Plans have not been completely finalized as of yet for the summer of 2005. Volunteers will be asked to work at one or more varied sites this coming summer. Our vision is to continue building the extensions to trails that were begun over the last few years. Here is a tentative list of the 29 GBT projects planned for the summer of 2005. They are shown alphabetically (according to the name of the work site) below:

Angarsk
Project Name
Trail building on Bolshoi Island in the nature park of Angarsk
Project Dates
This project will run throughout the summer
Project Area
Angarsk town, Bolshoi Island
Work Proposed
The project will take place on Bolshoi island where it is planned to carry out routine maintenance on parts of the trail built in 2004, including: lengthening the trail to 2km, completing it to international standards and clearing all of the trail around the island of fallen trees brought down during the 2004 hurricane. It is planned to mark and complete a new trail route in areas where the old trail contributes to shore-line erosion as it is too close to the cliff edge and has become unsafe with cracks and fissures appearing. It is also planned to construct a bridge over the channel, which connects the small lake to the river, and to build walkways over boggy areas of the trail as well as reinforcing the trail walls where necessary.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will live with families in Angarsk travelling to the project work area daily by canoe.
Entertainment and excursions
During afternoon breaks volunteers will be able to ride in the canoes and on certain weekends there will be a one day 'water trail' excursion around the island in canoes. For those who wish there will be an excursion to Emelyanihka valley to meet and socialise with volunteers from a different GBT project.

Baikalo-Lenskij Nature Reserve #1
Project name
The Great Baikal Trail on the shore of the brown bears.
Dates 15^th – 29^th July 2005
Project area
The area of Olkhon district, Baikalo-lenskij Nature Reserve, "Shore of the brown bear," forest areas.
Work proposed
The main task of the project is to complete 3 trail routes. One from Pokoinaya cape to Pokoinaya valley 8km. The next from Bolshoi Solontsovij cape to Bolshoi Kedr 8km and the last running to the river Ledyanaya from its source 5km. There are existing trails on all proposed roots, all in need of clearing and marking.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
The remoteness and inaccessibility of the area and the absence of any settlements or trading points means that the group will have to organize its own entertainment. The reserve may provide the use of a banya and an excursion in the reserve to introduce volunteers to its wildlife.

There will be the opportunity for fishing in Lake Baikal (volunteers are welcome to bring their own fishing-rods, so long as it is small and easy to carry).

Baikalo-Lenskij Nature Reserve #2
Project name
The Great Baikal Trail at the mouth of the Lena River.
Dates 1^th – 15^th August, 2005
Project area
The area of Olkhon district, Baikalo-Lenskij Nature Reserve.
Work proposed
Volunteers on this project will clear the trail on the eastern face of the Baikalskij mountain range to Solntsepad valley and along the river Heirem. They will also mark the trail to the reservoir at the head of the river Lena.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
The remoteness and inaccessibility of the area and the absence of any settlements or trading points means that the group will have to organize its own entertainment. The reserve may provide the use of a banya and an excursion in the reserve to introduce volunteers to its wildlife.

There will be the opportunity for fishing in Lake Baikal (volunteers are welcome to bring their own fishing-rods, so long as it is small and easy to carry).

town of Baikalsk
Project name
Babkhinsko Solzanovskaya trail, running through the, "Utulik Solzan," nature protected area.
Dates 1^th – 14^th August 2005
Project area
Slyudyanskij region around the town of Baikalsk.
Work proposed
Volunteers will clear back encroaching vegetation and mark the trail, constructing rest-points and building other necessary structures.
Volunteer accommodation
Camp-site, sleeping in tents situated 9-10 km from the start of the trail.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for a sauna, boat ride around Baikal and an excursion around the town of Baikalsk.

