April 22 Day of Service Last Call

Group registration for our Day of Service project on 4/22 at Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge ends this FRIDAY 4/14 at noon MT.

Would love to see as many of you as possible!

Some specifics are below: REGISTER HERE

Saturday April, 22^nd

7am-Registration begins, light breakfast

8am-Project Welcome and Opening remarks

8:20am-Split into crews and get to work!

Noon-Lunch provided by Which Wich

12:30-Back to work!

3:30pm-Begin wrapping up

4pm:-Volunteer thank yous and depart

WHAT TO BRING

·         Sturdy, close toed shoes (NO sandals)

·         Work gloves (if you have them)

·         Work clothes –things you can get dirty in!

·         Water bottle(s) (totaling at least 2 liters)

·         VOC will make every attempt to provide ample food, including snacks. However, if you have specific dietary restrictions, we recommend bringing your own food.

·         Hat, rain gear and warm layers

·         Sunscreen, insect repellent, personal items, medications, etc.

·         Backpack (day pack)

·         Help reduce waste by bringing your own coffee mug, water bottle, reusable dishes and washable utensils.

·         NO PETS ALLOWED

Earth Day - Day of Service - April 22

Join the Deerfield Club of the Rockies as we combine with other Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado to build a new trail in the Rocky Mountain National Wildlife Refuge!

REGISTER HERE on the Deerfield Day of Service page (scroll to bottom).

About the Stewardship Site: 
Located on the site of a former weapons manufacturing facility, the 15,000-acre Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge (Arsenal NWR) is now one of the largest urban refuges in the nation. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the area is home to more than 330 animal species, including bison, deer and coyotes, bald eagles and other raptors.

About the Volunteer Experience: 
This project is taking place on a very special day - Earth Day! At VOC, we believe there's no better way to celebrate our earth than by digging in the dirt and giving Colorado a little TLC (Trail Loving Care). In honor of Earth Day, VOC will work with the City and County of Denver and the Arsenal NWR to construct 6,600 feet of new trail along First Creek. Volunteers ages 10 and up will build the trail by hauling and spreading an aggregate material known as "crusher fine." Tasks will be easy-to-moderate in difficulty.

About the Overall Impact:
The Arsenal NWR's eastern boundary is accessible to numerous local residents but has few amenities. Now, you have the opportunity to help the area become a valuable open space where thousands of people can gather, play and experience Colorado's great outdoors!

NOTE: MINORS ON VOC PROJECTS
Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult 21 years or older on single-day projects.

Recent DA Reception

Thanks again to Peter Fair '81 and Mark Falcone '81 for hosting the recent Deerfield reception at the Museum of Contemporary Art in downtown Denver.  There was a great turnout across the decades which led to the usual spirited storytelling!

We heard a update on the school from Head of School Margarita Curtis and then an overview of the planned field house and rink from Bob Howe the new Director of Athletics. So much top notch stuff happening at DA these days.

CLICK HERE to see a photo album from the event.

Big DU win over Duke in Men's Lax.

Thanks to Tony Sokolow '71 (pictured) and Peter Huidekoper '67 for joining us at the thrilling DU vs. Duke lacrosse game.  It was a nail-biter much of the way but DU poured it on in the 4th and won 14-9. This year we were graced with fine weather. It was especially nice to welcome our newest Club of the Rockies member Chris Sullivan '16 who is a freshman defenseman on the Denver team.  His parents were in town for the game as well so we were able to make them feel welcome too.  We look forward to seeing more of all three of them.

DA Reception March 7 at MCA

March 7 is the official Deerfield event that typically happens every three years in our area. You should have received and email - even so - here's the link to register.  Cocktails at the Museum of Contemporary art and a chance to meet new Athletic Director Bob Howe! Thanks to Peter Fair '81 for hosting...

Three upcoming events! Feb 18, Mar 7 and Apr 22!

DA Club of the Rockies is revving into high gear!

Look for an email for tickets to DU men's lacrosse when they host DUKE on February 18th.  We would love to have a strong turnout as we welcome recent DA grad Chris Sullivan '16 to the Denver lax team.  Note also that Duke has two DA grads on their team: Joey Manown '16 and Teddy Henderson '13!  Hope we can get that picture....

March 7 is the official Deerfield event that typically happens every three years in our area.  You should have received and email - even so - here's the link to register.  Cocktails at the Museum of Contemporary art and a chance to meet new Athletic Director Bob Howe!

April 22 is the national Day of Service - so plan to spend your Saturday with fellow alumni and friends making a difference!  Details to follow.

Bruins beat Avalanche again. Must be our cheering...

Another great win for the Boston Bruins against the Avalanche (2-0)! Thanks to Emily Blau '10, Rand Singleton '10, Adeline Hodge '07, Stephen Kemp '07, David Schmidt '90, John Knight '83, John Rafferty '75 and a host of significant others!


Kudos to the newly minted couple Adeline Hodge and Josh Stanton who came to the game from their weekend in the mountains where Josh popped THE question!