Background Statement
NoCo Places is a Colorado-based nonprofit dedicated to advancing a shared vision for conservation and outdoor recreation across Northern Colorado. We bring together public land managers, community partners, recreation interests, and other stakeholders to support healthy landscapes, sustainable outdoor recreation, and meaningful connections between people and the places they love.
Through collaboration, education, and strategic partnerships, NoCo Places helps address regional recreation challenges while supporting the conservation priorities of the agencies and organizations entrusted with managing our public lands. Our work includes promoting responsible recreation, addressing unauthorized trails, supporting trail stewardship and education, improving accessibility to outdoor experiences, and fostering stronger connections with Tribal communities.
We believe that protecting the places that make Northern Colorado special requires a collaborative, forward-looking approach—one that balances conservation, recreation, and community needs. By connecting people, organizations, and resources, NoCo Places works to ensure that Northern Colorado's treasured landscapes remain healthy, accessible, and resilient for generations to come.