Barguzin village---Zabaikalski National Park #1
Project name
The path to clear Baikal (children's project)
Dates 1^th – 14^th August 2005
Project area
Zabaikalskij national park
Work proposed
The group will clear the trail of encroaching vegetation, repair bridges and turn-pikes, complete the construction of rest-points and put up information sign-posts.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
Rest and relaxation on the shore of Baikal at Chivirkuvskij Bay with the opportunity to visit the hot springs and a banya.
Important
Children from the local centre for tourism will also be taking part in the project under the instruction of their teacher. Their camp will be next to the main volunteer's camp and so we respectfully ask that volunteers on this project restrict their use of alcohol and cigarettes (i.e.; in designated areas only).
Note: high difficulty project: involves a lot of heavy duty hiking every day 5-6 hours of hiking and clearing the trail. Volunteers are required to be in good health.

Barguzin village # 2
Project name
The path to clear Baikal
Dates 29^th August – 18^th September 2005
Project area
Zabaikalskij national park
Work proposed
The group will clear the trail of encroaching vegetation, repair bridges and turn-pikes, complete the construction of rest-points and put up information sign-posts.
Volunteer accommodation
The group will be sleeping in tents but hiking to a new camp-site along the trail on a regular basis.
Entertainment and excursions
Rest and relaxation on the shore of Baikal at Chivirkuvskij Bay with the opportunity to visit the hot springs and a banya.

Bolshoe Goloustnoe village #1 (in Pribaikalskij national park)
Project name
Clearing and repairing the eco-tourism trail Bolshoe Goloustnoe Peschanaya bay
Dates 24^th May – 6^th June 2005
Project area
Bolshoe Goloustnoe, Primorskij mountain range, Peschanaya bay
Work proposed
The group will clear the trail of any obstructions and fallen trees for a distance of 25km (the trail is 40km in total) in the area from Bolshoe Goloustnoe to Peschenaya bay. 2 small bridges are to be built across the river. Repaired information stands and sign-posts will also be set up.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents. Home-stay accommodation in Bolshoe Goloustnoe can also be arranged for the first and last days of the project where required.
Entertainment and excursions
As for the majority of the time the group will be working and living in a relatively remote location it will be difficult to organize a full program of entertainment. However there will be the opportunity to meet with a ranger from the Pribaikalskij national park (many of whom have lived in the taiga for more than 25 years). There may also be the chance for a banya and to eat dinner with a park ranger’s family in their log cabin. At Peschenaya bay the group will get to know the area and be able to make a short trek to Sennaya bay for a banya.

Bolshoe Goloustnoe #2
Project name
The Native Craftsman
Dates 5^th – 15^th August 2005
Project area
Bolshoe Goloustnoe village
Work proposed
Volunteers will be introduced to the traditional way of life in a Siberian village on the shores of Lake Baikal. Volunteers will live, eat and work with villagers, learning and experiencing everyday life. They will help milk the cows in the morning, help with collecting the harvest and other farm work using traditional methods. Volunteers will also learn how to make traditional Russian and Siberian dishes. This is not a trail building project, however volunteers will learn about life in Siberia and help the village community.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will live with families in the village.
Entertainment and excursions
Entertainment will take place in the village, spending time with host families and other volunteers. There will be the opportunity to meet with a ranger from the Pribaikalskij national park (many of whom have lived in the taiga for more than 25 years). There may also be the chance for a banya and to eat dinner with a park ranger’s family in their log cabin.

Bolshoe Goloustnoe #3
Project name
Peschenaya bay: An old trail, new possibilities.
Dates 15^th – 28^th September 2005
Project area
Peschanaya bay, Sennaya bay
Work proposed
The group will restore the old trail; this will include clearing, widening and reinforcing the trail. Volunteers will also put up information sign posts and construct a switch-back trail.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents/camp-site. Home-stay accommodation in Bolshoe Goloustnoe can also be arranged for the first and last days of the project where required.
Entertainment and excursions
As for the majority of the time the group will be working and living in a relatively remote location it will be difficult to organize a full program of entertainment. However there will be the opportunity to meet with a ranger from the Pribaikalskij national park (many of whom have lived in the taiga for more than 25 years). There may also be the chance for a banya and to eat dinner with a park ranger’s family in their log cabin. At Peschenaya bay the group will get to know the area and be able to make a short trek to Sennaya bay for a banya.

