YSA - Forest Service Fence ProjectAt Graveyard Flat in American Fork CanyonSaturday, 18 July 2015 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Leave from Provo at 8:00 am. It will take about an hour to arrive at Graveyard Flat. See Map.

For this Stake sponsored Forest Service project we will preserve by staining a 320 foot long log fence around a historic mining town graveyard now known as Graveyard Flat. The winter of 1872 was severe enough to close American Fork Canyon leaving little access into or out of Forest City. Diphtheria, known as the “strangling angel of children” was epidemic. It swept through town taking the lives of many children and some adults. Victims of this diphtheria outbreak are buried here at Graveyard Flat along with those that died by avalanche and falling mine debris. In all there are likely over a dozen unmarked graves at this site—results of the harsh life of a mining community.

A hearty lunch will be served in the afternoon after the project is completed. Afterwards, plan on individual ward activities in the area. Hiking, boating, water �ghts among other ideas.

Items to bring to the project:Water and water containers. Additional water will be provided to �ll your containers.Wear clothing that you don't mind getting paint stain on them.Sun block lotion, hat and closed toe shoes

Items that are provided:Paint brushes, paint stain & lunch

Photos ofPast Projects

Directions to Graveyard FlatFrom the mouth of American Fork Canyon, drive east on State Road 92. Turn left on the American Fork Canyon Road to Tibble Fork Reservoir SR144. Let the attendance at the booth know you are doing a Forest Service Project and there will be no charge. Drive the right fork dirt road FS-085 until you reach Graveyard Flat FS-320. Parking is limited. Extra parking is at Dutchman Flat, about four tenths of a mile further up the road.

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Graveyard Flat