National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event
09/27/2025
| 08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Pineridge Natural Area
| Registration Required
Stewardship Project - 12 +
The purpose of this project is to celebrate National Public Lands Day while helping out with a variety of trail-related projects at Pineridge Natural Area. We will have project options available for all ages and ability levels. Volunteers will be used to primarily clear drains, install rock work, and clean up trail tread. We’ll also be helping to replace the existing boat ramp. Don't worry - we'll show you how! Accessible options for project work will also be available, including picnic table staining and spreading crusher fine trail material near the parking lot. Volunteers participating in drain clearing and rock wall construction will need to be able to walk up to 3 miles, use hand tools, and be on hands and knees. Most projects will work in groups of 5 with a crew leader from Natural Areas staff. Schedule for the Day: 8:00am - Bus transportation available for up to 15 people (including 2 wheelchairs). Sign up in advance with AJ at [email protected]. Meet at Northside Aztlan Center in the back parking lot. 8:30am - Arrive at Pineridge Dixon Reservoir Lot. 9:00am - Project begins 12:00pm - Project ends. Return to parking lot for lunch and prize drawing! 12:30pm - Lunch ends. Bus will head back to town. 1:00pm - Bus arrives back at Northside Aztlan Project Options: Option 1: Help sand and stain picnic tables and spread crusher fine along trails near parking lot. This portion of the project will be accessible for all abilities. Option 2: Help with drain clearing and trail tread. Option 3: Assist with rock wall building. Option 4: Work to replace the boat ramp for Dixon Reservoir. Snake gaiters to protect from rattlesnakes will be provided for those working off trail. Please bring: Long sleeve shirts, long pants, boots/hiking shoes, sun protection and water.
Maximum Participants: 40Registration is required for this activity. Click "register" to reserve your spot.
General Info
Thank you Fort Collins and Larimer County voters! Your support of citizen-initiated sales taxes makes land conservation and educational activities like this possible.
AJ Chlebnik
Pronouns: she/her/hers
City of Fort Collins
Natural Areas Department
Public Engagement Specialist
970-224-6118
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Leader/Volunteer Info
AJ C - Staff/Trainers
I am a Public Engagement Specialist with the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas and I organize community programs, programs by request and interpretive communications like signs and brochures. I'm excited to be back in Fort Collins again after being gone for 15 years. My favorite things to talk about are conservation issues, conservation research and raptors!! The black blur in the profile photo is my cattle dog. She never stops moving!
Rachel B - Staff/Trainers
Hi Folks! I am the Senior Supervisor for Public Engagement and here to assist staff and volunteers with Natural Areas needs. I love spending time in nature with my three dogs and human family, especially skiing and fishing.
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Activity Contact
(970) 224-6118