Description
Start Date-End Date: 07/13/2013-07/13/2013
Land Manager Office: CPW - Staunton State Park
Land Manager Contact: Jennifer Anderson
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Summary: NOTE: Registration for this opportunity is full. If you register, you will be placed on the wait list.
Help restore a hiking trail in stunning Staunton State Park.
Description:
STEWARDSHIP SITE
Staunton State Park, approximately 40 miles southwest of Denver, is Colorado's newest State Park. This 3,800 acre parcel of land, once the Staunton Ranch, was generously donated by Frances H. Staunton to the State of Colorado with the understanding that it would ultimately be "preserved as a wilderness area" for the enjoyment of all. The Park-with its roaring waterfall, dramatic granite outcroppings, and open valley meadows- is a stunning addition to the Colorado State Park system.
VOLUNTEER PROJECT - WHAT & WHY
With the recent opening of the park, there are still many tasks that demand attention. Volunteer will help restore a hiking trail within the park. Work will include moving rocks, installing water bars, making draining improvements and general maintainence of the trail. Don't miss the opportunity to experience Colorado's newest state park!
PARTNERS
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Staunton State Park
OTHER FUN STUFF
VOC 30th Anniversary Project
Meals: A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Latitude/Longitude: 39.504627, -105.389960
Additional Information:
Camping Available: No
Physical Difficulty: Moderate
High Altitude Project: No
Desired Number of Volunteers: 30
Total Adult Volunteers Attended: 27
Total Youth Volunteers Attended: 6
Total Volunteer Days: 33
Total Unique Volunteers: 33
Total Volunteer Hours: 247.5
Staff Hours: 43
Stipend Hours: 0
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On July 13th, 35 Volunteers worked to restore the Old Mill Trail in Colorado's newest state park. Participants built 13 drainage structures on the old road which has been converted to a hiking trail. The drainage structures will protect surrounding habitat, improve water quality and provide a safe and sustainable path to one of the most visited attractions in the park.
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