Hey Volunteers! It’s time for our Nov 9 work party. We’ve got a great session planned. If you haven’t signed up yet, now is the time .
Work Party Plan
Meet at the Hub Drive parking lot for sign-in at 8:45 am. From there we’ll walk about 1/4 mile to the Pump House Trail Head.
JT & Jerry will lead introductions, explain today’s work, and set-up teams for the day (teams described below). Our youth leaders, Sativia and Shylee will lead the safety talk. We’ll pass out t-shirts to new volunteers, take a group photo, then get to work!
Teams
- Trail Switchback at Pump House Bridge (4 people)
Description: In preparation for decommissioning the temporary “machine trail” we are improving the switchback leading to the Pump House Bridge so that equipment can safely make the turn. We will be removing briars, expanding the corner, and building a second rock wall to improve the sustainability of the existing wall.
2. Rock wall on elevated trail (6-8 people)
Description: The elevated trail in the lower meadow has been through several seasons of use and is in need minor repair work. We will be resetting rocks that have fallen off the edge and cutting back briars where they are encroaching on the trail.
3. Power Carrier Drivers (3 people)
Description: Carry rock and gravel from the Pump House Trail Head to our 2 work sites.
4. Loading Power Carriers (JT)
Description: Using a loader bucket to fill power carriers with rock and gravel.
5. Restoration Crew (Everybody else)
Description: Starting at the bridge site, clear briars, trim back organic material, including the “V” in the switchback and north along Pump House Trail
Lunch will be held at noon at the Pump House Trail Head, where we will also lead our monthly Advisory Committee Meeting. Please bring your questions and ideas. We want your input – it helps us improve our work parties and volunteer experience!
Advisory Committee Agenda
- Bridge update – Over water deadline met. The county will update us on next steps and we will share that information when we have it.
- Questions, concerns, suggestions?
- Count for after session planning meeting
Volunteer work parties are open to everyone – no experience required. All ages, sizes, genders, and skill set’s are encouraged to contribute to this popular community trail system.
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