Date/Time
Date(s) - 10/24/2014
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
Meet at Mt. Communities Fire Department
Category(ies)
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 138,000 acres. One persistent issue is noxious weeds; these are invasive species that “move in” vigorously after a fire. They take advantage of disturbed areas and out-compete the native vegetation. This impacts the ecosystem as a whole in a negative way.
The Upper South Platte watershed provides for over 75% of Colorado’s municipal, industrial, and agricultural water needs. Project work will include clipping and bagging seed pods of these invasive species and severing roots to prevent future propagation. Please join us to help minimize damage to Colorado’s precious water supply.
Important Notes:
- All vehicles must remain at project site for the duration of the project
- CUSP will provide hard hats, materials and necessary tools to complete project work
- A portable restroom will be available on site
- A safety review and work demonstration will proceed 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 website
Requirements of Volunteers:
Prior to the project each volunteer will submit a completed Liability Release form, 2014 CUSP RELEASE the group also needs to submit a Volunteer Listing, VOLUNTEER LISTING 2014(1), attached.
Please print documents on both sides.
Please Bring:
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 coat, in case of adverse weather
Water containers, we will have extra water for refills on site
A sack lunch
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 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 not available.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
719.748.0033
www.waldofire.org