Date/Time
Date(s) - 05/11/2016
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Meet at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument Visitor Center
Category(ies)
Difficulty Rating: Moderate
Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/I7RoJ
Number of Volunteers Anticipated: up to 50
Workday Description:
The Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument is one of our communities prize protected areas. The Fossil Beds showcase an ancient history very different from our climate and ecosystem today. The story it tells includes ancient volcanos, their eruptions and red wood forests. The Fossil Beds houses 14 miles of hiking trails over hills, through valleys, riparian areas and wet lands. Protecting and maintaining these trails is a great way to give back to the public lands we love. Invasive weed species are a significant issue at the park, threatening native species that we would love to protect and conserve, the project may include invasive species mitigation.
Important Notes:
- CUSP will provide hard hats, materials and necessary tools to complete project work
- Bathrooms are available at the Fossil Beds visitors center
- We will be hiking a maximum of three miles during this project day
- 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 at this site.
Requirements of Volunteers:
Prior to the project each volunteer must submit CUSP-2016-Release-Form, the group also needs to submit a VOLUNTEER LISTING 2016.
Please print documents two-sided.
Please Bring:
A daypack to carry water and lunch
A refillable water container, Igloos will be on site 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
A sack lunch, to carry with you
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 flash flood potential; exposure to sun, wind, lightning and rapidly changing weather conditions; working with sharpened tools in areas with unstable terrain and footing; 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 weather. Please be prepared to hike up to a total of three miles at high elevation in varying weather. Please drink plenty of water prior to and during the project to stay hydrated.
GPS systems and Internet map sites are often inaccurate in the mountains. Cell phone service will be inconsistent or unavailable.
Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033
www.cusp.ws