Date/Time
Date(s) - 04/29/2016
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
6 Mile Ranch
Category(ies)
Difficulty Rating: Easy
Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/poLMS
Directions:
From Colorado Springs: Take Hwy 24 West to Hwy 67 junction in Woodland Park and take a right, heading North on Hwy 67 take for about 24 miles, pass the Gill Trail Head, about a mile up take a left into property driveway.
From Denver: take Hwy 285 West 22 miles to Pine Junction, take a left onto CR 126, follow CR 126 another 20.7 miles, driveway will be on your right at the bottom of the hill, if you get to Gill Trailhead parking you have gone too far.
Number of Volunteers Expected: up to 25
Workday Description:
In light of recent and tragic fires, the Hayman Fire of 2002 may seem a distant memory, but serious issues continue from the largest fire in Colorado’s history. The Hayman fire was 139,000 acres. The forests understory has come back well including grasses, flowers and shrubs, but native trees take a very long time regenerate. This property owner, who lost 98% of their forested property in the Hayman fire has partnered with CUSP to have a Ponderosa Pine and Douglas fir nursery to help with reforestation on their property and key areas within the burn scar. Project work will include transplanting native tree species from this nursery into pots for other planting projects for the season. These efforts will help to mitigate future flood damage and aid in the healing of the ecosystem as a whole.
All work is dependent upon environmental factors – unpredictable weather, runoff and soil movement may alter project and location details.
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
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 a completed CUSP-2016-Release-Form.
Please print documents two-sided.
Please Bring:
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
Sturdy shoes
Packed lunch
Snacks
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 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.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033
www.cusp.ws
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.