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Shawn
I'll sell you map to Lost Dutchman mine!




Joined: 03 Jan 2003
Posts: 2592
Location: Ahwatukee, AZ

PostPosted: 7/8/2005, 6:00 am    Post subject: Another Do-gooder project Reply to topic Reply with quote

I'm planning on doing this one and have room for 2-3 more. I'll stay for both days.

Thanks

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August 13 & 14, 2005 Canyon Creek Bull Thistle Removal
First the area was devastated by the Rodeo-Chediski fire...then the invaders came...it has no natural enemies, no animals will eat it, increases erosion which leads to impacts the creek and fish habitat. This is one prickly predator! The BULL THISTLE!

It's up to you, our precious VOAZ volunteers to rid the area of this menace and help restore the natural beauty and balance to this ecosystem. This is a perfect family project and a great way to introduce the ideals of stewardship to young children. Everyone can take part in the forceful removal of the bull thistle! VOAz volunteers will use spades and light picks to sever the plant from its rootstock 3-4 inches below the soil; that's all it takes to get rid of this biennial. Remember to bring your gloves because every part of this plant is full of spines! What's a biennial? A plant that lives for two years, flowering in its second year. This is the non-flowering year and by ridding the area of bull thistle now we prevent seeds spreading this noxious invader to a wider area thereby killing two birds with one stone!

Camping is semi-primitive at the Valentine Ridge Campground (there will be pit toilets and limited water) with most campsites having picnic tables. Although there are also grills, the extreme fire danger prevents any type of fire, even on the grill. The area is a cool escape from the desert heat and a beautiful retreat.

Approximate miles from Tempe office: 125
Approximate travel time from Tempe office: 2 1/1 hours. Parts of State Route 260 are under construction and there could be delays.
Forest roads are well graded (but a little washboardy) and accessible by all vehicles.
Minimum age: 10
Number of volunteers needed: 30
A fact sheet, including detailed travel directions, will be sent to registrants and at this web within two weeks of the event.
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Hikngrl
Canyoneering is my 'Happy Place'




Joined: 27 May 2003
Posts: 5578
Location: Peoria, AZ

PostPosted: 7/8/2005, 7:37 am    Post subject: Reply to topic Reply with quote

workin'.... Crying or Very sad


Keep posting Sean! I'll make it to the first one I can! I really do wanna start doing some of these.... I hate being a working stiff who is stuck working weekends.....
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