North-Eastern Baikal -- Eco-patrol #1
Project name
Eco-patrol
Dates 15^th -30^th June 2005
Project area
The north-western shore of Baikal in the Verpkhangarskii ornithology and Frolinskii reserves.
Work proposed
Volunteers will help the reserve rangers to advise and assist tourists throughout the reserve. The group will also repair and maintain the existing trails. The group will be made up of 12 volunteers and will be divided into 4 smaller groups of 3 people with each smaller group working in one of the following areas; Frolihka bay, Aya bay, the Hakusa resort or Shirildi cape.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will sleep in tents or where possible in cabins.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be an opportunity to visit the Hakusi hot springs.

Eco-patrol #2
Project name
Eco-patrol
Dates 1^th – 15^th July 2005
Project area
The north-western shore of Baikal in the Verpkhangarskii ornithology and Frolinskii reserves.
Work proposed
Volunteers will help the reserve rangers to advise and assist tourists throughout the reserve. The group will also repair and maintain the existing trails. The group will be made up of 12 volunteers and will be divided into 4 smaller groups of 3 people with each smaller group working in one of the following areas; Frolihka bay, Aya bay, the Hakusa resort or Shirildi cape.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will sleep in tents or where possible in cabins.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be an opportunity to visit the Hakusi hot springs.

Eco-patrol #3
Project name
Eco-patrol
Dates 15^th – 31^th July 2005
Project area
The north-western shore of Baikal in the Verpkhangarskii ornithology and Frolinskii reserves.
Work proposed
Volunteers will help the reserve rangers to advise and assist tourists throughout the reserve. The group will also repair and maintain the existing trails. The group will be made up of 12 volunteers and will be divided into 4 smaller groups of 3 people with each smaller group working in one of the following areas; Frolihka bay, Aya bay, the Hakusa resort or Shirildi cape.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will sleep in tents or where possible in cabins.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be an opportunity to visit the Hakusi hot springs.

Eco-patrol #4
Project name
Eco-patrol
Dates 1^th – 15^th August 2005
Project area
The north-western shore of Baikal in the Verpkhangarskii ornithology and Frolinskii reserves.
Work proposed
Volunteers will help the reserve rangers to advise and assist tourists throughout the reserve. The group will also repair and maintain the existing trails. The group will be made up of 12 volunteers and will be divided into 4 smaller groups of 3 people with each smaller group working in one of the following areas; Frolihka bay, Aya bay, the Hakusa resort or Shirildi cape.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will sleep in tents or where possible in cabins.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be an opportunity to visit the Hakusi hot springs.

Evenks Native People's Trail in the village of Alla
Project name
Trail of the old Evenk
Dates 16^th – 29^th August 2005
Project area
Alla village, 30 km from the centre of the region, Kurumkan. 100 km from Ust-Barguzin.
Work proposed
The trail is situated in the territory of the Kurumkan region, and runs through native Evenk lands and so will be of great interest to those who want to know more about the native peoples of Siberia. The trail begins in Alla village at the Evenk centre, "Yukte". The trail then runs along the right bank of the river Barguzin in a north-easterly direction to the village of Ulyuhkan. From here it crosses the river Barguzin and runs through the Dzherginskij reserve to its main base. It then runs in a south-westerly direction to 3 native Evenk house-holds. The group can then return to Alla village. Approximate length of the trail 80km. The group will clear encroaching vegetation from the existing trail, repair sections of the trail and prepare campsites. It may be of further interest to know that two Evenk cultural centers are located on the trail.
Volunteer accommodation
In the Evenk centre (volunteers must provide own sleeping bags).
Entertainment and excursions
There are many deer in the area as well as a hot springs resort. At the Evenk centre, "Yukte", there will be a one-day event allowing volunteers to experience native Evenk life and culture. In addition to this the trail runs through native Evenk territory where the volunteers will be able to observe how the Evenks take care of their settlements, be introduced to their way of life and culture, take part in religious festivals of worship at sacred sites and hear Evenk legends and fairy-tales.

