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SUMMARY:Canaan Mountain Wilderness Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Land: Adjacent to the southeast boundary of Zion National Park\, Canaan Mountain Wilderness is comprised of approximately 44\,500 acres of public land in Washington County. In this wilderness\, an 8-by-10 mile block of Navajo Sandstone\, bounded by 2\,000-foot-high cliffs\, has been sculpted by wind and water over time into a landscape of soaring cliff walls\, natural arches\, and slot canyons. On the highest plateaus\, stands of ponderosa pine are surrounded by cream-colored slickrock. Pinyon pine\, Utah juniper\, scrub oak\, and sagebrush cover the mountain slopes\, at lower elevations. Seeps in the canyon walls provide water for hanging gardens of maidenhair fern\, monkeyflower\, and columbine. Hawks\, falcons\, and golden eagles nest along the sandstone walls\, while ring-tailed cats\, deer\, cougar\, and black bear live on the plateaus and in the canyon bottoms.\n\nThe Work: Our work will focus on travel management by eliminating motorized impacts within the Wilderness boundary. Several illegal routes spiderweb up sandy slopes and rocky benches\, degrading the Wilderness quality of the landscape and inviting more motorized use to further scar the area. Extensive labor will be required to restrict motorized use and disguise the current impacts. Extensive heavy lifting of fallen tree trunks\, large boulders and other debris on uneven terrain will be the brunt of our work. Fencing and sign installation will also require heavy lifting and the use of power tools and hand tools alike. Rehabilitating this large area will require an able body and a cooperative attitude.\n\nOur Objective: Rehabilitate areas degraded by illicit motorized use\, creating an environment for soil and plant communities to flourish undisturbed. Manage motorized use to areas outside the Wilderness boundary by disguising visual impacts of past use and when necessary installing fencing and educational signage.\n\nProject Itinerary: A comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers.\n\nSaturday\, November 13th: Day 1 – Full day of work (9-5ish) and campout\nSunday\, November 14th: Day 2 – Half day of work to allow for travel time\n\nProject Rating: Level 2 – Our most common trip incorporates heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations on uneven terrain\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. The nature of Level 2 projects vary. Read specific project descriptions thoroughly for comprehensive expectations.
URL:https://suwa.org/events/canaan-mountain-wilderness-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211108
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SUMMARY:Ten Mile Point Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nTBD \n\nThe Work \nProject details TBD \nOur Objective: TBD \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, Nov 6th: Meet at designated location at 9:00am. Travel to site.\nSunday\, Nov 7th: Complete work project.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp at a location TBD adjacent to the work site. This will be specified in the Welcome Letter sent to registered volunteers. \nSUWA provides (1) lunch and snacks during the project. Volunteers are responsible for all additional meals during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW 
URL:https://suwa.org/events/book-cliffs-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211105
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SUMMARY:Southeastern Utah Stewardship Immersion - (for students of HMI's Gap Semester)
DESCRIPTION:Details provided to HMI Student participants.
URL:https://suwa.org/events/southeastern-utah-spooky-stewardship-weekend-for-students-of-hmis-gap-experience-semester/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211017
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SUMMARY:Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Stewardship Project (Prioritized for SUWA Diversity Scholars)
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nThe 1.7 million-acre Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is an extraordinary landscape. Over the last 20 years\, Grand Staircase-Escalante has claimed its place as a crown jewel equal to Utah’s national parks. The monument is world renowned for its remarkable paleontological discoveries\, stunning scenery\, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Local communities have benefited with significant increases in tourism\, new businesses\, population growth\, and higher per capita income. And polls consistently demonstrate strong support for the monument. \nSince its designation in 1996\, Grand Staircase-Escalante has come to be known as the “Science Monument”—yielding several new species of dinosaur and other paleontological finds and providing habitat for 650 bee species\, many that are endemic to the area. The area has incredible camping\, hiking and other recreational opportunities. Places like Calf Creek\, Peekaboo and Spooky Canyon\, Coyote Gulch\, and the Hole in the Rock Road are known the world over. \nThe Work \nOur emphasis is Dry Fork and the Scorpion WSA. Our work will focus on managing for travel impacts and camping compliance. We will construct (and deconstruct where appropriate) route cairns as markers for travel. These cairns are established to protect natural areas from off trail travel impacts. We will also install rock cairn baskets to demarcate wilderness study area boundaries. Tasks will include: track raking\, rock and natural materials gathering\, vertical mulching\, sifting and cleaning nonpermitted travel and campsites. All tools will be provided\, including gloves. \nOur Objective: To remediate the impacts of off-trail travel and dispersed camping at locations within Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in order to protect natural resources and preserve protected area boundaries. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nThursday\, October 14th – Evening Arrival\nFriday\, October 15th: Day 1. Orientation\, Workday and Group Dinner [provided]\nSaturday\, October 16th: Day 2. Workday & End of Project.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site. Specific location will be indicated in the Welcome Letter provided to registered volunteers. \nSUWA provides (1) group meal (plus snacks) during the project. Volunteers are responsible for all additional meals during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/grand-staircase-escalante-national-monument-stewardship-project-prioritized-for-suwa-diversity-scholars/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211013
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SUMMARY:University of Utah First Generation Alternative Break Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:Details TBD.
