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2010 Project Information, Matt Dyce Camp:

BCTS-Kamloops

Last Updated: April 23, 2010

Note: The Kamloops-BCTS (Dyce Camp) will begin the season as 2.5 crews until the Kamloops-BCTS project is completed (end of May). The entire camp will then move to the Peachland area to complete 250,000 trees. After that they will join Brian Blaymires's Vernon-BCTS camp to complete the season.

Start-Up Schedule:
Dyce Camp 2010
Meeting Date & Time:
KAMLOOPS--Sunday, May 2nd at 1 PM
 

Where:

Zellers Parking Lot at #180-945 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC
You can find a map for Zellers in Kamloops here.

If you cannot make this meeting, or wish to go directly to the campsite please contact Matt Dyce.

If you plan to drive your personal vehicle directly to camp, we ask that you notify Matt Dyce and review the SOP’s for Bush Driving. You will be asked to sign off on these safe driving practices at camp.

 
In-Camp Training:
May 2nd, 6 pm -8 pm (Mandatory for all Planters)
First Camp Meal:
BBQ Dinner on May 2nd
Start Planting:
May 3
Client:
BC Timber Sales-Kamlolops / BC Timber Sales-Vernon
Supervisor
Matt Dyce
Crew Bosses:
Kalie Boot (assistant supervisor) / Jeff Ashton / Brad McCracken (6-pack)
Tree Deliverer:
Tim Stiles
Qualtiy Assessor:
Drew Dyce
Cook:
Judy Halpenny
Estimated Start & Finish Date:
May 3 to June 23
Shift:
4 and 1, some 5 and 1
Access:

Crew Cab, Suburban SUV's, quad

Average pay per tree:
Kamloops BCTS 10 cents / Vernon BCTS 14 cents
Planters:
31
Camp Locations:

Camp #1 Bush Camp (Paska Lake / Logan Lake Area)

Camp # 2 Bush Camp (Monte Lake Area)

Camp # 3 Bush Camp (Beautiful Lake, 30 min South of Falkland--join Blaymires Vernon Camp)

Camp Costs:
$25 (incl. GST)
Day Off Towns:

Kamloops

Mailing Address:

Coast Range Contracting c/o Dyce Camp
General Delivery STN MAIN, Kamloops, BC V2C 5K2

 

Mandatory Equipment Required
by all planters on this project:
  • REMINDER: Blocks will be assessed for whips and brush that may present an eye hazard. Some blocks will require the use of protective eyewear. You can use your own wrap-around style sunglasses, or Coast Range will supply you with CSA approved safety glasses.We strongly suggest bringing your own that you know are comfortable.
  • Hiking boots in good shape with deep tread soles and good ankle support (No running shoes or light-weight hikers!)
  • 2 Silvi-cool Sacs
  • Planting Bags
  • Planting Shovel (blade must be at least 20 cm long--NO EXCEPTIONS)
  • 5 Litre Water Jug
  • Thermal Coffee Mug
  • Supply of all-weather clothing (rain gear, toque, gloves, warm jacket, sweaters, etc)
  • Work clothes must be in reasonable condition
  • Weather-proof bag for the block
  • Watch (know what time it is on the block)
  • Notebook to keep track of your own tallies
  • 3-Season Tent
  • Warm Sleeping Bag & Thermal Mattress (nights can get very cold)
  • Please note that dogs are welcome, but any aggression against humans will not be tolerated

Equipment Supplied by Coast Range:
  • Camp Plates, Bowls, Cutlery
  • Safety Whistle
  • Hardhat (when necessary)
  • Safety Glasses (when necessary)
 
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