Kazachinskoe Settlement
Project Name
"The heart, returned to the people."
Project Dates 10^th – 25^th July 2005
Project area
Kazachinsko-Lenskij region, around Kazachinskoe settlement, Talya resort.
Work proposed
The group will prepare a section of GBT trail, which will include building and putting in place benches, rubbish bins and information sign posts. Other structures to be built are two small hanging bridges, an area for a campfire and a summer-house by the hot springs. The lake's shoreline will also be reinforced against erosion.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will sleep in tents in the grounds of the Talya resort.
Entertainment and excursions
Volunteers will have the opportunity for fishing in Lake Baikal and for a Banya (a Russian sauna. HOT!)
Additional information
Volunteers who wish to apply for this project should be aware that children with mental and physical disabilities from the local area will also be taking part in the project.

Posolskij monastery
Project name
Posolskij monastery
Dates 1^th – 15^th July 2005
Project area
Posolskij Spaso-Preobrazhenskij monastery on the shore of Baikal, Posolsk village, Buryat republic.
Work proposed
On this project volunteers will help with restoration work on the oldest male monastery east of the Ural Mountains. Work on the monastery was first begun in 1651. Volunteers will work to restore the brick-work facade of the monastery, its towers and interior. There will also be the need for carpentry and other manual skills.
Volunteer accommodation
There will be a volunteer camp site by the monastery.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for swimming and fishing in Baikal.
Important
By request of the monastery only male volunteers will be able to take participate in this project. It is also asked that volunteers be respectful toward the beliefs and customs of the monastery.

Pribaikalskij National Park #1
Project name
The 100^th anniversary of the Rotary club; building a trail from Listviyanka to Peschanaya Bay
Dates 14^th – 30^th July 2005
Project area
The village of Listvyanka, Emelyanihka valley.
Work proposed
The project will take place on the section of the trail from Emelyanihka valley to the village of Bolshie Koti. In 2005 it is planned to mark the entire trail from Listviyanka to Bolshie Koti and clear back encroaching vegetation along the trail for 15km. The trail bed will be made to a width of 50cm. Structures such as; stone and wooden steps, bridges, drainage gullies, switch-backs and railings in dangerous sections of the trail will also be built where possible, conditions and time allowing.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
On Saturday and Sunday, a ferry trip to the village of Bolshie Koti and the "Round Baikal Railway". On workdays there will be songs and games around the camp-fire in the evening whilst during the afternoon break there will be the opportunity to ride in canoes.

Pribaikalskij National Park #2
Project name
The 100th anniversary of the Rotary club; building a trail from Listviyanka to Peschanaya Bay
Dates 29^th July -11^th August, 2005
Project area
Village of Listvyanka, Emelyanihka valley.
Work proposed
The project will take place on the section of the trail from Emelyanihka valley to the village of Bolshie Koti. In 2005 it is planned to mark the entire trail from Listviyanka to Bolshie Koti and clear back encroaching vegetation along the trail for 15km. The trail bed will be made to a width of 50cm. Structures such as; stone and wooden steps, bridges, drainage gullies, switch-backs and railings in dangerous sections of the trail will also be built where possible, conditions and time allowing.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
On Saturday and Sunday, a ferry trip to the village of Bolshie Koti and the "Round Baikal Railway". On workdays there will be songs and games around the camp-fire in the evening whilst during the afternoon break there will be the opportunity to ride in canoes.