URL:https://suwa.org/events/university-of-utah-first-generation-alternative-break-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211004
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SUMMARY:San Rafael Reef Wilderness North - Project III
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nOn March 12\, 2019\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act was signed into law as the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation\, Management\, and Recreation Act. As part of that act\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act protected 663\,000 acres of public lands as designated wilderness\, including acreage in Muddy Creek\, Desolation Canyon\, Labyrinth Canyon\, and beyond. However\, in the two years since designation nearly no on-the-ground management has taken place. Standing signs (where they still stand) read “wilderness study area” – having not been updated to identify the true wilderness designation. SUWA staff have worked consistently to move in the direction of proper management and we are pleased to have reached an initial agreement to perform the first of what will be many needed stewardship projects designed to protect and define wilderness boundaries and interiors in the Swell. Join us in our effort! \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on boundary delineation and protection along the northeastern boundary of the San Rafael Reef Wilderness. Multiple illegal routes and washes are currently experiencing ORV use\, expanding travel and camping into the now-protected wilderness areas. We will install proper wilderness boundary signage\, build natural and constructed barriers to travel\, and otherwise clearly delineate protected landscapes from open route travel areas. Strategies may include vertical mulching with large boulders and downed trees/logs\, the building of rock cairn baskets (wired baskets filled with rock to define a border or edge)\, and extensive raking and naturalization of ORV tracks. \nOur Objective: To address the first slate of high priority wilderness incursion issues into the San Rafael Reef Wilderness. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, October 2nd: Day 1\nSunday\, October 3rd : Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. The nature of Level 2 projects vary. Read specific project descriptions thoroughly for comprehensive expectations. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at a location TBD. There are no amenities in the area. \nAn optional communal dinner will be provided on Day 1 of the project. Please bring your own utensils and dish. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/san-rafael-reef-wilderness-north-project-i-2/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210927
DTSTAMP:20260409T083314
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SUMMARY:San Rafael Reef Wilderness North - Project II
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nOn March 12\, 2019\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act was signed into law as the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation\, Management\, and Recreation Act. As part of that act\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act protected 663\,000 acres of public lands as designated wilderness\, including acreage in Muddy Creek\, Desolation Canyon\, Labyrinth Canyon\, and beyond. However\, in the two years since designation nearly no on-the-ground management has taken place. Standing signs (where they still stand) read “wilderness study area” – having not been updated to identify the true wilderness designation. SUWA staff have worked consistently to move in the direction of proper management and we are pleased to have reached an initial agreement to perform the first of what will be many needed stewardship projects designed to protect and define wilderness boundaries and interiors in the Swell. Join us in our effort! \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on boundary delineation and protection along the northeastern boundary of the San Rafael Reef Wilderness. Multiple illegal routes and washes are currently experiencing ORV use\, expanding travel and camping into the now-protected wilderness areas. We will install proper wilderness boundary signage\, build natural and constructed barriers to travel\, and otherwise clearly delineate protected landscapes from open route travel areas. Strategies may include vertical mulching with large boulders and downed trees/logs\, the building of rock cairn baskets (wired baskets filled with rock to define a border or edge)\, and extensive raking and naturalization of ORV tracks. \nOur Objective: To address the first slate of high priority wilderness incursion issues into the San Rafael Reef Wilderness. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, September 25th: Day 1\nSunday\, September 26th : Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. The nature of Level 2 projects vary. Read specific project descriptions thoroughly for comprehensive expectations. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at a location TBD. There are no amenities in the area. \nAn optional communal dinner will be provided on Day 1 of the project. Please bring your own utensils and dish. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/san-rafael-reef-wilderness-north-project-ii/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210920
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SUMMARY:Westwater Canyon WSA Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nThe Westwater Canyon WSA spans the Westwater Canyon portion of the Colorado River with the eastern two-thirds of these protected lands located in the Dolores Triangle. Major tributary canyons on the east side of the river include Little Dolores\, Marble\, and Star canyons. A short box canyon\, Little Hole\, and a rincon (Big Hole) are the main features northwest of the river corridor. Up on the highlands\, pinyon-juniper woodlands cover over half of the WSA\, with the remaining cover consisting of sagebrush and blackbrush. The canyon itself features unique geologic features including black\, pre-Cambrian rock\, the oldest exposed rock in Utah\, which forms Westwater’s inner canyon. \nLocal land management is facing increased impacts from river camping encroaching into the Westwater Canyon WSA. This travel results in damage to local ecologies\, as well as significant disturbance to the wilderness quality and characteristics. \n  \nThe Work \nOur crew will take to the river to rehabilitate and reclaim stretches of WSA river bank impacted by non-permitted camping. We will naturalize and restore the visual landscape using a variety of techniques including vertical mulching and surface remediation. Applicants to this project will be vetted and interviewed in August. 6-8 spaces are available. \nWork tasks will vary by need\, and are slated to include: \n\ninstall naturalized barriers to impacted lands;\nvertical mulching and track/tread raking;\nmanual reclamation (with hand tools) of visually disturbed surface\n\nOur Objective: To remediate the existing impacts of non-permitted camping and prevent subsequent impacts to the Westwater Canyon WSA. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers.  \n\nFriday\, Sept 17th: Camp near put-in (optional)\nSaturday\, Sept 18th: Day 1. Meet at put-in & float to Sunday worksite.\nSunday\, Sept 19th: Day 2. Workday and take out.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n*River experience is preferred. All applicants will be interviewed prior to being assigned a place on this project. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp at an assigned river campground during the project. Specific location will be indicated in the Welcome Letter provided to registered volunteers. \nA meal schedule is TBD. \n*Please Note: We are required to carry out all [human & other] waste for this project. Appropriate facilities will be provided. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/westwater-canyon-wsa-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTSTAMP:20260409T083314
CREATED:20210628T214300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T223445Z
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SUMMARY:San Rafael Reef Wilderness North - Project I
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nOn March 12\, 2019\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act was signed into law as the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation\, Management\, and Recreation Act. As part of that act\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act protected 663\,000 acres of public lands as designated wilderness\, including acreage in Muddy Creek\, Desolation Canyon\, Labyrinth Canyon\, and beyond. However\, in the two years since designation nearly no on-the-ground management has taken place. Standing signs (where they still stand) read “wilderness study area” – having not been updated to identify the true wilderness designation. SUWA staff have worked consistently to move in the direction of proper management and we are pleased to have reached an initial agreement to perform the first of what will be many needed stewardship projects designed to protect and define wilderness boundaries and interiors in the Swell. Join us in our effort! \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on boundary delineation and protection along the northeastern boundary of the San Rafael Reef Wilderness. Multiple illegal routes and washes are currently experiencing ORV use\, expanding travel and camping into the now-protected wilderness areas. We will install proper wilderness boundary signage\, build natural and constructed barriers to travel\, and otherwise clearly delineate protected landscapes from open route travel areas. Strategies may include vertical mulching with large boulders and downed trees/logs\, the building of rock cairn baskets (wired baskets filled with rock to define a border or edge)\, and extensive raking and naturalization of ORV tracks. \nOur Objective: To address the first slate of high priority wilderness incursion issues into the San Rafael Reef Wilderness. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, September 11th: Day 1\nSunday\, September 12th : Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. The nature of Level 2 projects vary. Read specific project descriptions thoroughly for comprehensive expectations. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at a location TBD. There are no amenities in the area. \nAn optional communal dinner will be provided on Day 1 of the project. Please bring your own utensils and dish. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/san-rafael-reef-wilderness-north-project-i/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210828
