Date/Time
Date(s) - 08/02/2016
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Meet at Divide Venture Food Market
Category(ies)
American Jewish Society for Service & CUSP
Green Forest Health at Ute Lakes
Workday: Tuesday, August 2nd, 2016
Project Location: Ute Lakes
Difficulty Rating: Moderate – Difficult
Project Times: 9:00am – 3:00 pm
Meeting Location: Divide Venture Foods parking lot
Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/DtvmV
Directions: From Colorado Springs, take US Hwy 24 west to Divide. Venture Foods is on the right at the intersection of S. Hwy 67 and Hwy 24. We will caravan to the project site from there
Number of Volunteers Anticipated: 18
Workday Description:
The Ute Lakes subdivision and CUSP have been working together for several years on a fire mitigation project. The Ute Lakes area backs National Forest property and the work that has been completed makes their homes and the National Forest safer in the event of a wildfire; protecting homes, lives and water quality. Our volunteers will be moving material to an accessible location to be processed through the chipper. Make sure to wear long sleeves as we will be carrying branches and other wooded material.
Important Notes
- ALL vehicles must remain at project site for the duration of the project
- CUSP will provide hard hats, tools and materials necessary to complete project work
- A portable restroom will be available on site
- Safety review and work demonstration will precede the project work
- Weather, which could create hazardous conditions, may cause projects to be canceled or rescheduled; we will notify you of changes promptly, changes will also be posted at: cusp.ws
Requirements of Volunteers
All volunteers must complete and submit prior to the project: a CUSP Liability Release, CUSP 2015 Release Form (participants under 18 need a signature from a parent) and a Volunteer Sign-up Sheet, CUSP 2015 Volunteer Listing , for the group, one for each day.
Please print ALL documents two sided.
Please Bring:
Any applicable medicines (including epi-pens, insulin and inhalers)
Sunscreen
Sun glasses or safety glasses
Work gloves
Work boots with ankle support
Long pants are required; long sleeved shirts are strongly recommended
Water containers, extra water will be provided
Sack lunches, to carry with you
What to Expect:
This project is located in exposed mountain environments. Please be aware and prepared for potential hazards, including but not limited to: driving on mountainous roads with snow, ice and/or loose gravel; exposure to sun, wind, lightning and rapidly changing weather conditions; possible falling trees; and hiking at significant elevation. Medications may have adverse effects in sun, heat or altitude. Please list medications and medical conditions on the CUSP release form so staff may be aware of potential concerns. Know your limitations and inform staff immediately if you become ill or injured. Be prepared to exit quickly in the event of an emergency or changing environmental conditions. Please drink plenty of water prior to and during the project to avoid dehydration, which occurs rapidly at high elevation and dry climate. Please wear appropriate clothing.
GPS systems and Internet map sites are often misleading in the mountains. Cell phone service will be inconsistent or unavailable.
The below office number can be contacted in case of emergency.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033