The Gunpowder Valley Conservancy is in need of 20 more volunteers for Saturday, July 31st!


...What: Trail Maintenance/Invasive Plant Removal/Native Planting Workshop at Loch Raven Reservoir, sponsored by Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI).

When: July 31st, 8:30-1:30 pm. FREE WORKSHOP!

Why: Our goal is to offer a hands-on learning experience within Loch Raven Reservoir on the proper techniques of trail maintenance, (such as rolling grade dips to prevent sediment erosion and improve water quality), and on an invasive removal and native planting project by Dr. Sonja Schmitz of Biology from the Catonsville Community College of Baltimore. A bonus educational
presentation on the history of Loch Raven Reservoir and the water supply system by the Baltimore City Gov. Watershed Manager will also be offered.

This FREE event is made possible by a conservation grant from Recreational Equipment, Inc., a new partner with Gunpowder Valley Conservancy (GVC), and partnerships forged with the City of Baltimore Reservoir Natural Resources Section and the Watershed Rangers, the Mid-Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts, Sierra Club, and the Prettyboy Watershed Alliance.

Who: No Experience is necessary! We are looking for middle, high, and college level students, REI employees, community businesses and residents, scouts, and trail users who care about our drinking water, our watershed, and the Chesapeake Bay! Do you like being outside in nature and don't mind working hard? Do you want to receive community service hours? Then join us, and help improve the quality of our drinking water and the environment!
(Ages 12 and up.)

When: Please arrive by 8:15 am to sign in/register. We will start the workshop at 8:30 am sharp.

Where: From 695, take exit 27 -Dulaney Valley Rd. north. Follow for about 3 miles and cross the Dulaney Valley Bridge at the reservoir. Bear right at the light just after the bridge to stay on Dulaney Valley Rd. and go about 2 miles to the T intersection where Peerces's Landing is on the left. At the T intersection, go straight onto Loch Raven Drive. You will go about 1 mile, pass the next intersection at Morgan Mill Rd., and stop at the Pines area just before the bridge. Park on the water side of road. Meet at road where all are parked.

Equipment: Remember to wear sturdy shoes, bring a hat, gloves, large shovel and clothes that can get dirty. Bring your own lunch and water. We will break for lunch around noon.

Registration: Volunteers must register by July 28, (space limited to 40 volunteers). To register or for questions, contact Peggy Perry, Program Director of Gunpowder Valley Conservancy at 410-668-0118 or pperry@gunpowderfalls.org .

Hope to see you there!!

Peggy Perry
Program Director of Education and Restoration
Gunpowder Valley Conservancy
410.668.0118

T-F, 9-3 pm
<a href="http://www.gunpowderfalls.org/">http://www.gunpowderfalls.org/</a>;

by B' Spokes

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