DTSTAMP:20260409T083314
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SUMMARY:High Uintas Wilderness Stewardship - Project II
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nLocated in northeastern Utah\, the Uinta Mountains were named for the Uintaat Indians\, early relatives of the modern Ute Tribe. The High Uintas Wilderness envelops the wild core of this massive mountain range. Characterized by the highest peaks in Utah\, countless lakes\, and a unique alpine ecosystem\, it is among the nation’s most outstanding wilderness areas. The High Uintas Wilderness is administered jointly by the Ashley and Wasatch-Cache National Forests. The Uinta Mountains were carved by glaciers from an immense uplift of Precambrian rock. Some of this rock is exposed as colorful quartzite and shales. The main crest of the Uinta Mountains runs west to east for more than 60 miles\, rising over 6\,000 feet above the Wyoming and Uinta Basins to the north and south. Massive secondary ridges extend north and south from the crest of the range\, framing glacial basins and canyons far below. This rugged expanse of peaks and flat-top mountains is the largest alpine area in the Intermountain West. Hundreds of picturesque lakes\, streams\, and meadows lie within sculpted basins. Cold\, clear rivers plunge from the basins into deep canyons that form the headwaters of Utah’s major rivers. The Uinta Mountains rise from 7\,500 to 13\,528 feet at the summit of Kings Peak\, offering diverse habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna. Above treeline\, tundra plant communities thrive in the harsh climate of the highest altitudes. Thick forests of Engelmann spruce\, subalpine fir\, and lodgepole pine blanket the land below treeline. These forests are interrupted by park-like meadows and lush wetlands. In the lower elevations\, aspen groves and countless mixed species offer contrast to the scene. The Uinta Mountains are home to: elk\, mule deer\, moose\, mountain goat\, coyote\, black bear\, bighorn sheep\, ptarmigan\, river otter\, pine marten\, cougar\, and 75 percent of Utah’s bird species\, among many others. The High Uintas Wilderness boasts 545 miles of trail\, which may be accessed from a number of trailheads surrounding the wilderness near the gateway communities of Duchesne\, Roosevelt\, and Kamas\, UT and Evanston and Mountain View\, WY. This extensive network of trails leads visitors deep into the wilderness\, through thick forests\, past rushing streams and placid lakes\, to sweeping alpine vistas below majestic peaks. [from Wilderness.net] \n  \nThe Work \nFor the evening of Aug. 22\, UFS will reserve (3) campsites at either Wandin or Uinta Canyon Campgrounds. Confirmation will be emailed to Volunteers in advance of the trip. Please arrive on the evening of Aug. 22. Look for the lawn signs! \nOrientation will begin at 8AM Aug 23rd at the Uinta Trailhead to ensure a hiking start time of 9am. Please have your pack packed and ready to go at orientation. \n\nDay 1: Very Strenuous! 12 miles + 2\,500 ft. elevation gain! This is a very steep and very long hike with full packs plus tools. Basecamp will be established @ Lower Chain Lake on Day 1.\nDay 2-3: Remediation work at Lower\, Middle\, Upper and Fourth Chain Lakes.\n\nDay 4: Remediation Work\n\n\nDay 5: Hike back to trailhead – travel home\n\n\nWork tasks will vary by need\, and are slated to include: \n\ncampsite compliance and clean-up;\ninformational/educational signage installation;\nmanual reclamation of visually disturbed surface/vertical mulching\n\nOur Objective: To improve on-the-ground conditions in high use areas in the High Uintas Wilderness. To remediate existing impacts resulting from nonpermitted camping. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. Extensive hiking will take place at the beginning and at the conclusion of the project\, with an anticipated 3-4 days of project work and camping.  \n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 3+ – Heavy lifting\, high-elevation\, remote travel\, and extended durations away from common conveniences. Leave No Trace principles are essential during all of our trips but require the most thought and planning at Level 3. These trips may involve on-site training for technical skills and tool use. Excellent physical fitness is a must at this level. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/high-uintas-wilderness-stewardship-week-ii/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210807
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210714T170525Z
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SUMMARY:High Uintas Wilderness Stewardship Project I
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nLocated in northeastern Utah\, the Uinta Mountains were named for the Uintaat Indians\, early relatives of the modern Ute Tribe. The High Uintas Wilderness envelops the wild core of this massive mountain range. Characterized by the highest peaks in Utah\, countless lakes\, and a unique alpine ecosystem\, it is among the nation’s most outstanding wilderness areas. The High Uintas Wilderness is administered jointly by the Ashley and Wasatch-Cache National Forests. The Uinta Mountains were carved by glaciers from an immense uplift of Precambrian rock. Some of this rock is exposed as colorful quartzite and shales. The main crest of the Uinta Mountains runs west to east for more than 60 miles\, rising over 6\,000 feet above the Wyoming and Uinta Basins to the north and south. Massive secondary ridges extend north and south from the crest of the range\, framing glacial basins and canyons far below. This rugged expanse of peaks and flat-top mountains is the largest alpine area in the Intermountain West. Hundreds of picturesque lakes\, streams\, and meadows lie within sculpted basins. Cold\, clear rivers plunge from the basins into deep canyons that form the headwaters of Utah’s major rivers. The Uinta Mountains rise from 7\,500 to 13\,528 feet at the summit of Kings Peak\, offering diverse habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna. Above treeline\, tundra plant communities thrive in the harsh climate of the highest altitudes. Thick forests of Engelmann spruce\, subalpine fir\, and lodgepole pine blanket the land below treeline. These forests are interrupted by park-like meadows and lush wetlands. In the lower elevations\, aspen groves and countless mixed species offer contrast to the scene. The Uinta Mountains are home to: elk\, mule deer\, moose\, mountain goat\, coyote\, black bear\, bighorn sheep\, ptarmigan\, river otter\, pine marten\, cougar\, and 75 percent of Utah’s bird species\, among many others. The High Uintas Wilderness boasts 545 miles of trail\, which may be accessed from a number of trailheads surrounding the wilderness near the gateway communities of Duchesne\, Roosevelt\, and Kamas\, UT and Evanston and Mountain View\, WY. This extensive network of trails leads visitors deep into the wilderness\, through thick forests\, past rushing streams and placid lakes\, to sweeping alpine vistas below majestic peaks. [from Wilderness.net] \n  \nThe Work \nThe USFS will reserve (3) campsites @ either Iron Mine or Hades Campground depending on availability. Volunteers can expect a text message update on the morning of Aug 1st to confirm location. Please arrive on the evening of Aug 1st. Look for the lawn signs! \nTrailhead Orientation will begin @ Grandview Trailhead at 8AM Aug 2 to ensure a hiking start time of 9am. Please have your pack packed and ready to go at Orientation. \n\nDay 1: Hike in 8 miles + 700 ft. elevation gain to Pine Island Lake. Remediation work @ Pine Island Lake\nDay 2: Remediation work @ Fish Hatchery Lake\, hike back 4 miles to establish base camp @ Betsy/Mohawk Lakes.\nDay 3: Remediation work @ Betsy/Mohawk Lakes\n\nDay 4: Remediation Work\n\n\nDay 5: Hike back to trailhead – travel home\n\n\nWork tasks will vary by need\, and are slated to include: \n\ncampsite compliance and clean-up;\ninformational/educational signage installation;\nmanual reclamation of visually disturbed surface/vertical mulching\n\n\nOur Objective: To improve on-the-ground conditions in high use areas in the High Uintas Wilderness. To remediate existing impacts resulting from nonpermitted camping. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. Extensive hiking will take place at the beginning and at the conclusion of the project\, with an anticipated 3-4 days of project work and camping. \n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 3 – Heavy lifting\, high-elevation\, remote travel\, and extended durations away from common conveniences. Leave No Trace principles are essential during all of our trips but require the most thought and planning at Level 3. These trips may involve on-site training for technical skills and tool use. Excellent physical fitness is a must at this level. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/high-uintas-wilderness-stewardship-project-i/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210802
