Date/Time
Date(s) - 10/22/2016
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Weakland-Fawks Park
Category(ies)
Bailey Mountain Trail Maintenance
Workdays: Saturday, October 22nd, 2016
Project Location: Bailey Mountain Trail, Bailey, CO
Meeting Location: Weakland Fawks Park, 876 Burland Dr, Bailey, CO
Directions: Heading south on hwy285, take the exit for Co Rd 72, turn left onto Co Rd 72, in half a mile turn right onto Burland Dr, the park will be on the right in just under 1 mile.
Difficulty Rating: Moderate
Project Times: 9:00am-3:00pm
Map Link: https://goo.gl/EJK3mD
Workday Description:
Bailey Mountain Trail is a popular get-away spot for the nearby metro area. Keeping the trail safe and clean is important work to protect our watershed. One way trail maintenance helps protect our water is the prevention of erosion. Trail maintenance includes, but is not limited to: closing and restoring unsustainable social trails and improving existing trails; up to a four mile hike on steep, unstable terrain carrying tools with a personal backpack. In addition, we will be building benches on the trail. Each volunteer will need to carry in their own water for the day (two liters recommended), their packed lunches, and any other necessities.
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 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)
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
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.