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Trail Workshop – Field (CABQ Open Space) CANCELLED
March 18, 2023 @ 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Contact Leader(s): Larry Benson, L.Benson@nmvfo.org; Jenny Blackmore, j.blackmore@nmvfo.org with any questions.
The Field Workshop is cancelled due to severe weather.
Description: This session will build upon skills introduced at the March 11 class for new volunteers, but anyone is welcome to sign up for either or both sessions. The field training will take place on CABQ Open Space land near Tijeras Creek, along Route 66 east of Albuquerque. Experienced Open Space personnel and NMVFO members will help mentor volunteers as we re-route an existing trail. Expected tasks include building the new trail segment following a better path identified by pin flags and closing off the old section by covering it with branches and any nearby rocks, transplanting available cactuses, and scarifying the surface to slow erosion and encourage new growth. Building the new trail may include clearing or trimming existing plants, reshaping the trail’s surface to improve drainage, and reinforcing it with rocks as needed.
Volunteers should wear sturdy boots or shoes (no sandals), long pants, and bring work gloves, hat, and other apparel appropriate for the predicted weather. Also bring a day pack with snacks, lunch, sunblock and plenty of water. Registered volunteers will be provided updates by email.
Directions: We will meet by 8:30 AM in the parking lot of the Tijeras BioZone Education Center at 15600 Old Route 66. As shown on this map, if coming from Albuquerque on I-40, turn south at the Tramway Blvd exit, then turn left on Central Ave. and continue driving west for 1.2 miles.
Difficulty: 
Group Size: 20
Cost: Free!
For more information: If this is your first NMVFO project, you can find more information about difficulty ratings and what to expect at Volunteer FAQ, or email the project leader.
Sign up by clicking below. If the project is full, you can email the project leader to be put on a wait list.