DTSTAMP:20260409T083314
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210719T205447Z
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SUMMARY:Bears Ears National Monument - Project II
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nWith the designation ofBears Ears National Monument on December 28th\, 2016\, a new layer of protection was granted to some of the most spectacular places in southern Utah. There is Cedar Mesa\, with its incredible canyons running toward the San Juan River. There is White Canyon to the west of Natural Bridges. There are the Bears Ears themselves and the high ponderosa forests of Elk Ridge. To the north there’s Beef Basin and Indian Creek. Nearly 100\,000 archaeological and cultural sites were covered by the proclamation\, with protections afforded to a historied landscape long-neglected and actively undermined by private interests. \nWhile this historic proclamation remains in limbo\, we the people can take action to protect these lands from the ground up\, while honoring and calling attention to the broader need for top-down action. \n\nThe Work \nWe are returning to Elk Ridge for our fourth consecutive year working with the Manti-La Sal Forest Service on a series of natural resource protection projects. This year’s multi-day\, multi-weekend program will focus on a series of work projects which aim to manage travel within and adjacent to designated wilderness. Work tasks will vary by need and are slated to include: \n\nInstalling signage\nBuilding log & block infrastructure\nPotential fence installation (barbed wire or post and rail)\n\nOur Objective: To protect cultural and natural resources from the impacts of uninformed or willfully negligent travel and camping. \n\nItinerary \n\nThursday\, July 29th: Optional early arrival/camping.\nFriday\, July 30th: Day 1/Orientation\nSaturday\, July 31st: Day 2\nSunday\, August 1st: Day 3/Completion Midday\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at the Gooseberry Meadow on Elk Ridge. A nearby cabin provides select amenities. There is a pit toilet on site. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/bears-ears-national-monument-project-ii/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20210717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20210725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T183157Z
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SUMMARY:Latino Conservation Week: El Futuro de Nuestro Hogar
DESCRIPTION:Latino Conservation Week: The Future of Our Home \nLatino Conservation Week is from Saturday July 17th through Sunday the 25th. On July 17 head to SUWA.org for a surprise recognizing Latino herencia y querencia for wild Utah and nature on public land. You won’t want to miss this view into the future of our home on planet Earth. Latinos have deep roots and connection to America’s red rock wilderness. Public lands of the Colorado Plateau have a unique significance to Latino\, Chicano\, Hispanic cultures and community health. We deserve to have our stories told and reflected in the story of America. When we protect wild Utah\, we protect Latino culture. Gracias! \nLa Semana de Conservación Latina es el 17 hasta el 25 de julio. El 17 vaya al SUWA.org para una sorpresa reconociendo herencia y querencia Latina de Utah silvestre y la naturaleza en las tierras púbicas. No se pierda esta vista al futuro de nuestro hogar en la Tierra. Latinos mantienen raíces profundas a tierra silvestre de roca roja de los estados unidos. Las tierras públicas del Altiplano Colorado tienen una única significado para la gente latina\, chicana\, y hispana y nuestra salud comunitaria. Merecemos oír nuestras historias contado y reflejado en el cuento de América. Cuando protegemos a Utah silvestre\, protegemos la cultura latina. Gracias! \nCheck out the graphic below and visit LatinoConservationWeek.com for more information on Latino Conservation Week festivities in Utah and across the country! \n \nGraphic art by Frances Ngo \nMembers of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance will also host a game of UTAH SILVESTRE TRIVIA for the public. Please meet us at the Gear Swap at Kearns Library (Kearns\, UT)\, and the Tracy Aviary (Liberty Park\, Salt Lake City\, UT) for a chance to win Protect Wild Utah merchandise! \nPublic land fossil fuel extraction significantly harms Latino community health. But Latino querencia for our public lands can bring the permanent protection of America’s red rock wilderness. Will you join Latinos for Utah wilderness?
URL:https://suwa.org/events/latino-conservation-week-2021/
LOCATION:Online at SUWA.org/Silvestre
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Juarez%2C Latinx Community Organizer":MAILTO:olivia@suwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210719
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210113T214812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210719T205214Z
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SUMMARY:Bears Ears National Monument - Project I
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nWith the designation of Bears Ears National Monument on December 28th\, 2016\, a new layer of protection was granted to some of the most spectacular places in southern Utah. There is Cedar Mesa\, with its incredible canyons running toward the San Juan River. There is White Canyon to the west of Natural Bridges. There are the Bears Ears themselves and the high ponderosa forests of Elk Ridge. To the north there’s Beef Basin and Indian Creek. Nearly 100\,000 archaeological and cultural sites were covered by the proclamation\, with protections afforded to a historied landscape long-neglected and actively undermined by private interests. \nWhile this historic proclamation remains in limbo\, we the people can take action to protect these lands from the ground up\, while honoring and calling attention to the broader need for top-down action. \n\nThe Work \nWe are returning to Elk Ridge for our fourth consecutive year working with the Manti-La Sal Forest Service on a series of natural resource protection projects. This year’s multi-day\, multi-weekend program will focus on a series of work projects which aim to manage travel within and adjacent to designated wilderness. Work tasks will vary by need and are slated to include: \n\nInstalling signage\nBuilding log & block infrastructure\n\nOur Objective: To protect cultural and natural resources from the impacts of uninformed or willfully negligent travel and camping. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nThursday\, July 15th: Optional early arrival/camping.\nFriday\, July 16th: Day 1/Orientation\nSaturday\, July 17th: Day 2\nSunday\, July 18th: Day 3/Completion\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at the Gooseberry Meadow on Elk Ridge. A nearby cabin provides select amenities. There is a pit toilet on site. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/bears-ears-national-monument-project-1/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
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SUMMARY:San Rafael Swell - Mexican Mountain II
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nOn March 12\, 2019\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act was signed into law as the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation\, Management\, and Recreation Act. As part of that act\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act protected 663\,000 acres of public lands as designated wilderness\, including acreage in Muddy Creek\, Desolation Canyon\, Labyrinth Canyon\, and beyond. However\, in the two years since designation nearly no on-the-ground management has taken place. Standing signs (where they still stand) read “wilderness study area” – having not been updated to identify the true wilderness designation. SUWA staff have worked consistently to move in the direction of proper management and we are pleased to have reached an initial agreement to perform the first of what will be many needed stewardship projects designed to protect and define wilderness boundaries and interiors in the Swell. Join us in our effort! \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on boundary delineation and protection along Mexican Mountain Road in the northern San Rafael Swell. Multiple illegal routes and washes are currently experiencing ORV use\, expanding travel and camping into the now-protected wilderness areas. We will install proper wilderness boundary signage\, build natural and constructed barriers to travel\, and otherwise clearly delineate protected landscapes from open route travel areas. Strategies may include vertical mulching with large boulders and downed trees/logs\, the building of rock cairn baskets (wired baskets filled with rock to define a border or edge)\, and extensive raking and naturalization of ORV tracks. \nOur Objective: To address the first slate of high priority wilderness incursion issues along the Mexican Mountain Road adjacent to the Mexican Mountain Wilderness. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nTuesday\, June 8th\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. The nature of Level 2 projects vary. Read specific project descriptions thoroughly for comprehensive expectations. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp at their own discretion. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/san-rafael-swell-mexican-mountain-ii/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210614
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T194746Z
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SUMMARY:Program TBD
DESCRIPTION:Details to follow.
