The SoCal TTORA chapter will again be teaming with Forest Aid to help the SBNF reforestation efforts on May 1, 2010.

Forest Aid is a massive volunteer effort to replant and restore the fire damaged areas of the San Bernardino National Forest with 35,000 seedlings in 2010. This effort follow the aftermath of the 2003 and 2007 tragic wildfires that burned 185,000 acres.

We are asking for as many volunteers as possible to join us on May 1st to help with the planting. The planting is open to people of all ages. Kids need to be accompanied by adults, but all are welcome.

The planting starts with a meeting at 8:45am, then they will shuttle us to the planting site. Planting will take place from about 9am to 1pm. These few hours of work make a big difference in restoring the fire damage.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear long pants and dress in layers. All volunteers must wear comfortable boots (hard sole footwear), bring a jacket, sunscreen, full water bottle and your own snacks and sack lunch.  Forest Aid recommends that you bring a day pack to make sure you have all necessary items for mountain planting.  Bulk water will be available to refill bottles.  Tree planting at high elevations can be rigorous work, so have a hearty breakfast before you arrive.

Once you are registered, we rely on your attendance. All plantings are dependent on WEATHER, and we will advise if schedules change due to adverse weather.

All tools and supplies will be provided by the Forest Aid partners: The U.S. Forest Service, the San Bernardino National Forest Association and TreePeople.  Volunteers just need to show up with proper footwear, weather-appropriate clothing and drinking water -- and of course enthusiasm for a morning of work.

To Sign-Up- Visit the Socal TTORA forum thread or send us an email.

http://www.ttora.com/forum/showthread.php?t=155523
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Be sure to let us know the Names and email addresses of those in attendence and ages for those under 18. Thanks!

Map and location of the meeting spot:
http://www.ttora-socal.com/files/events/may2010-camp-whittle-map.pdf

Parental consent form:
http://www.ttora-socal.com/files/events/may2010-forestaid-consentform.pdf