Tuesday, April 11, 2006

Get Involved in the White River National Forest

FDRD is a non-profit organization comprised of local citizens who, along with the Dillon Ranger District, provide opportunities for community members to play an active role in the sustainable management of local National Forest lands.

Their program for this summer is:

June 3 - Forest cleanup service project

June 24 - Forest restoration service project

July 7, 8, 9 - Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) and FDRD crew leader training

July 15 - Weed pull service project

Aug. 12 - Fuels reduction-fire mitigation service project

Sept. 2, 3, 4 - VOC/FDRD Mohawk Lakes Trail Days

Sept. 16 - Volunteer Celebration Day

Oct. 14 - Make a Difference Day project sites

FDRD's mission is to promote stewardship of the White River National Forest in Summit County through partnerships, volunteer service, education and support. For more information on FDRD, e-mail Guff Van Vooren at guffvanvooren@msn.com, call (970) 389-6058 or visit www.fdrd.org.

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