URL:https://suwa.org/events/program-tbd/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210528
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210108T010226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T173341Z
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SUMMARY:BENM Archeological Survey - Week II
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nWith the designation of Bears Ears National Monument on December 28th\, 2016\, a new layer of protection was granted to some of the most spectacular places in southern Utah. There is Cedar Mesa\, with its incredible canyons running toward the San Juan River. There is White Canyon to the west of Natural Bridges. There are the Bears Ears themselves and the high ponderosa forests of Elk Ridge. To the north there’s Beef Basin and Indian Creek. Nearly 100\,000 archaeological and cultural sites were covered by the proclamation\, with protections afforded to a historied landscape long-neglected and actively undermined by private interests. \nWhile this historic proclamation remains in limbo\, we the people can take action to protect these lands from the ground up\, while honoring and calling attention to the broader need for top-down action. \n\nThe Work \nWe are teaming with Forest Service Arcehologists for a weeklong training and survey of cultural resources on Elk Ridge near and within Bears Ears National Monument. Our work will focus on: \n\nSurveying known and unknown resources;\nDocumenting resource relationships to existing travel and camping infrastructure;\nAdditional tasks as assigned and led by archeologists\n\nOur Objective: To survey cultural resources to inform future decisions regarding travel and camping in the region. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSunday\, May 23rd: Optional early arrival/camping.\nMonday\, May 24th: Day 1.\nTuesday\, May 25th: Day 2.\nWednesday\, May 26th: Day 3.\nThursday\, May 27th: Day 4/Final Project Day.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at the Gooseberry Meadow on Elk Ridge. A nearby cabin provides select amenities. There is a pit toilet on site. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/archeological-survey-week-ii/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210521
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T172951Z
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SUMMARY:BENM Archeological Survey - Week I
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nWith the designation of Bears Ears National Monument on December 28th\, 2016\, a new layer of protection was granted to some of the most spectacular places in southern Utah. There is Cedar Mesa\, with its incredible canyons running toward the San Juan River. There is White Canyon to the west of Natural Bridges. There are the Bears Ears themselves and the high ponderosa forests of Elk Ridge. To the north there’s Beef Basin and Indian Creek. Nearly 100\,000 archaeological and cultural sites were covered by the proclamation\, with protections afforded to a historied landscape long-neglected and actively undermined by private interests. \nWhile this historic proclamation remains in limbo\, we the people can take action to protect these lands from the ground up\, while honoring and calling attention to the broader need for top-down action. \n\nThe Work \nWe are teaming with Forest Service Arcehologists for a weeklong training and survey of cultural resources on Elk Ridge near and within Bears Ears National Monument. Our work will focus on: \n\nSurveying known and unknown resources;\nDocumenting resource relationships to existing travel and camping infrastructure;\nAdditional tasks as assigned and led by archeologists\n\nOur Objective: To survey cultural resources to inform future decisions regarding travel and camping in the region. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSunday\, May 16th: Optional early arrival/camping.\nMonday\, May 17th: Day 1/Orientation + Training\nTuesday\, May 18th: Day 2.\nWednesday\, May 19th: Day 3.\nThursday\, May 20th: Day 4/Final Project Day.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp at the Kigalia Guard Station. There is a pit toilet on site. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/archeological-survey-week-i/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210127T181705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T173526Z
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SUMMARY:2021 Washington County Wilderness Stewardship Training
DESCRIPTION:Transform your recreation into stewardship! \nAcross Washington County’s designated wilderness areas there is a need to ensure that user activities do not result in unchecked impacts to natural and cultural resources. The rapid growth of Utah’s recreation economy is profoundly impacting our public lands. \nSUWA’s Service Program works every year to remediate\, rehabilitate\, and reclaim impacts to the wilderness character of our public lands. Help us accomplish our goals by becoming a part of our Wilderness Stewardship Program in Washington County. Become involved with our public lands monitoring initiative\, increase our on-the-ground presence across Utah\, and help us directly counter increasing threats to our wild places. \n\nJoin us virtually the evening of Thursday\, May 6th and then in the filed on Saturday\, May 8th to train as a volunteer Wilderness Steward with SUWA! \n\nLearn the history and on-the-ground reality of Washington County wilderness\nTrain in the tools and technology of wilderness monitoring\, with an emphasis on natural and cultural resources.\nTrain hands-on to monitor your public lands. Learn how to navigate\, identify\, and collect data to improve practical management\, and how to “read the landscape” for impacts – from motorized to mechanized and more.\nConduct annual monitoring hikes based on need\, assignment\, and the latest field data.\n\nThe training is open to all Washington County and adjacent residents willing and able to commit to a minimum annual monitoring hike quota. Wilderness Stewards receive annual monitoring assignments matched to the volunteer. \nInterested applicants may inquire by email. Join the ranks of SUWA’s Wilderness Stewards and help us grow our public lands’ presence from the ground up! Visit our website to Apply Now.
