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Hello
Friends of FDRD, As
the cold, white, winter-y weather continues, FDRD has had no time to
hibernate! We are busy planning for all the fun times ahead
throughout our 2007 Events Schedule. This year, we hope to add
another contract staff person to our team - with the exponential growth
we are experiencing, this role will be very important to FDRD!
Read on to learn how to get involved in our 2007 efforts. For more information about FDRD, please visit our website at www.fdrd.org. If you have any feedback, suggestions, and ways to improve this newsletter, please share them with us. ENJOY!!
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FOREST
STEWARDS PROGRAM
…Do you
recognize this trail – in need of “Some Trail Maintenance
Love”?!.....
See “What’s Happening” Section below to find out how you can join the Town of Frisco in this, and other, Forest Stewards Program efforts in 2007! |
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Potential FDRD Contract Position – FDRD is in the process of securing funds to support an additional contract position for 2007 and beyond. This position will coordinate the volunteer efforts for eight service projects and various “on-demand” projects; and assist in the Forest Stewards Program and Mahan Lake Project efforts. Please contact Guff Van Vooren at 970-389-6058 or guffvanvooren@msn.com if you are interested in this potential contract position. FDRD Volunteers Needed – Be a part of our leadership team that guides FDRD in becoming a sustainable organization that will play a key role in the Summit County community for years to come. · Board Member – Join the dedicated, diverse and fun members of FDRD’s Board of Directors. This active group helps chart the course for our “Little Organization that Could”… As a Board Member, share your ideas for stewardship - with FDRD’s diverse volunteer offerings, find one made just for you! · Sub-Committee Leaders and Members - FDRD’s sub-committee efforts are underway for 2007. These six committees include programs, membership and volunteer recruitment, fundraising and grant writing, marketing and promotion, education, and training. Please join us on the sub-committee that interests you most. These are great ways to meet the wonderful people and businesses of our community, while giving back to your local National Forest lands. Contact Guff at 970-389-6058 if you are interested in these leadership opportunities. ____________________________________________________________ Forest
Stewards Program Update The Forest Stewards Program includes 6 initiatives: Crew Leader, Ranger Patrol, Outreach Educator, Adopt-A-Trail, Family Stewards, and Youth Stewards. We are currently recruiting for these efforts (including those below) and hope you will consider joining us for the 2007 season. Please contact Guff at 970-389-6058 to learn how to get involved with your friends, family, and co-workers in this exciting program. The
Town of Frisco Mt.Royal Adopt-A-Trail Project Join the Town of Frisco and FDRD as we team up to maintain and patrol one of Frisco’s gems – the Mt. Royal Trail. Volunteers are needed for the following trail maintenance days: June 23, July 21, Aug 25, and Sept 15. In addition, as a part of Frisco’s Adopt-A-Trail effort, we are currently recruiting for one crew leader and one ranger patrol to participate in the Forest Stewards Program. VOC/OSAT/FDRD Crew Leader Training – Join Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC), Summit County Open Space and Trails (OSAT), and FDRD as we co-host this annual crew leader training in Summit County. Mark your calendars for this most excellent 3 day experience – June 29 - July 1. Both individuals and organizations are encouraged to participate in this exciting training and education opportunity – it’s a great way to improve your trail-building skills and grow your organization’s stewardship efforts on our public lands! FDRD is very excited to continue this effort, in its second year, with VOC and OSAT and looks forward to similar collaborative efforts with other local organizations. |
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DRD HAPPENINGS Introducing DRD’s Newest Staff Member – DRD and FDRD welcomes Tim Spivey, Dillon Ranger Station’s new Visitor Information Specialist (VIS). Tim joins us from Slocomb, Alabama, and is retired from the Alabama National Guard where he did “lots of office and related stuff”. While in Alabama, he was a Founding Member of the Alabama Hiking Trail Society, serving as its first State President, Chairperson, and Activity Leader. He also held positions with Geneva State Forest and Conecuh National Forest. With
Tim’s vast experience, he is sure to excel in his VIS duties -
providing information by phone and in person to Summit’s many
visitors, relating to recreation opportunities on the Dillon Ranger
District. Stop in to say hi and to check out the improvements
he’s already made! DRD
Job Openings – DRD is currently hiring for the
following position: · Summer Seasonal Employees - Green Mountain Reservoir – April 15 – Oct 1, 2006. Duties include fee collection, law enforcement, maintenance, litter pick up, and campsite and toilet cleaning. If interested, please contact Ken Waugh at 970-262-3446. |
DATES TO REMEMBER
(mark your calendars!) FDRD
Events ·
Monday, March 19 – Annual Party-Meeting – location and
evening time TBD. Join our community as we celebrate (and learn
how to get involved in) Summit’s stewardship efforts with FDRD and
other local organizations dedicated to natural resource management.
Snacks and beverages will be provided throughout the evening.
Contact Guff Van Vooren at 970-389-6058 for more information. Other
Local Events · Thurs-Fri, March 1 – 2 – CSU Cooperative Extension Wildlife Master Training (application deadline - Feb 9) – these highly trained volunteers assist the public in making informed decisions on managing wildlife conflicts by providing unbiased, research-based information on a wide variety of wildlife issues. For additional information, contact 970-668-3595 or www.coopext.colostate.edu/summit. · Friday, March 2 – High County Conservation Center’s 18th Annual Tim McClure Memorial Benefit, location TBD. Evening includes a buffet style Italian dinner, a large silent auction, raffle drawings, and live entertainment. Contact 668-5703 or recycle@colorado.net. FDRD’s
2007 Summer Event Schedule – “Join In On The Fun”
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NEXT BOARD MEETING
(FDRD Board Members will meet on the first Monday of each month at DRD at 6PM) Monday,
February 5, at 6:00 PM at the Dillon Ranger Station.
Open to our members and other interested parties. To RSVP or to
include potential agenda items for FDRD Board consideration for future
meetings, contact Guff at guffvanvooren@msn.com
by Sunday, February 4. |
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We
hope to see you at our Annual Party-Meeting on March 19 – join us, and
several other local organizations, as we kick-off what will surely be
another fun and successful Summer Season of Stewardship in Summit.
With FDRD’s diverse
offerings of volunteer opportunities, we hope you find one made just for
you - come join in on the fun! Thanks
for your interest in FDRD – your support is critical in our efforts to
promote stewardship of the White River National Forest in Summit County.
See
you on the trails! With
sincere thanks,
Guff
Van Vooren Executive
Director Friends
of the Dillon Ranger District |