Date/Time
Date(s) - 04/28/2016
9:00 am
Location
Meet at Ute Pass Library
Category(ies)
Difficulty Rating: Easy/Moderate
Meeting Location: Ute Pass Library, 8010 Severy Road, Cascade, CO 80809
Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/fTdDGeYALMT2
Directions: From Colorado Springs travel West on US Highway 24, up Ute Pass. At the stoplight in Cascade, turn right onto Severy Rd. The library is just past the fire station on the left. We will then caravan to the work site.
Number of Volunteers Anticipated: 15 – 20
Workday Description:
The project will include reseeding native grasses on areas of the burn scar and slopes that have been reconstructed during restoration. The establishment of grasses is the first step of the process to stabilize the raw slope and slow the movement of damaging sediment. Since the Waldo Canyon Fire in 2012, infrastructure, homes and businesses have been damaged and threatened by floods in this area. From 2012-2015 numerous flood events occurred here; efforts to stabilize the channels that transport the water and sediment are still underway. Partners have been working to stabilize lower Wellington Gulch, which involves the removal of tens of thousands of cubic yards of sediment and reshaping the channel walls. This gulch runs alongside a private property, with one dwelling at risk as well as the highway, downstream homes and Fountain Creek.
Important Notes:
- CUSP will provide hard hats, 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 at: cusp.ws/Volunteer.
Requirements of Volunteers:
Volunteers must complete and submit prior to the project: CUSP-2016-Release-Form (one per volunteer, please print two sided); Group leaders, please complete: VOLUNTEER-LISTING-2016 (1) (for the group).
Please Bring:
A winter coat
A daypack to carry water and lunch
A refillable water container, we will have Igloos 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
Warm gloves (we will provide regular work gloves if you do not have them)
Sturdy shoes with good tread; no sandals please
A sack lunch
What to Expect:
This project will occur in an exposed mountain environment. Please be aware and prepared for potential hazards, including, though not limited to: driving on mountainous roads with loose gravel or snow; exposure to sun, wind, snow 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 a ½-mile 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 this area.
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