In the past year, many of our trails and recreation areas saw doubled increases in visitation. Learn about the impact of overcrowding on our public lands, and how the state, community, and outdoor recreation industry is handling the strain. Guest speaker...
At the Nexus of Wildfire & Water Our 2nd evening will feature ongoing studies conducted by partners at Mountain Studies Institute (MSI) and Rocky Mountain Research Station (RMRS). Researchers Scott Roberts and Dr. Rhoades will share data and stories that...
Adapting to the Unprecedented For our 3rd evening, Emily Hohman will be explaining how 2020 was a challenging fire year across the US, with significant wildfire impacts and reductions in prescribed fire activity in some regions. Despite these challenges, many...
We heard you! SJCA will be holding monthly meetings featuring one of our program staff for an update on his/her program work. This month will be focused on the Animas River with Marcel Gaztambide, Animas Riverkeeper. Marcel with give a...
In Our Backyard – Community Preparedness & Seasonal Outlooks: To wrap up the Forest & Fire Learning Series, we will learn about local wildfire resources and mitigation efforts with Alex Graf and Gem Boone. Alex will cover some of the many programs and services...
Our May Monthly Scoop will feature Jimbo Buickerood, SJCA's lands and forest protection manager. Jimbo will provide an update on our upcoming BioBlitz in the HD Mountains and other public lands issues. Zoom registration is required to join this free...
Farmington Green Drinks June 16, 2021, 5-6pm over Zoom Farmington Green Drinks is still going strong! Mark your calendars for the third Wednesday of the month to enjoy a beer and good conversation with other residents who care about the...
Join in for our June Monthly Scoop with SJCA's wildlife manager, Gary Skiba. Beyond Gary's extensive background with the Colorado Division of Wildlife, his personal passion for wildlife is infectious. Expect an update of wolf restoration progress, bighorn sheep management,...
SJCA's newest addition to the team, Emelie Frojen, is tackling this month's Monthly Scoop. She's bringing a fresh take on what it means to have a just and equitable energy transition in the Four Corners area. Join our latest Climate...
Plan on attending the July 19 wolf open house in Durango! Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is starting a series of wolf reintroduction planning meetings across Colorado. These will be “open house” style meetings, where the public can interact with staff from...