Pribaikalskij National Park #3
Project name
The 100th anniversary of the Rotary club; building a trail from Listviyanka to Peschanaya Bay
Dates 11^th – 24^th August 2005
Project area
Village of Listvyanka, Emelyanihka valley.
Work proposed
The project will take place on the section of the trail from Emelyanihka valley to the village of Bolshie Koti. In 2005 it is planned to mark the entire trail from Listviyanka to Bolshie Koti and clear back encroaching vegetation along the trail for 15km. The trail bed will be made to a width of 50cm. Structures such as; stone and wooden steps, bridges, drainage gullies, switch-backs and railings in dangerous sections of the trail will also be built where possible, conditions and time allowing.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
On Saturday and Sunday, a ferry trip to the village of Bolshie Koti and the "Round Baikal Railway". On workdays there will be songs and games around the camp-fire in the evening whilst during the afternoon break there will be the opportunity to ride in canoes.

town of Severobaikalsk #1
Project name
Trail to Lake Frolikha
Dates 25^th June – 9^th July 2005
Project area
Yarkij island, north-eastern shore of Lake Baikal, Aya bay. Lake Frolikha is the most popular tourist destination in northern Baikal. It is a beautiful mountainous lake with interesting fauna and flora. The trail from Aya bay to the lake (8km) must be restored back to good condition. In general the trail is in good condition with only a few sections needing attention. For three days at the start of the project the group will plant Willow trees on Yarkij Island with the aim of reducing erosion.
Work proposed
The group will construct 8km of trail, a 300m turn-pike section and several small bridges.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for a trip to the hot springs at the Hakusi resort.

Severobaikalsk #2
Project name
Lord of the Taiga
Dates 1^th– 14^th July 2005
Project area
25km to the south of Severobaikalsk on the shore of Lake Baikal, recreation area "Slyudyanskie lakes", the children's tourism centre "Echo".
Work proposed
The group will help establish a year-round centre for the preparation, production and erection of wooden campsite furniture and signs with the aim of providing a standard production process and quality for the GBT. Volunteers will help build a central base for international voluntary camping in the form of a terraced cabin above a campfire in the style of Russian wooden architecture. Work begun in 2004 setting up information sign-posts along the section of the trail from Lake Slyudyanskij to Baikalskoe will also be completed.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents in the children's tourist centre.
Entertainment and excursions
Depending on weather conditions one of the following excursions will be available;
A bus trip to the old village of Baikalskoe to have lunch with fishermen.
An excursion into the mountains with a visit to the Goudzhekit hot spring.
A trip to the most northern point of Baikal and to the Evenkij village of Holodnaya
Important
Children from the local centre for tourism will also be taking part in the project under the instruction of their teacher. Their camp will be next to the main volunteer's camp and so we respectfully ask that volunteers on this project restrict their use of alcohol and cigarettes (i.e.; in designated areas only).

Taksimo #1 along the Baikal-Amurskaya railway
Project name
The Irkutsk caves
Dates 1^th – 15^th July 2005
Project area
The Irkutsk caves near the Aikita river.
Work proposed
The group will build a new trail, building a trail bed for 4km and erect information sign-posts.
Volunteer accommodation
On the first night volunteers will stay at, "The youth centre for tourism and regional education", and then will be sleeping in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be a trip to the, "Molodezhnoe," mineral fields, an excursion to see a working gold-mine and a boat trip on the river Vitim.

Taksimo #2
Project name
"Ugryum River"
Dates 1^th – 14^th August 2005
Project area
The river Kelyana along the watershed to the head of the river Vitim.
Work proposed
The aim of this project is to create a model section of a GBT trail in the Muisckij region. 4km of trail are planned to be built from the river Kelyana along the watershed to the head of the river Vitim. The group will clear encroaching vegetation from the trail, build a rest-point (including a fireplace, sheltered table and benches, a toilet, rubbish bins and an area for tents) and put up information sign-posts. Volunteers will be taught in trail building skills as well as in the principles of preserving the natural environment.
Volunteer accommodation
On the first night volunteers will stay at, "The youth centre for tourism and regional education", and then will be sleeping in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be an excursion to a working gold-mine, a trip to the, "Molodezhnoe," mineral fields, a climb up the Adyanskaya mountain range (1500m), songs and legends of the Muickij region around the campfire, fishing and a hike to Lake Yl'to.
Important
Children from the local centre for tourism will also be taking part in the project under the instruction of their teacher. Their camp will be next to the main volunteer's camp and so we respectfully ask that volunteers on this project restrict their use of alcohol and cigarettes (i.e.; in designated areas only).