URL:https://suwa.org/events/15502/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210503
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210330T192957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T204654Z
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SUMMARY:San Rafael Swell Stewardship Project - Mexican Mountain
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nOn March 12\, 2019\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act was signed into law as the John D. Dingell Jr. Conservation\, Management\, and Recreation Act. As part of that act\, the Emery County Public Land Management Act protected 663\,000 acres of public lands as designated wilderness\, including acreage in Muddy Creek\, Desolation Canyon\, Labyrinth Canyon\, and beyond. However\, in the two years since designation nearly no on-the-ground management has taken place. Standing signs (where they still stand) read “wilderness study area” – having not been updated to identify the true wilderness designation. SUWA staff have worked consistently to move in the direction of proper management and we are pleased to have reached an initial agreement to perform the first of what will be many needed stewardship projects designed to protect and define wilderness boundaries and interiors in the Swell. Join us in our effort! \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on boundary delineation and protection along Mexican Mountain Road in the northern San Rafael Swell. Multiple illegal routes and washes are currently experiencing ORV use\, expanding travel and camping into the now-protected wilderness areas. We will install proper wilderness boundary signage\, build natural and constructed barriers to travel\, and otherwise clearly delineate protected landscapes from open route travel areas. Strategies may include vertical mulching with large boulders and downed trees/logs\, the building of rock cairn baskets (wired baskets filled with rock to define a border or edge)\, and extensive raking and naturalization of ORV tracks. \nOur Objective: To address the first slate of high priority wilderness incursion issues along the Mexican Mountain Road adjacent to the Mexican Mountain Wilderness. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, May 1st: Day 1\nSunday\, May 2nd : Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. The nature of Level 2 projects vary. Read specific project descriptions thoroughly for comprehensive expectations. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at a location TBD. There are no amenities in the area. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/san-rafael-swell-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210421
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210107T155720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T174622Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Rocks Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Work \nWe will work to address the impacts of noncompliant ORV travel and illegal camping in the area. Our tasks will focus on campsite remediation\, including: firering removal\, naturalization of illegal vehicle tracks in protected areas\, vertical mulching and other techniques to direct travel flows\, and installation of educational signage to inform future visitors. \nOur Objective: To better manage camping and travel impacts in the Behind the Rocks WSA. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nMonday\, Apr 19th: Day 1\nTuesday\, Apr 20th : Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at a location TBD. There are no amenities in the area. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/canyon-rims-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210417
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210224T232811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T175359Z
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SUMMARY:Hackberry Canyon Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nThe 1.7 million-acre Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is an extraordinary landscape. The monument is world renowned for its remarkable paleontological discoveries\, stunning scenery\, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Local communities have benefited with significant increases in tourism\, new businesses\, population growth\, and higher per capita income. \nSince its designation in 1996\, Grand Staircase-Escalante has come to be known as the “Science Monument”—yielding several new species of dinosaur and other paleontological finds and providing habitat for 650 bee species\, many that are endemic to the area. The area has incredible camping\, hiking and other recreational opportunities. Places like Calf Creek\, Peekaboo and Spooky Canyon\, Coyote Gulch\, and the Hole in the Rock Road are well-known. \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on earthen building in the backcountry. We will restore the earthen roof and earthen chinking on the historic Watson Cabin. This will involve extensive “dirt work” – digging\, loading\, lifting\, dumping\, repeating. Due to the hiking distance and the nature of the heavy labor\, this is considered a Level 3 project. See below. \nOur Objective: To restore aspects of an historic cabin while building new relationships with monument staff. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nThursday\, Apr 15th: Day 1\nFriday\, Apr 16th : Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 3 – Heavy lifting\, high-elevation\, remote travel\, and extended durations away from common conveniences. Leave No Trace principles are essential during all of our trips but require the most thought and planning at Level 3. These trips may involve on-site training for technical skills and tool use. Excellent physical fitness is a must at this level. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site at a location TBD. There are no amenities in the area. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/hackberry-canyon/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210322
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20210107T155246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T170541Z
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SUMMARY:Mill Creek Canyon WSA Stewardship Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nThe Mill Creek Canyon wilderness study area [WSA] is Moab’s periurban wilderness – magnificent in its scope despite an onslaught of pressures from the nearby community’s thriving recreation industry. The proposed wilderness features a series of canyons cut by perennial streams and ephemeral washes\, lush with riparian vegetation. Pinyon-juniper forest fills out the higher elevations\, above an expanse of Navajo sandstone domes\, fins and arches. \nOff-road vehicle use\, mountain biking\, and popular hiking routes flank the wilderness study area\, putting pressure on boundaries and jeopardizing the integrity of the resource. There is continual need to monitor and address these impacts. \n\nThe Work \nWe will work to manage off-road vehicle travel through barrier reinforcement and the installation of educational signing. The specifics of the defensive work will be determined in the lead-up to the project. Suffice it to say for now that work tasks will vary by need and are slated to include: \n\nThe building of a barrier to appropriately direct ORV travel away from the Mill Creek Canyon WSA;\nRemediation of existing impacts through raking\, vertical mulching\, and other naturalization techniques;\nInstallation of education signage to prevent future incursions.\n\nOur Objective: To manage off-road vehicle travel where it illegally occurs within the Mill Creek Canyon WSA. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, March 20th: Day 1\nSunday\, March 21st: Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nMeals \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/mill-creek-canyon-wsa-stewardship-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201109
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20191127T200350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T184920Z
UID:14839-1604707200-1604879999@suwa.org
SUMMARY:Canyon Rims Service Project
DESCRIPTION:Work schedule and project details are in development. A comprehensive project description will be posted with the Complete Fall 2020 Stewardship Calendar on Monday\, June 15th. Contact volunteer@suwa.org with any questions you may have in the meantime. Thank you!
