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Service Project

New Trail Construction

July 21, 2019

08:30 AM - 03:00 PM MDT

Colorado Springs Platoon

Event overview

DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND TRAIL IMPROVEMENT WORKDAY We will be working with the Rocky Mountain Field Institute on new trail construction for the Devil's Playground Trail reroute project. Tasks include corridor clearing, rough cutting, and finishing work. Additional tasks may include rock and timber wall construction. MEETING PLACE: The Crags Trailhead From Colorado Springs, take US Highway 24 west towards Woodland Park and Divide. In the town of Divide, turn left (south) on Highway 67. This is the major intersection at a light in Divide. Continue on Highway 67 for approximately 4 miles then turn left on Teller County Road 62. (This turn will be shortly after you pass the main entrance to Mueller State Park on your right.) Continue following CR 62 for another 3 miles, bearing right when you come to the Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp. The trailhead parking lot will be on your right. Cell reception can be spotty here. Please arrive on time so we do not miss you. NOTE: The minimum age requirement for this workday is 16.

Type

Service Project

What To Wear

Wear sturdy & weather-appropriate clothes, long pants and work boots are required (NO open-toed shoes or shorts).

What to Bring

It is recommended to bring sunscreen, light snacks, a water bottle, and a light backpack. Lunch will be provided.

Inclement Weather

We will work through light rain or other mild weather conditions. However, if we have to cancel for hazardous weather, or any other reason, we will email you no later than 6:00am on the morning of the workday and will attempt to contact you at the phone number you have provided if necessary. If you need to cancel, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can try to find volunteers to replace you.

Event Contact

When and where

Date

July 21, 2019

Time

08:30 AM - 03:00 PM (MDT)

Location

Craig's Trailhead

615 Teller Co Rd 62
Divide, CO 80814

Parking Information

Park at the trailhead parking lot.

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