Volunteer Event - Riverside State Park - Repair Equestrian Arena Fence
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Location and project changed on our event flyer from Wilbur Trailhead to the Equestrian Day Use Area.
DETAILS:
When: Wednesday, April 29th 11AM-3PM
Where: Equestrian Day Use Area (Arena)
Overview: Riverside State Park consists of 9,194 acres along the Spokane and Little Spokane rivers. Recreational opportunities include mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, boating and more!
Getting There: From West Trails Road/Government Way, turn North onto N Riverside State Park Drive. Take your first right to head towards the Equestrian area. Follow the road to its end and park. We will meet in the parking area and then head to the Arena (1 minute walk from trailhead).
Project Description: We will be working on the Equestrian Day Use Arena to begin its repairs. The Arena was installed a little over a decade ago and since then has started sagging in some areas and the paint is fading and chipping. Project activities include: sanding/scraping old paint off of the fence, removing rail boards and posts where fence is failing, reset posts in the ground, attach new rails, and begin painting the fence.
Hiking Information: 1-minute flat walk from the parking area and restroom.
Planning Information:
- No experience is necessary; we will provide the training and tools you need.
- Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 4 hours.
- No problem if you need to leave early, but please be on time to sign in and attend safety briefing!
- Minors welcome, must be accompanied by adult if under the age of 14.
- We are unable to sign off on court mandated community service.
Things to bring:
Required:
- Sturdy closed-toe shoes
- Water/Snack
Recommended:
- Work Gloves
- Long Sleeved shirt
- Long Pants
- Eye Protection
- Ear Protection
- Discover Parking Pass (we can issue a day pass if you do not have one)
Work gloves, eye and ear protection will be provided but, if possible, we recommend bringing your own.
Supplemental Tools to Bring (Not necessary, but helpful):
- Paint Scraper
- Battery powered sander