Date/Time
Date(s) - 07/23/2016
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Category(ies)
Trout Unlimited Cutthroat Chapter and CUSP
Invasive Weed Mitigation
Workday: Saturday, July 23, 2016
Project Location: Deckers Area
Difficulty Rating: Easy/Moderate
Project Times: 9am-3pm
Meeting Location: Meet at Deckers Community Hall parking lot, behind Flies and Lies
8570 S Co Hwy 67, Sedalia, CO 80135
Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/hrsKbTfB4HF2
Number of Volunteers Anticipated: up to 25
Workday Description:
Noxious weeds can wreak havoc on an ecosystem. These invaders displace native vegetation, threatening wildlife habitat, valuable natural resources, and recreation areas. Noxious weed infestations also cost Coloradans millions of dollars each year from harvest losses, damage to livestock, and lost productivity.
Weeds are considered noxious if they:
- Aggressively invade native plant communities or crops
- Can poison livestock
- Can carry damaging insects, disease, or parasites
- Are detrimental to the environment
The best way to control noxious weeds is to prevent their establishment by supporting healthy native plant communities and maintaining pastures. Weeds are particularly adept at invading areas with bare soil, such as burn scars and over-grazed pastures. Noxious weeds are fierce competitors once they are established, but can be controlled if the proper measures are taken.
With the help from CCTU we can make some serious progress in the Deckers area!
Important Notes:
- CUSP will provide hard hats, materials and necessary tools to complete project work
- A USFS outhouse will be available for participants at the trailhead
- 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 page.
Requirements of Volunteers:
Prior to the project each volunteer must submit a completed Liability Release form, CUSP 2016 Release Form, the group also needs to submit a Volunteer Listing, CUSP 2016 Volunteer Listing, attached.
Please print documents on both sides.
Please Bring:
A daypack to carry water and lunch
Refillable water container
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 sack lunch, to carry with you, we will not return to vehicles for 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 be prepared to hike up to a total of six miles at high elevation in varying weather 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 below office number can be contacted in case of emergency.
The Coalition for the Upper South Platte
Post Office Box 726
Lake George, Colorado 80827
719.748.0033