Since 1997, Roaring Fork Conservancy has taught students about the precious resource that unites our valley — water. Watershed education programs are available to school, youth and civic groups year-round. All programs incorporate inquiry learning, hands-on activities, and relevant place-based content for students in the Roaring Fork Valley.

Standards
All programs are correlated to the Colorado Academic Standards and North American Association of Environmental Education Standards. We strive to help teachers meet curriculum needs.

Program Fees
Thanks to the generosity of donors, Pitkin County Healthy Rivers and Pitkin County Open Space and Trails, most school programs are FREE throughout 2025. Contact RFC's education program coordinator for more details.

VIEW OUR 2024 EDUCATION PROGRAM CATALOG                            

YOUR STUDENTS CAN BE ECOLOGISTS ON PUBLIC LAND!

Here are samples of our most popular educational programs, from pre-school to college age classes.

Custom & Outdoor Education Programs
With a staff of quality environmental educators we are able to create and provide new and different educational programs. Topics can include anything related to rivers and water, including but not limited to weather, ecology, riparian plants and animals, water law, water resources, water history, water chemistry, water quality, groundwater, land use, geology, wetlands, literature studies, fly fishing, art and science, and more. 

Many schools in the Roaring Fork Valley provide varying degrees of Experiential Education/Outdoor Education programs for their students. We are glad to provide educational programming prior to student river trips. Many times we have been able to send one of our educators on school river trips and provide environmental education programming during the trip. Please contact us to discuss how we can assist your school's program.

Roaring Fork Conservancy is also a member of Winter Wildlands Alliance SnowSchool, offering various snow science workshops and classes for children and adults!

Thank you to the following schools for their continued support: