Cutthroat Chapter of Trout Unlimited and CUSP
South Platte River Restoration, 2014
UPDATE: We will not be meeting at Dad Clark park and Ride to Carpool, if you wish to carpool, please call Jim Klug 303-656-7504Workday: Saturday, June 21st , 2014Project Location: Happy Meadows, directions belowProject Times: 9:00 am to 12:00 pmVolunteers Expected: up to 20 Workday Description: We will be raking and reseeding disturbed areas of reconstruction following in stream restoration. The project may also include transplanting native vegetation, sedges and/or willows along the river’s edge. This work prevents future degradation of the river’s banks improves aquatic habitat. Important Notes:
- CUSP will provide materials and necessary tools to complete project work.
- A USFS outhouse is available nearby.
- Events may be canceled or rescheduled due to bad weather, which could create hazardous conditions for volunteers and staff. Staff will monitor weather and notify you of any changes in a timely fashion.
Mandatory Requirements of Volunteers: All volunteers must complete and submit: a CUSP liability release form and volunteer sign-up sheet (for the group). Please Bring: Any applicable medicines (including epi-pen and inhalers, if needed)Sun block and sun glasses (or safety glasses)Layered clothing appropriate for outdoor workWaders – if you have them Or waterproof work bootsWork GlovesA container for water, the use of reusable containers is encouraged, refills will be providedSack lunches Directions to Happy Meadows from Hwy 24 (from the east): Take Hwy 24 west through Lake George About one mile west of Lake George, turn right on county rd. 77 (towards Tarryall Reservoir)Turn right at CR 112, (appx. 1.4 mile), then turn right at the T Meet at the first large pullout, before Happy Meadows campground – signs will mark the site
Car Pool Info:
- Meet at 6:45am at Dad Clark park and ride lot
- University and 470 in Highlands Ranch
- Departure 7:00am sharp!
Contact: Jim Klug 303-565-7504