Date/Time
Date(s) - 03/16/2013
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Help the Needy Wood Site
Category(ies)
Volunteers Needed: up to 25
Workday Description:
We will be assisting Help the Needy volunteers in splitting, stacking and preparing fire wood, as there are urgent needs for area residents. The wood is being re-purposed from thinning of unhealthy forests, creating defensible space and wildfire prevention. Work is in conjunction with the ‘Woodland Park Healthy Forest Initiative’ (http://www.wphfi.org/).
Important Notes:
Hardhats and all necessary tools and materials to complete project will be provided
Portable restrooms will be available on site
A safety review and work demonstration will precede the project work
Weather which could create hazardous conditions may cause the project to be canceled or rescheduled; you will be notified of any changes in a timely fashion
Requirements of Volunteers: Prior to the project each volunteer must submit a completed Liability Release Form. A Volunteer Sign-up Sheet must be initialed by individuals.
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 and long sleeved shirts are required, please dress in layers
Water containers, the use of reusable containers is encouraged – refills will be provided
A sack lunch
It is mandatory that each participant is dressed appropriately. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for this project.
Directions to Help the Needy Wood Site – 1010 Evergreen Heights, Woodland Park, CO 80863
Turn north on Hwy 67 from Hwy 24 in Woodland Park
Turn left on Evergreen Heights
Turn right just before the parking lot at the Northeast Teller County Fire District