild Boggs trails. Please support our efforts with a donation and/or join as a member to help us revitalize the forest for all visitors! Thank you in advance.

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Friends of Boggs Mountain

6 days ago

December 9th, 2024As the weather cooled, the leaves turned to gold and orange, and the rains began, the board ofFriends of Boggs Mountain took some time to reflect on the work completed this year before weturn to planning the activities for 2025. We’re proud of the progress our community ofvolunteers and supporters has made in bringing back some of Lake County’s favorite trails, andwe wanted to share the accomplishments and exciting events that have taken place throughout2024. These events reflect the passion and commitment of our volunteers, local supporters,and visitors like you who help make our work possible.Trail Restoration and Cleanup DaysWeather permitting, Friends of Boggs organizes at least one trail work day per month, wherevolunteers gather to reestablish trails that were decommissioned after the Valley Fire and makeimportant repairs to ensure the existing trails remain safe and accessible for all visitors. Thesetrail days were a great success with volunteers contributing approximately 500 hours of work,and we were thrilled to see both new and familiar faces joining us to care for this treasuredforest.Trails restored in 2024 include:● Creek Trail● Hoberg’s Loop● Nate’s Cutoff, thanks to Eagle Scout Ivo Nuti of Troop 405Boggs Mountain 75h Anniversary CelebrationOne of our most exciting events of the year was the 75th Anniversary Celebration of thefounding of Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest at Calso Camp. A delicious free lunchcatered by Fire and Feast was provided to attendees, who also enjoyed live music from localCobb area performers. Norm Benson, former Forest Manager from 2000 – 2004 and one ofthe founders of Friends of Boggs Mountain, spoke on the history of Boggs Mountain andcurrent goals for the Forest. The highlight of the event was the presentation of a $15,000dollar check from Calpine Corp. to FOBM to be used for reconstruction of hiking trailsdestroyed by the Valley Fire. Thank you to all who made it happen and to all whoparticipated! ... See MoreSee Less

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Friends of Boggs Mountain

4 weeks ago

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Friends of Boggs Mountain

1 month ago

November 16, 2024A hearty Thank you to all who participated in our trail work day on Saturday! Twelve volunteers pitched in to groom the new Game Trail. The weather was perfect and the group enthusiastically tackled the job with muscle and good humor. We have a lot more work ahead so don’t be dismayed if you couldn’t make it. There will be plenty more opportunities to come. ... See MoreSee Less

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