URL:https://suwa.org/events/canyon-rims-service-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200928
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20200825T002552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T175733Z
UID:15271-1601078400-1601251199@suwa.org
SUMMARY:GSENM Stewardship Weekend - National Public Lands Day
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nThe 1.7 million-acre Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is an extraordinary landscape. The monument is world renowned for its remarkable paleontological discoveries\, stunning scenery\, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Local communities have benefited with significant increases in tourism\, new businesses\, population growth\, and higher per capita income. \nSince its designation in 1996\, Grand Staircase-Escalante has come to be known as the “Science Monument”—yielding several new species of dinosaur and other paleontological finds and providing habitat for 650 bee species\, many that are endemic to the area. The area has incredible camping\, hiking and other recreational opportunities. Places like Calf Creek\, Peekaboo and Spooky Canyon\, Coyote Gulch\, and the Hole in the Rock Road are well-known. \n\nThe Work \nOur work will focus on travel management and camping compliance. We will address any signs of camping impacts to natural resources. Tasks will include: track raking\, rock and natural materials gathering\, vertical mulching\, sifting and cleaning nonpermitted campsites. All tools will be provided\, including gloves. \nOur Objective: To remediate existing impacts resulting from non-permitted travel and camping. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, September 25th: Project\, Day 1\nSunday\, September 27th: Project\, Day 2\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nSpecific location of camping site(s) will be provided in the Welcome Letter sent to registered volunteers. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA has suspended our provision of food and water during projects. Volunteers are responsible for all of their water and meal needs through the duration of the project. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. \nA recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/gsenm-stewardship-weekend-national-public-lands-day/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stewardship Program":MAILTO:volunteer@suwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200920
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20200904T165340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T165441Z
UID:15278-1600473600-1600559999@suwa.org
SUMMARY:Cedar Mountain Wilderness Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Land\n \nThe Cedar Mountain Wilderness is located in northwestern Utah. The vegetation on the upper elevations is dominated by junipers\, hence the name. The Cedar Mountain Wilderness includes more than half of the 180\,000 acres (730 km2) Cedar Mountain Herd Management Area\, where feral horses have grazed since they were introduced in the late 19th century.  A survey conducted in December 1991 counted 444 horses\, and parts of the herd can often be seen on the wilderness where their impacts on native vegetation communities are apparent and widespread. \nCongress designated the Cedar Mountain Wilderness primarily in response to an effort by members of the Utah congressional delegation and governor to block rail access to a proposed high-level nuclear waste storage facility on the nearby Skull Valley Indian Reservation. The project was sponsored by a consortium of nuclear power companies known as Private Fuel Storage. The project was killed in 2012 amid legal obstacles and substantial local opposition. Since that time\, the Cedar Mountain Wilderness has continued to see tremendous ORV impacts – especially during fall hunting season – due to the profligate presence of roads effectively intersecting and dividing the wilderness parcels. \n\nThe Work \nWe will post and restore wilderness boundary signage across the range. We will remediate travel impacts where illegal routes have been created by user activity. \nTasks will include: track raking\, rock and natural materials gathering\, vertical mulching\, sifting and cleaning nonpermitted campsites\, and sign installation. All tools will be provided\, including gloves. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, September 19th: Project\, Day 1 of 1\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nProvisions \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA has suspended our provision of food and water during projects. Volunteers are responsible for all of their water and meal needs through the duration of the project. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. \nA recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/cedar-mountain-wilderness-stewardship-project/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200907
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20200206T165815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T204833Z
UID:14944-1599264000-1599436799@suwa.org
SUMMARY:Fall West Desert Service Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nUtah’s West Desert is a remote\, sprawling collection of magnificent landscapes containing a series of distinctive “island” ranges including the Deep Creek Mountains\, the House Range\, the Wah-Wahs\, Notch Peak\, and more. Spanning several counties and hundreds of miles of remote roads\, many of the regions spectacular features are protected as wilderness study areas (WSAs) and managed by the local BLM. Limited resources and expansive territory combine for a particular need to recruit volunteers to ensure proper monitoring and maintenance of the West Desert’s diverse and unique landscapes. \n\nThe Work \n \nWork schedule and locations are in development and will be announced June 15th\, 2020. \nWork tasks will vary by need\, and are slated to include: \n\ncampsite and route compliance and remediation;\nmanual reclamation of visually disturbed surface\n\nOur Objective: To remediate existing impacts resulting from non-permitted travel and camping. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nFriday\, September 4th: Optional early arrival and camping.\nSaturday\, September 5th: Day 1. Orientation. Travel to initial sites.\nSunday\, September 6th: Breakfast. Day 2 begins.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness and hiking competency. \n\nCamping & Meals \nSpecific location of camping site(s) will be provided in the Welcome Letter sent to registered volunteers. \nSUWA provides (1) dinner\, (1) breakfast\, and snacks during the project. Volunteers are responsible for all additional meals during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/fall-west-desert-service-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200828T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20200715T142445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T030415Z
UID:15208-1598644800-1598731200@suwa.org
SUMMARY:Chipeta Canyon Stewardship Project
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nBetween Price\, Utah and Grand Junction\, Colorado\, Highway 6 and Interstate 70 cross 170 miles of barren and windswept terrain. The drive would be lonely but for a constant companion: the thousand-foot-high wall of the Book Cliffs that parallels the highway just to the north. Winding for 250 miles across Utah and Colorado\, it is the longest continuous escarpment in the world. \nNear the town of Green River\, Utah\, a second escarpment\, the Roan Cliffs\, rises above the Book Cliffs\, and together the two climb a vertical mile above the desert. From a distance the double rampart appears to be a smooth\, unbroken wall\, but on closer inspection it resolves into a complicated network of spurs\, ridgelines\, and canyons. \nThe Book Cliffs-Desolation Canyon wilderness is a merging of three different worlds: the great rampart of the Roan and Book cliffs\, the high alpine forests and meadows of the Tavaputs Plateau\, and the inner world of Desolation Canyon. \nIt is all marvelous wilderness. Abundant wildlife and rugged beauty have made the Book Cliffs wilderness one of Utah’s most popular backcountry destinations. Each year the region draws more than 6\,000 hunters\, and an equal number of river runners make the float trip through Desolation Canyon annually. \n\nThe Work \nWe are headed to the Chipeta Canyon Spring & Cabin site to rebuild protective fencing destroyed by flash flooding in recent years. Our goal is to restore the fencing to protect a natural spring from trammeling by cattle and other ungulate. Our work tasks will focus on buck & rail fence building. We expect to accomplish all we need to over (1) day of work. \nOur Objective: To restore protective fencing at the Chipeta Spring & Cabin site. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nFriday\, Aug 28th: Pre-Project Campout\nSaturday\, Aug 29th: Orientation + Workday\nSunday\, Aug 30th: Free Day!\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 2 – Our most common trip incorporates mid- to heavy-lifting\, work in remote landscapes at varying elevations\, an increased diversity of tool use\, and an emphasis on physical fitness. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp on site. Specific location will be indicated in the Welcome Letter provided to registered volunteers. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA has suspended our provision of food during projects. Volunteers are responsible for all of their water and meal needs through the duration of the project. SUWA will provide a water reserve for contingency use. (Please note: Potable water is not available on site.) \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/15208/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200822
