Maps-Now: Beaver Lake Preserve
Muslim Association of Puget Sound – Nature, Outdoor, and Wildlife (MAPS-NOW) team has partnered with Washington Trails Association (WTA) to host a family trail work party. Our Muslim sisters and brothers will work side by side with non-Muslims at beautiful Beaver Lake Preserve in Sammamish. Bring your family for a day of sunshine, fun and earning Thawāb together!
“If a Muslim plants a tree or sows seeds, and then a bird, or a person or an animal eats from it,
it is regarded as a charitable gift (sadaqah) for him.” – Prophet Muḥammad (pbuh).
Only 15 spots available so register ASAP. All details and Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/MapsWorkParty
Date-time: Sun May 14, 2017: 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM
Location: Beaver Lake Preserve
Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form (available at link above) must be signed for anyone under 18.
Thank you,
MAPS-NOW
www.mapsredmond.org/maps-now/
now@mapsredmond.org
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OVERVIEW
Help WTA improve the hiking opportunities in Beaver Lake Preserve – an area marked by towering second-growth cedar forest. New trails constructed by volunteers will be an important addition to this Sammamish preserve.
ABOUT THE AREA
Beaver Lake Preserve offers opportunities for recreation, hiking, and exploring its 54 forested acres. Near Beaver Lake Park, the Preserve offers a system of trails for hiking and connects with King County’s Soaring Eagle Park and Hazel Wolf Wetlands Preserve.
WHAT TO EXPECT
We’ll have fun, work hard and make a difference! No experience is necessary.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Volunteers will be working to construct additional trail segments throughout the preserve. Work will entail removing vegetation and digging new trail.
HIKING INFORMATION
Our hike to the project site is expected to be 1 mile roundtrip over flat or gently rolling terrain.
SCHEDULE
8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew, rain or shine
8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing, then hike to the project site
Morning: Work at your own pace, and take breaks throughout the day
12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail
Afternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day’s work
3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead
For safety reasons, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed.
PLANNING INFORMATION
Get ready for a great day outside!
WHAT IT TAKES TO DO THIS WORK PARTY
No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need
Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain
Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18
WHAT TO WEAR
Boots
Long pants
Work gloves
Long-sleeved shirt recommended
Eye protection recommended (glasses, sunglasses or safety glasses)
A hard hat will be provided by WTA. For safety reasons, shorts and sneakers are not allowed.
WHAT TO BRING
Lunch and plenty of water
Rain jacket and pants
Extra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather
A pack to carry your personal gear
A sense of fun and adventure for learning new skills and meeting great people!
Firearms and weapons are not allowed.
MORE INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions
WTA’s Trail Work Guide introduces the type of work you may do
Contact us at volunteer@wta.org or 206.625.1367
FROM THE HIKING GUIDE
See what WTA’s hiking guide and trip reports say about this area.
More information: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/workparty/a2mA0000000UEv9/
Register: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/workparty/a2mA0000000UEv9/register?g=a3DA0000002WBKp External Event Url
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