| This year the CITO at one of the most stunningly scenic areas in the country,Seven Sisters Country Park, will be done in conjuction with and under the control of Friends of The Cuckmere (FotC)
The date this year co-incides with Internatiional Cache In Trash Out weekend, so come along and be one of the thousands worldwide who will be helping to make the world a cleaner and tidier place for all to enjoy.
Those attending will also get a CITO souvenir on their profile.
Itinerary:-
09:30 Meet at the SSCP car park (N 50° 46.482 E 000° 09.147)
parking will be free for participants for the day, Just tell them you are with the CITO Event.
09:45 A short briefing by FotC on the 'Health and Safety' aspects of the event.
10:00 We will be split into groups of about 10 people and each group will be allocated an area to "litter pick".
12.30 Finish our good work, admire what we have achieved and we will return to the entrance where are area will be available for you to enjoy your picnic if you want to bring one.
Important things :-
I do need to have some idea of numbers , so when posting your 'intention to attend' please indicate how many people are in your party.
Could you please log your intentions by 13 April 2014 to enable final arangement to be made.
Thanks.
(Dogs and Children are welcome but they will need to be kept under control)
What do you need to bring?
Stout walking or Wellington boots, strong gardening gloves and normal walking in the countryside clothing, drinks etc.
Some "litter pickers" will be available but if you have your own please bring with you.
General Information :-
Rubbish containers and transportation of filled bags will be done by SSCP staff.
I suggest you keep this cache page on your "watchlist" so I will be able to keep you all informed quickly of any other information if necessary.
This will be the Seventh Year for us to to show what sort of people we Geocachers are and to contribute something to a beautiful area of Sussex.
If you have any questions please e-mail me via my geocaching profile.
General Advice:
Do not work alone and keep a first aid kit handy (already provided for the day).
Always wear gloves and use litter pickers.
Do not lift anything heavy without help.
Use the right tool for the job.
Keep the work area tidy and safe.
If you do not like the look of it, do not touch it!
Health and Safety
Hazard – Person/s at risk – Risk level – Action required by individuals or trust.
• Cuts to fingers from handling broken glass or sharp metal – Volunteers – Low – Wear gloves at all times. Ensure a first aid kit is on site at all times.
• Slipping on banking or slopes, particularly in wet weather – Volunteers – Low – Ensure no volunteers work alone, do not climb up steep banks.
• Lifting injuries, backs – Volunteers – Medium – Work as a team when faced with heavy objects.
• Tripping over tools or cleared rubbish - Volunteers & the public – Low – Ensure all volunteers know how to use and store tools safely. Designate a tool store area away from the walkway. Rubbish cleared from the river should be put in a safe place where it does not block the walkway or access for other volunteers.
• Infection from needle – Volunteers – Low – Instruct all volunteers not to touch a needle if they find one. Inform one of FotC who will arrange collection and disposal of the item(s).
Please note :- If you take part in this activity, you do so at entirely your own risk, and the Seven Sisters Country Park will not be held responsible for any injuries.
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Please note that lunch will not be provided this year but you are welcome to bring a packed lunch/picnic and either eat in the Barn , or picnic in the park itself.....you have an all-day parking permit.
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