Acme? Are we conceited or what? There’s a story behind the name, one that involves much, much more than simple (minded) arrogance (we hope). And, that story unfolds here…According to Merriam-Webster Online, an acme is:

It doesn’t matter to us if you’re in favor of or opposed to:

• Universal health coverage
• Meat
• Vegetables
• Black helicopters
• Flouride in public water systems
• Public water systems (period)

The short answer is: we dig. For new trails or trail sections, including relocations of existing trails, we first conduct a site survey to learn the terrain and natural features. We set out an initial flag line for the new path and follow that up later with the specific cut-line, marked by pin flags. From that point, we put tools to hands and dig. Where we reconstruct, or rehabilitate, badly worn sections of existing trails, we survey the area to identify the techniques we need to use in order to accomplish the work.

You should always wear clothing appropriate for the weather and season. Additionally, you must wear sturdy hiking boots while working. That means: no walkers, running shoes, tennis shoes, or sandals of any variety.