South Mountain Conservancy e-Bulletin. December 2020
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WARM WISHES FOR THIS SPECIAL THANKSGIVING!
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From our family to yours, celebrate safely and know that South Mountain Reservation is there to comfort, ease, and bring you together. Please recreate responsibly and make time to #optoutside!
Seven Ways to Give Back to Nature & Each Other This Weekend:
1 Plan ahead & prepare for the most enjoyable experience for everyone.
2 Travel on trails to concentrate foot traffic and reduce our impact on the land.
3 Dispose of waste in receptacles or bring it home. Garbage negatively impacts us, wildlife, and water.
4 Minimize site alterations. Allow others a sense of discovery by leaving areas as you found them.
5 Have you ever used the grills in the picnic areas? What a wonderful way to share a meal!
6 Respect wildlife. Learn about the animals you see through quiet observation.
7 Be courteous towards each other. It helps everyone enjoy their outdoor experience.
Adapted from Leave No Trace, Center for Outdoor Ethics: https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/
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Upcoming Events & Volunteer Opportunities
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Sunday, December 6th: Trail Work Crew
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This work is strenuous, but rewarding. For ages 15 and above. Wear solid shoes and layers. Again, we will not be providing water and gloves and we will expect people to wear masks if within 10 feet of anybody. For information, contact info@somocon.org, or call John Verzani, xxx-xxx-xxxx, or Dennis Percher, xxx-xxx-xxxx.
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Fall Hiking Program: New Temporary Protocol
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Due to new safety protocol hikes are temporarily limited to 10-12 participants and you must be a current SMC member. Current members will receive a special invite via email, with directions for registration. If you have questions about your membership status, email opsdirector@somocon.org. Thank you for your understanding and happy hiking!
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You can help support South Mountain Reservation!
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