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20200226T232052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T030359Z
UID:14998-1597622400-1598054399@suwa.org
SUMMARY:High Uintas Wilderness Service Week
DESCRIPTION:**Please Note: This project is in the planning phase. Some details – including the specific dates – are subject to change. The project is expected to run (5) days\, including up to (1) day of travel into and out of the wilderness at the outset and conclusion of the project. The project is scheduled to take place between Monday\, August 17th and Friday\, August 21st. \n\nThe Land \nLocated in northeastern Utah\, the Uinta Mountains were named for the Uintaat Indians\, early relatives of the modern Ute Tribe. The High Uintas Wilderness envelops the wild core of this massive mountain range. Characterized by the highest peaks in Utah\, countless lakes\, and a unique alpine ecosystem\, it is among the nation’s most outstanding wilderness areas. The High Uintas Wilderness is administered jointly by the Ashley and Wasatch-Cache National Forests. The Uinta Mountains were carved by glaciers from an immense uplift of Precambrian rock. Some of this rock is exposed as colorful quartzite and shales. The main crest of the Uinta Mountains runs west to east for more than 60 miles\, rising over 6\,000 feet above the Wyoming and Uinta Basins to the north and south. Massive secondary ridges extend north and south from the crest of the range\, framing glacial basins and canyons far below. This rugged expanse of peaks and flat-top mountains is the largest alpine area in the Intermountain West. Hundreds of picturesque lakes\, streams\, and meadows lie within sculpted basins. Cold\, clear rivers plunge from the basins into deep canyons that form the headwaters of Utah’s major rivers. The Uinta Mountains rise from 7\,500 to 13\,528 feet at the summit of Kings Peak\, offering diverse habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna. Above treeline\, tundra plant communities thrive in the harsh climate of the highest altitudes. Thick forests of Engelmann spruce\, subalpine fir\, and lodgepole pine blanket the land below treeline. These forests are interrupted by park-like meadows and lush wetlands. In the lower elevations\, aspen groves and countless mixed species offer contrast to the scene. The Uinta Mountains are home to: elk\, mule deer\, moose\, mountain goat\, coyote\, black bear\, bighorn sheep\, ptarmigan\, river otter\, pine marten\, cougar\, and 75 percent of Utah’s bird species\, among many others. The High Uintas Wilderness boasts 545 miles of trail\, which may be accessed from a number of trailheads surrounding the wilderness near the gateway communities of Duchesne\, Roosevelt\, and Kamas\, UT and Evanston and Mountain View\, WY. This extensive network of trails leads visitors deep into the wilderness\, through thick forests\, past rushing streams and placid lakes\, to sweeping alpine vistas below majestic peaks. [from Wilderness.net] \n  \nThe Work \n \nSince 2005 campfires and wood stoves have been prohibited with ¼ mile of nearly every lake within the Grandaddy and Four Lakes Basins. This regulation aims to protect the ecosystems and ecosystem services afforded by dead and downed woody debris adjacent to coastal areas\, thus preserving the integrity of biotic communities and preventing erosion. Downed wood is important for animal and insect habitat\, soil health\, plant growth\, and aesthetic quality and natural wilderness character. Many years of heavy campfire use and wood collection combined with slow rates of natural recovery have depleted this natural resource. Though informational flyers are posted at trailheads with clarifying information\, additional work is required to maintain\, upkeep and educate on impacts to the lake shore. \nWork tasks will vary by need\, and are slated to include: \n\ncampsite compliance and clean-up;\ninformational/educational signage installation;\nmanual reclamation of visually disturbed surface/vertical mulching\n\nOur Objective: To improve on-the-ground conditions in high use areas in the High Uintas Wilderness. To remediate existing impacts resulting from nonpermitted camping. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. Extensive hiking will take place at the beginning and at the conclusion of the project\, with an anticipated 3-4 days of project work and camping. Details for the project will be finalized in June 2020. \n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 3 – Heavy lifting\, high-elevation\, remote travel\, and extended durations away from common conveniences. Leave No Trace principles are essential during all of our trips but require the most thought and planning at Level 3. These trips may involve on-site training for technical skills and tool use. Excellent physical fitness is a must at this level. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/high-uintas-wilderness-service-week/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200810
DTSTAMP:20260409T083315
CREATED:20200129T213607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T030343Z
UID:14938-1596844800-1597017599@suwa.org
SUMMARY:La Sal Mountains Service Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The Land \nThe Manti-La Sal National Forest covers more than 1.2 million acres (4\,900 km2) and is located in the central and southeastern parts of Utah and the extreme western part of Colorado. The La Sal Mountains are located south/southeast of Moab\, Utah in Grand and San Juan Counties. The name of the range dates to Spanish times\, when the Sierra La Sal (meaning the “Salt Mountains”) were a prominent landmark on the Old Spanish Trail between Santa Fe and Los Angeles. The range is currently in renewed management planning. Recent decades have seen a sharp uptick in recreational use of the La Sal Mountains throughout four seasons. While winter activities remain limited due to high incident of avalanche\, motorized and mechanized travel in the range during the other three seasons (spring\, summer\, fall) is rapidly increasing. \n\nThe Work \nWe are returning to the La Sal Mountains to continue our work with the Forest Service managing for the impacts of increased motorized and mechanized travel in the region. Work tasks will vary by need\, and are slated to include: \n\nbuilding log and block instracture to manage travel near open meadows and other areas of sensitive natural resources;\nremediating the impacts of non-permitted travel and camping (signing; raking; vertically mulching).\n\nOur Objective: To ensure travel compliance in the range in order to protect natural and cultural resources. \n\nItinerary\nA comprehensive itinerary will be provided to registered volunteers. \n\nSaturday\, August 8th: Day 1 of Project. Gather at 9:o0AM for Orientation.\nSunday\, August 9th: Day 2 begins at 9:00AM.\n\n\nProject Rating  \nLevel 3 – Heavy lifting\, high-elevation\, remote travel\, and extended durations away from common conveniences. Leave No Trace principles are essential during all of our trips but require the most thought and planning at Level 3. These trips may involve on-site training for technical skills and tool use. Excellent physical fitness is a must at this level. \n\nCamping & Meals \nVolunteers will camp at a location TBD. \nDue to the COVID-19 Pandemic\, SUWA is temporarily suspending its provision of food. Volunteers are responsible for all food and water during their stay. \n\nVolunteer Responsibilities \nParticipants are responsible for their own food\, water and camping gear as well as transportation to and from the project site(s). Volunteers should plan to be away from camp all day each of the work days. A recommended pack list will be sent along with the project Welcome Letter two weeks prior to the start date. \n\nRegistration \nA Volunteer Agreement is required for this project. \n \nWhen we have received your form\, you will receive a confirmation e-mail within 5 working days of submission. The confirmation e-mail will indicate whether you have been placed on the “project roster” or a “waiting list.” \nThree weeks before the start of the trip\, you will receive an RSVP to confirm your participation. Individuals on the Waitlist will be contacted if spaces open due to cancellation. \nTwo weeks before the project start date\, registered and confirmed participants will receive a Welcome Letter\, with a comprehensive itinerary\, including: driving instructions\, a Project Map (for mobile devices)\, a notification about carpools and/or caravans\, and additional information in a Pre-Departure email. \nIf you have any questions at any point throughout the process\, please don’t hesitate to contact our program coordinator: volunteer@suwa.org  or  (435) 259-9151. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://suwa.org/events/la-sal-mountains/
CATEGORIES:Stewardship Project
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