Date/Time
Date(s) - 05/15/2015
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location
Meet at Grant County General Store
Category(ies)
Directions: Take Hwy 285 W for about 40 miles. There is an intersection Hwy 285 and County Road 62, just before that intersection there is the Grant Hotel (on the left), next to it is an empty parking lot where the Grant County Store used to be, please pull into that parking area to meet the crew.
Workday Description:
There are numerous sites on USFS property along Guanella Pass that contain dispersed, social campsites and road systems. Guanella Pass will soon be paved, making these sites unsafe for access and allowing healing of the area. Our goal is to assist USFS partners in restoration and decommissioning such sites. Work will include: dismantling fire rings, reseeding native vegetation and naturalizing these areas of heavy use. The result will improve habitat along riparian and wildlife corridors, and prompt more appropriate use of these popular forested sites. The project work will instill stewardship and help identify the best uses for our public lands. This is truly a “Project of Purpose.”
All work is dependent upon environmental factors – unpredictable weather, runoff and soil movement may alter project and location details.
Important Notes
- ALL vehicles must remain at project site for the duration of the project
- CUSP will provide hard hats, tools and materials necessary to complete project work
- A portable restroom will be available on site
- Safety review and work demonstration will precede the project work
- Weather, which could create hazardous conditions, may cause projects to be canceled or rescheduled; we will notify you of changes promptly, changes will also be posted at: cusp.ws
Requirements of Volunteers
All volunteers must complete and submit prior to the project: a CUSP Liability Release, CUSP 2015 Release Form and a Volunteer Sign-up Sheet, VOLUNTEER LISTING 2015 , for the group.
Please print ALL documents two sided.
Please Bring:
Any applicable medicines (including epi-pens, insulin and inhalers)
Sunscreen
Sun glasses or safety glasses
Work gloves
Work boots with ankle support
Long pants are required; long sleeved shirts are strongly recommended
Water containers, extra water will be provided
Sack lunches, to carry with you
What to Expect:
This project is located in exposed mountain environments. Please be aware and prepared for potential hazards, including but not limited to: driving on mountainous roads with snow, ice and/or loose gravel; exposure to sun, wind, lightning and rapidly changing weather conditions; possible falling trees; and 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 avoid dehydration, which occurs rapidly at high elevation and dry climate. Please wear appropriate clothing. The minimum age requirement for this project is eight years of age
Please note that cell phone coverage is limited or unavailable in these areas.
Typical navigational GPS units are often inaccurate in mountainous regions as well.
The below office number may be used as an emergency contact number.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033
www.cusp.ws