Background Statement
Founded in 1996, Roaring Fork Conservancy has been inspiring people to explore, value, and protect the Roaring Fork Watershed for 30 years. We engage children and adults with classroom- and field-based education programs; address key river issues through scientific studies to inform agencies and decision-makers; protect and manage multiple conservation easements; lead community programs to enhance and protect valuable water resources; and maintain a robust and dedicated group of volunteers who bolster our efforts. We build consensus on complex water issues by bridging the gaps between hard science, local and regional land use and water policies, recreational interests, requirements of a rural agricultural community, and the varied interests of full- and part-time residents in the Roaring Fork Valley.
We rely on a broad network of supporters to help keep our rivers and riparian habitat healthy, and your contribution will go a long way in continuing to make this work possible.