2018-Idaho Springs Independent Stewardship for Trails Training

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Start Date-End Date: 09/15/2018-09/15/2018 Land Manager Office: Land Manager Contact: Funding Partner: Programmatic Partner: Summary: This one-day course will teach volunteers the basics needed to perform basic trail maintenance independently or in small groups and is appropriate for anyone performing basic trail maintenance in an adopt or other setting. Description: Take this opportunity to learn how you can give back directly to your favorite places! In partnership with the Continental Divide Trail Coaltion, VOC's Outdoor Stewardship Institute is hosting this one day workshop to anyone interested in learning skills to become a trail adopter. Using the Outdoor Stewardship Institute's (OSI) Independent Stewardship for Trails curriculum, trainees will gain the skills necessary to perform needed trail maintenance tasks independently and in small groups. Topics covered will include trail tread and corridor maintenance, as well as maintenance and construction of drainage features such as knicks and dips. Trainees will also receive a short review of volunteer leadership, risk management, and tool safety topics. Training Cost Information:OSI trainings are offered for a nominal fee to cover materials and instructor costs. They are limited in size to ensure their effectiveness and often fill quickly. Cost of this training is $40.00. Refunds can only be given to those who cancel within one week of the training date. Latitude/Longitude: Additional Information: Camping Available: No Physical Difficulty: High Altitude Project: Desired Number of Volunteers: 25 Total Adult Volunteers Attended: 11 Total Youth Volunteers Attended: 0 Total Volunteer Days: 11 Total Unique Volunteers: 11 Total Volunteer Hours: 88 Staff Hours: 0 Stipend Hours: 0 Project Summary: Successes and Challenges: Lessons Learned: Special Notes: Stewardship Education: Key Concerns or Comments from Staff or Volunteers: Description of Accidents/Incidents: Description of Work Completed:

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