BLM – Manville Road Fence Volunteers

BLM – Tucson Office – Manville Road Fence Volunteers

Ironwood Forest National Monument
3201 E. Universal Way; Tucson, AZ 85756
April 29th @ 8AM

Description

Created by presidential proclamation in 2000 by Bill Clinton and taking its name from one of the longest living trees in the Arizona desert. The 129,000-acre Ironwood Forest National Monument (IFNM) is a true Sonoran Desert showcase. However, there are some areas on the IFNM where people have driven off road and created areas where vegetation is disturbed and the ground is torn up.  To prevent any further damage and to mitigate these issues, the BLM initiated a fencing project to keep people on designated routes to protect wildlife habitat, sensitive soils, and areas of archaeological significance.

Position Summary

A volunteer work day event will be taking place on the Ironwood Forest National Monument to help construct fence along Manville Road. This will be an all-day event.

Requirements of/for volunteers

Must be Physically Fit.

• Must able to lift 50 lbs. and walk for long distances in the heat.
• Must be 16 years or older.
• Must have personal vehicle or ability to carpool to worksite.
• Must be able to work safely in a group setting.
• Must be prepared to work under varied conditions, including inclement weather and in remote locations.
• Must fill out and sign volunteer agreement form

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with an ongoing fencing project which includes the following tasks:

• Lifting barbed wire spool via rod and one other person to unroll wire safely
• Wrapping wire and tying it tight using hands and fencing pliers
• Using fence stretchers to pull wire taut
• Using a t-post pounder to drive in t-posts

Training

Volunteers will be briefed on Bureau of Land Management policies, and training will occur on-site. Job Hazard Analysis for specialized equipment will occur prior to event. Most of the training will occur on-the-job, as volunteers will be guided by Bureau of Land Management staff and interns.

Time Commitment

April 29 at 8am

Special Notice 

The monument is a travel corridor for illegal immigrants traveling from Mexico. All suspected illegal activities should be reported to BLM or local law enforcement authorities. Visitors should stay safe by avoiding contact with persons exhibiting suspicious behavior or engaged in dangerous activities. Drive with caution and look for fast-moving vehicles and pedestrians on back roads. Some roads are rugged: high clearance or four-wheel-drive vehicles are recommended in those areas.

Hazards include poisonous snakes, Africanized bees, and potential encounters with illegal users of public land. Hunting is permitted through the Arizona Game and Fish Department. The national monument contains state trust lands and private lands. Recreation on state trust lands requires a permit from the State of Arizona. Visitors should not trespass on private lands.

Questions

For any questions, please contact Sarah DuBose  at (520) 258-7249.