Join us for a cleanup at Gypsum Spring in the Rainbow Gardens ACEC, just east of Las Vegas. This desert spring is an important water source for wildlife, but it’s been heavily impacted by trash both at the spring and throughout the surrounding area. We’ll be working together to remove trash from the site and help restore the area. Rainbow Gardens is designated as an Area of Critical Environmental Concern, or ACEC, which means it’s recognized for having unique natural, cultural, or ecological values that need extra protection. Places like this are set aside because they matter, and they require a little more care to keep them intact. Springs like this are rare in the Mojave and support a surprising amount of life. Cleaning up trash here helps protect that habitat and keeps the area in better shape for both wildlife and future visitors.

This project is supported in partnership with the Lincoln Dynamic Foundation, whose support is helping restore multiple springs across southern Nevada this year, and the employees of Jade Cannabis. 

Come out, get your hands a little dirty, and help take care of a place that really needs it.

Information

Difficulty level: Easy - See our difficulty rating scale here. This project is suitable for a wide range of physical abilities. It’s great for individuals new to volunteer conservation work. Appropriate for children over 12 years old with a parent or guardian. 

When: Tuesday April 28th, 8AM-4PM

Where: Gypsum Spring, Rainbow Gardens ACEC, Lake Mead NRA

What to bring: sturdy closed-toe shoes, long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, sun protection, a pack with the ability to carry at least three liters of water, lunch, and snacks.

What to expect: In-depth information, such as weather, trailhead, parking, and project specifics, will be sent to those who RSVP about 1 week before the project. Day of: Friends staff members will provide any tool training necessary for the project. We will meet in the morning for a safety/stretch circle and to talk about the project, and then we will hike to the project site and begin working, stopping for lunch and snack breaks as necessary. 

What we need from you: If you're interested in joining us for this project, you must RSVP. Friends of Nevada Wilderness and our partners put a great deal of time and resources into organizing volunteer projects. When you RSVP you are committing to join us on this project. We understand circumstances may arise where you need to cancel. If you’re no longer able to attend, please cancel your RSVP as soon as possible so another volunteer can join the project.

Are Dogs Allowed? No dogs are allowed on this project. 

Want to bring a friend? Please do!! All participants must RSVP individually (even partners, spouses, children, etc.). Send them the link for the event and make lasting memories 

We can't wait to see you on the trail!

For more information on volunteering with Friends of Nevada Wilderness, check out our volunteer information page here!