Registration for this event is CLOSED. If you are interested in volunteering, please email nakae@erwc.org

Project Description:

Eagle River Watershed Council and Eagle County Open Space are seeking volunteers to help enhance riparian habitat by planting willows and cottonwoods along Brush Creek on the Brush Creek Valley Ranch & Open Space property in Eagle, CO. The goal of the project is to restore native riparian vegetation and prevent future degradation. This is part Phase 2 of a larger stream restoration project at Brush Creek Valley Ranch & Open Space.

This project will take place Saturday April 29 from 9:00am – 1:30pm.

Volunteers should expect to work in areas with unstable footing and be prepared to get wet and work in variable weather conditions.

What to bring:

• Sturdy closed toed shoes (no sandals or flip flops)
• Gloves – there will be gloves provided as well, but if you have ones you like feel free to bring them
• Long sleeves & long pants
• Sun Protection – optional but recommended, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses
• Warm Layer – bring layers to be prepared for changing weather conditions
• Water – there will be a water cooler to refill bottles
• Snacks – some snacks will be provided but feel free to bring your favorite snacks too
• A good attitude & willingness to work hard!

How to volunteer:

Registration for this event is CLOSED. If you are interested in volunteering, please email nakae@erwc.org

All volunteers must register ahead of time and you will be asked to complete a waiver at time of registration. Details (where to meet, what to bring, etc.) will be sent to the email address you provide. Registration will close Thursday April 27.

Additional question? Please email nakae@erwc.org.