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Show Wed/Thurs/Fri, August 1-3, 2018 The Park Record B-7 Seasonal Forest Service patrollers keep Breckenridge safe from wildfire Workers’ task is to educate public, enforce rules DEEPAN DUTTA Summit Daily BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. – Trading cubicles for trails and air conditioning for sunshine, Kate Caulfield and Trent Kenreigh have a pretty sweet office called the White River National Forest. Caulfield and Kenreigh are among four seasonal forest service patrollers hired by the U.S. Forest Service to mitigate wildfire danger. The patrollers have been going out into the forest every day of the week this summer to block off illegal dispersed camping areas, break up illegal fire rings and educate the public about fire safety. This will be Caulfield’s second season with the Forest Service, and it will Kenreigh’s first. Both are in their mid-20s, Caulfield hailing from New Jersey and Kenreigh from Ohio. They both came out to Colorado to help protect the state’s precious natural resources. “I recreate myself in the forest a lot, it’s something that is important to me and something I want to help protect,” Ken- HUGH CAREY/SUMMIT DAILY U.S. Forest Service’s Brett Karnitz and Katie Caulfield patrol the dispersed camping area Saturday, July 28, along North Fork Swan Road near Breckenridge. The forest service routinely patrol the dispersed camping sites to ensure visitors follow the guidelines on the National Forest land during wildfire season and to keep the natural resources preserved. reigh said when asked about why he’s working for the Forest Service and serving on this summer patrol. Dillon ranger Bill Jackson said that just the visibility of the crew makes a difference. “What really works to manage the forest is having boots on the ground, a ranger patrol presence,” Jackon said. “It’s great seeing all these resources — Forest Service trucks, rangers and volunteers — tending to the forest.” The “dispersed recreation” crew is the product of a unique collaboration between the feds, local governments and emergency agencies which saw a total of $136,000 raised for the patrol and overtime for sheriff’s deputies and forest rangers. The difference the crew is making is charted out in activity logs: nearly a thousand contacts with individuals to date, five abandoned campsites and one unattended campfire extinguished, 59 fire rings dismantled, 116 signposts installed, 68 bags of trash removed, 13 squatter camps dismantled and cleaned, and two tickets issued. The patrollers have also been building buck and rail fencing to block off illegal camping areas, such as within 100 feet of waterways or trails. The crew has installed 103 sections of these fences made from nothing but felled trees and nails. Aside from fire, the artificial development of these camping sites create lasting damage to sensitive parts of the forest and its vital watershed. The fences have also blocked off illegal roads created over time by off-roaders that have become mistaken as official roads into the forest. It is illegal to drive vehicles more than 300 feet away from designated roads. Making an inventory of dispersed camping sites was an essential task that ensures problem locations can be regularly patrolled. It also tracks popular areas that are relatively safe for camping to see if they can be designated for exceptions. Jackson said the community can feel a little safer knowing that the crew is out in the woods, making the forest safer and more enjoyable. “The agreement with the county is good through 2021, and I’m hopeful this relationship and funding agreement can continue into the future,” Jackson said. “It’s made a major difference out here.” Introducing... 435-645-7139 www.marketatparkcity.com Please look for our insert in today’s paper! 1990 Committed To DEDICATED TO PARK CITY FOR 28 YEARS (435) 649-8322 theteam@parkcitytitle.com 1670 Bonanza Drive • Park Record Building LIZY Edgar Allen Evie Momma Cass Theona Edgar Allen is a 9-month-old Labrador mix. This energetic dog does well on a leash and loves to go for walks. He prefers a home without cats or young children but does well with other more submissive dogs. Come meet this happy and outgoing guy today! Meet Evie, a playful 10-monthold Shepherd mix! This sweet girl is very social, loves people, and is dog-selective. 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Pu’a is a snuggly girl who would love a home where she can relax and lounge with her favorite people! Siren is a gorgeous cat who will lure you in with her beautiful black coat and lovely gold eyes. Unlike her namesake, though, she is sweet and friendly, and she only wants your love! Siren is about 5 years old. She’s a relaxed cat who is looking for a loving forever family! WaNted: voluNteerS These Organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words Snyderville Basin Special Recreation District Basin Recreation is looking for volunteers with a passion for play to be Park Ambassadors. Park Ambassadors patrol the parks, interact with park users, report maintenance needs, assist with tournaments, promote park safety, and encourage an overall positive use of public space. For more details visit www.basinrecreation.org or contact Angie Greenburg at 435-640-8476 or email at agreenburg@basinrecreation.org. Summit Community Gardens Interested in learning about responsible gardening in a high desert climate or want the satisfaction of knowing you’re keeping our garden and community growing? If you answered yes, than Summit Community Gardens has volunteer opportunities for you! Our mission is to educate our community on sustainable gardening techniques and empower people to grow food locally. Help us achieve that mission by volunteering with us every week or on an individual project basis. Visit SummitCommunityGardens.org/volunteer. to permanently protect the beloved open spaces in Summit County. You can see the results of the group’s work when you walk your dog in Round Valley, enjoy the Mid Mountain Trail or fly fish on the Weber River. Volunteers are needed to assist with bi-weekly recycling and join the Adopt an Easement program. To stay in the loop with other upcoming volunteer opportunities, sign up for the newsletter at wesaveland.org/get-involved/stay-informed/. For more information on current opportunities contact caitlyn@wesaveland.org. Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter needs volunteers! Each Saturday, there are several shifts that support the front desk staff during open hours. Give museum tours, run the climbing wall, greet guests and more. Volunteers must enjoy working with the public and have a passion for the natural world. On weekdays, the EcoCenter also can use office support. Call Gail Piccoli for more information 435-7978956 or gail.piccoli@usu.edu. Summit Community Power Works Summit Community Power Works, a local nonprofit focused on energy efficiency, is looking for volunteers to staff outreach events such as the Silly Sunday Market. This is a great opportunity to take part in a community-wide initiative, be a catalyst for positive change, and leave a positive legacy. Volunteers must enjoy interpersonal communication and be willing to learn about SCPW’s goals and initiatives. If interested, please contact Erin Bragg at erin.bragg@scpw.org. The Utah 1033 Foundation The Utah 1033 Foundation is a statewide nonprofit that provides immediate financial assistance to families of fallen Utah police officers and educational assistance for the dependents of active officers. The foundation is looking for dedicated volunteers interested in staffing various events throughout the year and/or working with its fundraising team. Interested? Send an email to info@utah1033. org. Summit Land Conservancy Summit Land Conservancy is an environmental nonprofit working For a full list of volunteer opportunities, visit parkrecord.com/volunteers D M I C H E L L E H U G G I N S @ H OT M A I L .CO M |