Overview
We will be working outside and enjoying the (hopefully) beautiful weather in Colorado while making a difference in Boulder County's open space. This year projects may include working on agricultural land, seed collection, trail work, painting, or building picnic areas. Be prepared for hard, but rewarding work with immediate results. Participants should be prepared with a good attitude, some clothes that can get dirty and are appropriate for the weather, and a mode of transportation that could take you to different county open space sites each day.
Pre-meeting
Ice Breaker-Name, something awesome about you, why you chose Boulder County Parks and Open Space
Collect Names, numbers, emails
Sign Electronic Waiver for Boulder County (don't use the paper copy) and check that NVHS Field Trip Form is Turned In
Plan-Meet on location and dismiss from location(see below). You are responsible for getting dropped off and picked up!
Projects:
Service Days October 15-18
Where?-Each day students will meet at NVHS and ride in an activity bus at 8:45am. Andy will drive the activity bus back to NVHS for a 3:10pm arrival.
Tuesday-Caribou Ranch TH-Building and removing fencing
Wednesday-Pella Crossing-Vegetation management
Thursday-Heil Ranch or Rabbit Mountain Open Space-Trail and fence work
Friday-Reynolds Ranch-Forestry project
When?-Meet at 8:40am every day at NVHS, dismissal is at 3:10pm from NVHS Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and at 12:30pm Friday
What?-Hard work
Weather - Weather is unpredictable, check the forecast and prepare. Although we will be relatively close to the trailhead it is important that you bring warm and waterproof clothing, we will try to complete the work in slightly inclement weather (cold, light rain, wind). Dressing in removable layers of non-cotton clothing will help you stay dry and comfortable. I would suggest checking the forecast before the project at www.noaa.org. Even if the forecast predicts bad weather, please plan on attending. If we do decide to postpone or cancel this project, I will let you know as soon as possible.
What You Bring: Work clothes, Drinking water/bottle (1-2 liters), Sturdy shoes/boots, Sunscreen, Work gloves (if you have them), Layers of clothes, Rain gear
We will provide: Transportation from NVHS, Water, Work Gloves, First Aid Kit, Tools
Commitment - Your participation is greatly appreciated; it is also the most important component of a volunteer project. Please plan on attending. If something comes up and you cannot make this event, please let me know as soon as possible.
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