Young Environmental Stewards, YES Clubs and CUSP, Hayman Fire Restoration

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Date/Time
Date(s) - 04/04/2015
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location
Trail Creek - meeting at Mt. Communities Fire Department

Category(ies)


Workday Description: 

The Trail Creek work area is part of a major restoration effort to stabilize drainages carrying high sediment loads to the South Platte River.  Because of the intensity of the 2002 Hayman fire here, and around the Westcreek community, the soil remains loose and unable to soak up rain.  Runoff frequently turns to high-volume floods, damaging roads, downstream creeks and filling reservoirs with sediment.  Major in-stream restoration work utilizing natural materials such as burned trees and boulders has helped raise the height of creeks and stabilize steep eroded banks to re-create more natural flows and fight erosion.  Retention ponds have also been added to stabilize runoff.  These methods have become models for fire restoration throughout Colorado and nationwide.

Depending on weather and the progression of work, volunteers will assist the rehab by stabilizing work sites: re-seeding with native vegetation; planting willows to limit the amount of sediment contributing to the erosion issues.

Important Notes:

  • CUSP will provide hard hats; tools and materials necessary 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
  • Portable restrooms 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 cusp.ws/Volunteer.

Requirements of Volunteers:

Prior to the project each volunteer must submit a completed CUSP 2015 Release Form, CUSP 2015 Release Form, the group also needs to submit a VOLUNTEER LISTING 2015, CUSP 2015 Volunteer Listing, attached.

Please print documents on both sides.

Please Bring:

A refillable water container (refills will be available at project site)
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

 

What to Expect:

The burn area is 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 high flash flood potential; exposure to sun, wind, lightning and rapidly changing weather conditions; working with sharpened tools in areas with unstable terrain and footing; 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.  Please wear appropriate clothing; clothing may become stained or ruined.  This project may not suitable for expectant mothers.

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
www.cusp.ws

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