Every year WSCC recognizes an outstanding volunteer, someone who embodies the core values of integrity, service to community, and dedication, and highlights their excellent service and commitment to conservation advocacy and watershed stewardship. This year, that award became even more [...]
Until Monday, April 14th, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has a public comment period open for the Supplemental Environmental Assessment for the Bull Mountain Unit MDP EIS and Dual Operator 5-Pad Proposal EA (Supplemental EA). [...]
Speaking out with a collective voice is one of the most powerful ways to enact change. All concerned citizens should call or write our Members of Congress or consider joining WSCC at any of our upcoming community events to learn more. Click to learn [...]
As promised, the new Administration has moved aggressively to “drill, baby, drill” and assert “energy dominance” across our public lands. As these campaign slogans are translated into policy they begin to form a clear picture of the threats our public lands face. At the heart of this scheme [...]
The actions taken by a newly-elected President on their first day in office reflect their priorities and help define their policies for the next four years. Unfortunately, many of the Executive Actions taken since January 20th do not reflect the priorities of North Fork Valley [...]
It’s that time of year again. The holidays are winding down and our thoughts turn towards…the Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) of our snowpack. Well…at least they do for us! Here in western Colorado, a snowy winter is the promise of a good water year and that hope that our rivers will run [...]
There are some big changes happening in the Paonia River Park, and not at the hands of WSCC’s amazing team of volunteers. Beavers have moved into the Park, and are redecorating accordingly. This may seem concerning to many Park visitors, with the sudden felling of trees and increased water [...]
The fight will be harder, the need greater. Over the last several years, conservation efforts in Western Colorado and the North Fork Valley have made momentous progress. WSCC is committed to the important work to protect what we all value in the North Fork [...]