The Eagle River Coalition team is thrilled to collaborate with the Re/Max Elevate Vail Valley team to remove tires from in and near the Eagle River in Edwards later this summer! Tires don’t belong in the river – they can leach chemicals into waterways and lead to water quality issues,…

A water-wise demonstration garden at the Riverwalk in Edwards.Todd Winslow Pierce/Eaglevalleywild.org In the springtime, as crabapple trees bloom and aspen leaves unfurl, the snow on local peaks melts away and irrigation systems get turned on. It is the perfect time to reflect on outdoor water use in our arid climate….

James Dilzell, executive director of Eagle River Coalition, has announced that he will be stepping down from the role after more than 5 years at the organization.  The organization, Eagle River Coalition, advocates for the health of the Upper Colorado and Eagle River Basins within Eagle County. Its work includes…

Local rivers are critical for all who visit or live in Eagle County, providing recreation opportunities, supporting a longstanding agricultural community and providing habitat for wildlife and aquatic life, from native trout to big horn sheep. However, these rivers are at risk. Over-allocation of water, a reduction of flows due…