Tankhoi--Baikalskij Nature Reserve
Project name
In the jungles of Khamar-Daban.
Dates 15^th -28^th June 2005
Project area
The Baikalskij Nature Reserve, work on the trail will begin 6km from the village of Tankhoi.
Work proposed
At the present moment there is a trail providing relative access running alongside the river "Osinovka" to the first waterfall. In 2005 it is planned to continue the construction and development of the trail further from the first waterfall. The aim of the project is to establish a trail to the standards of the GBT as a base for an ecological tour route. In certain areas where the trail is to narrow the trail bed will be widened to 50cm, especially in areas where there is a steep slope. Dependant upon the availability of resources, in areas of the trail by rivers or other areas susceptible to floods it is necessary to build drainage channels as well as bridges, small crossings, steps and hand rails. These steps are to ensure the safety of tourists traveling on foot. With the aim of preserving the existing unique ecosystem along the trail route it is important to build a single safe and well-constructed trail route that will lead tourists away from dangerous areas and towards areas of beauty.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be an excursion to the head of the river Osinovka, a banya, a visit to the central office of the Baikalskij reserve. There will also be evening entertainment around the campfire.

Turka village
Project name
Turka
Dates 16^th – 29^th August 2005
Project area
The group will be located around the village of Turka in the Buryat republic.
Work proposed
Volunteers will help construct a special trail providing access for wheelchairs to Lake Baikal. As this is a long term project the group will be carrying out foundation and preparation work on the trail for future projects. The group will also continue work begun in 2004 making furniture and other necessary structures (tables, benches, rubbish-bins, toilets, etc.) for a camp-site in the area.
Volunteer accommodation
Volunteers will sleep in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for fishing and a small hiking excursion around the village to see and explore Baikal's natural environment.

Zabaikalskij National Park #1
Project name
Kresti Zmeebaya (snake) bay.
Dates 16^th – 29^th July 2005
Project area
Chiverkuvskij bay, Zabikalskij national park
Work proposed
The group will build turn-pikes, clear the trail of encroaching vegetation, build a set of stairs on the slope by the hot-springs and erect information points and sign posts.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents.
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for excursions around the project area at the weekend. Including; a climb up, "The Holy Nose" mountain, a boat trip on Baikal and a trip to the hot-springs.

Zabaikalskij National Park #2
Project name
Monahkovo Katun.
Dates 16^th – 29^th July 2005
Project area
Chiverkuvskij bay, Zabikalskij national park
Work proposed
The group will construct the start of the trail, building a view point, putting up information points and sign posts and working on the trail to the borders of Katun’ village.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for excursions around the project area at the weekend. Including; a climb up, "The Holy Nose" mountain, a boat trip on Baikal and a trip to the hot-springs.

Zabaikalskij National Park #3
Project name
The trail from Kpohkalinaya bay to the river Bolshoi Chiverkoi.
Dates 1^th – 14^th August 2005
Project area
Chiverkuvskij bay, Zabikalskij national park
Work proposed
The group will clear, repair and mark the existing trail in the area between Kpohkalinaya bay and the river Bolshoi Chiverkoi.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for excursions around the project area at the weekend. Including; a climb up, "The Holy Nose" mountain, a boat trip on Baikal and a trip to the hot-springs.

Zabaikalskij National Park #4
Project name
The project to build the ZNP visit centre in the Monahkij cordon.
Dates 1^th – 15^th August 2005
Project area
Chiverkuvskij bay, Zabikalskij national park
Work proposed
The group will construct a mini-visit centre at the Monahkij cordon. This project requires an architect and design specialist.
Volunteer accommodation
Sleeping in tents
Entertainment and excursions
There will be the opportunity for excursions around the project area at the weekend. Including; a climb up "The Holy Nose" mountain, a boat trip on Baikal and a trip to the hot-springs.