Volunteers Needed for Upcoming Tamarisk Mitigation Project

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Tamarisk Mitigation Project to Take Place Mid-May The tamarisk is an aggressive invasive plant that out-competes native vegetation, contributing to a number of negative impacts to riparian ecosystems. Consuming a large quantity of water annually and spreading viciously, tamarisk plants choke out native vegetation, affect resource availability, create a largely…

Land & Rivers Fund Scholarship Application is Available

This scholarship is for a graduating senior who will be attending an accredited university, community college or vocational education program in the United States and plans to get a degree in the field of natural resources, environmental science or a related field. Any senior who meets the qualifications is eligible…

3 (free) River-Inspired Resources for Your Mental Health

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Eagle River Watershed Council held a two-part Rivers & Meditation series on Jan. 27 and Feb. 3, 2021. The virtual events offered participants opportunities to experience the calming effects that the sounds and images of water, combined with a guided meditation, can offer. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Samya…

Letter: Thanks for supporting Land & Rivers Fund

Eagle Valley Land Trust and Eagle River Watershed Council wish to thank all Land & Rivers Fund participating businesses and customers as 2021 ramps up. Despite a year of uncertainty, the program continued to grow in 2020 — success which wouldn’t be possible without the belief in the importance of…

You can (still) support us with your refund – Deadline extended to May 17!

The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended to May 17, 2021. ReFUND Colorado is still an option for eligible organizations until the May 17 deadline. This means that your communities can still…