Date/Time
Date(s) - 06/30/2016
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Category(ies)
Catholic Heart Work Camp & CUSP
Fire Mitigation
Workday: Thursday, June 30th, 2016
Project Location: Project location has yet to be determined
Difficulty Rating: Moderate/Difficult
Project Times: 9am-1pm
Workday Description:
A multi-phased project on 240 acres of private property consisted of forest restoration and burning large piles of slash (tree limbs, branches, etc.), as this location is too remote for heavy machinery to come through. This is a common practice for fire mitigation and is helping to prevent a catastrophic fire from spreading. Rehabilitating the burn piles is the last phase of this project. Burn pile rehab consists of distributing the ash and debris, seeding the burn scars, and covering it with duff, or any native ground cover including pine needles, dead grass, etc.
Important Notes:
- CUSP will provide hard hats; tools and materials necessary to complete project work
- Portable restroom(s) will be available on site
- A safety review and work demonstration will proceed the project work
- Weather, which could create hazardous conditions, may cause the project to be canceled or rescheduled; staff will monitor weather and notify you of any changes, which will also be posted to this page
Requirements of Volunteers:
All volunteers must complete and submit prior to the project:
CUSP-2016-Release-Form (needed for each volunteer, please print double sided)
VOLUNTEER-LISTING-2016 (1) (one for your group)
Please Bring:
Refillable water containers. Enough water to sustain you for the day
Any applicable medicines (including epi-pens, insulin and inhalers)
Sunscreen
Sunglasses or safety glasses
Long pants and long sleeved shirts are strongly recommended
Work gloves (we will have some if you do not)
Sturdy shoes with good tread; no sandals please
A sack lunch to carry with you. We will be working away from the vehicles.
What to Expect:
The burn area is in an exposed mountain environment. Please be aware and prepared for potential hazards, including but not limited to: driving on mountainous roads with loose gravel and high flash flood potential; exposure to sun, wind, lightning and rapidly changing weather conditions; working with sharpened tools in areas with unstable terrain and footing; 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. Please wear appropriate clothing; clothing may become stained or ruined.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033