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BACKGROUND: Dramatic red sandstone spires. Stunning views of craggy outcroppings. Pleasant trails suited to beginning mountain bikers and hikers who prefer more level terrain.
A diversity of trails offer quiet refuge from the tempo of the neighboring suburbs and criss-cross the eastern half of South Valley Park. The Swallow Trail is hiker-only.
The northwest section of the park is set aside as a Sensitive Area closed to public use to protect nest sites. A seasonal closure around the Grazing Elk Trail allows elk and mule deer access to critical range. Please help wildlife by respecting these closures. Do not climb on these delicate sandstone formations for your own safety and to protect these highly erosive surfaces.
Due to its popularity the parks trails are currently experiencing erosion, which can cause water quality issues and can be harmful to native vegetation. Volunteers will help restore trails that are experiencing erosion as well remove noxious weeds.
**LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED. PLEASE NOTIFY JCOS IF YOU HAVE ANY DIETARY RESTRICTIONS**
BEFORE YOU GO: Maximize your time at the site by downloading a release of liability form, filling it out and bringing it with you to the project site. The link to the PDF is in blue, near the bottom of the page: volunteer release of liability
REQUIREMENTS:
- NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED. Our staff will be onsite to guide you through the day’s work flow
- Be in good physical condition
- Be able to use a variety of tools, including shovels, picks and rakes
- Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Be prepared for numerous and changing environmental conditions
WHAT TO BRING & WEAR:
- Closed-toe, sturdy shoes are required. No open-toed shoes or sandals of any kind will be allowed.
- Work gloves
- Plenty of water (2 quarts minimum)
- Raingear
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- A day pack
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THERE!
