Date/Time
Date(s) - 06/07/2016
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Meet at Mountain View United Methodist Church
Category(ies)
DeLaSalle High School Tree Planting in the Waldo Canyon Burn Scar
Waldo Canyon Tree Planting
Workday: Tuesday, June 7, 2016
Project Location: Caravan to the work site
Difficulty Rating: Easy/Moderate/Difficult
Project Times: 8:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
Meeting Location: Mountain View UMC, Woodland
Map Link: https://goo.gl/N781eO
Directions: From Colorado Springs take US Hwy 24 West about 20 miles, take S. Baldwin St and Co Rd 22 to Forest Edge Rd
Number of Volunteers Anticipated: Up to 40
Workday Description:
Post fire flooding poses a major threat of damage to homes and lives around the Waldo Canyon Fire burn scar. Many sites along US Highway 24 remain highly vulnerable to flood impacts. Project work will include planting native tree species (Juniper and Ponderosa Pine) to re-vegetate hill slopes in the Waldo Canyon burn scar. These efforts will help to mitigate future flood damage and aid in the healing of the burn scar.
Important Notes:
- CUSP will provide hardhats, materials and necessary tools to complete project work
- Due to variable weather conditions and safety for our volunteers all vehicles and drivers must remain onsite for the duration of the project
- A portable restroom will be available on site
- A safety review and work demonstration will precede 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 cusp.ws/Volunteer.
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, one for each day)
Please Bring:
A daypack to carry water and lunch
Refillable water bottle (We will have Igloo containers available for refills)
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
What to Expect:
This project will occur 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 snow; exposure to sun, wind, lightning and rapidly changing weather conditions; working with sharpened tools in areas with unstable terrain and footing; working at significant elevation. Medications may have adverse effects in sun, heat, cold or altitude; please list medications and medical conditions on the CUSP release form so staff may be aware of potential concerns. Dress appropriately for cold weather, including proper footwear. 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 stay hydrated.
GPS systems and Internet map sites are often misleading in the mountains. Cell phone service will be inconsistent or unavailable.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033