Over 150 volunteers collected trash throughout the entire Roaring Fork Watershed! This was all made possible by generous volunteers and supporters like YOU, who love our rivers. THANK YOU!

THANK YOU to our Watershed Cleanup Sponsors!

Alpine Bank | Colorado Wildlife Council | Pitt Hyde | Jean Moore  
RJ Paddywacks sponsors in the name of... Steve Berry  
Susan & David Young | Gerard Tomasso & Sherry Caloia 
Colorado Parks & Wildlife | REI Co-op |Town of Basalt 
Waste Management

Trash is revealed in the spring as snow melts. Please pick it up where and when you can. Keep it Clean because we all live downstream.

For trash that is inaccessible or hazardous, please call local authorities.

  Thank you to our River Float Sponsors:

Registration opens May 1. 
This float sells out every year. Don't delay and register today!

Dogs are being trained to protect aquatic ecosystems, particularly from aquatic nuisance species, around the world. Executive director of Working Dogs for Conservation, Pete Coppolillo, Ph.D., will share how dogs have been able to detect invasive plants and animals, and span the continuum from early detection to mapping and containing infestations, to eradication, with examples from around the United States. He’ll also share some unanticipated benefits of working with dogs, along with pictures and stories from the field.

This program is FREE but registration is required to ensure we have plenty of happy hour beverages and refreshments.

We want to hear from YOU!

RFC recently completed a restoration project at Riverfront Park in Carbondale. If you are familiar with the park and use it, we’d love your feedback. Please take 5 minutes to complete our short, anonymous survey at 

Dear River Stewards,

I’m new to using boat ramps and want to make sure
I don’t start any fights. What do I need to know about
the use and etiquette before I go?

Signed,
Boat Ramp Rookie

Dear Boat Ramp Rookie: 

The boat ramp can be an intimidating and chaotic place, but if you’re courteous of others’ time, space, and gear, you’ll be good to go! Understanding the flow of the boat ramp is key to good etiquette.

• Do all your prep work in the staging area before heading down to the water. The ramp itself is only for launching and loading boats. 
• Once at the water, launch your boat and move your vehicle/trailer quickly. If you need to wait for your group, tie off in the eddy away from the ramp to keep traffic flowing. 
• Be mindful of space: Use only one launch lane per group, keep your gear together, and stay out of others' way—including in the parking lot and drop-off zones. 
• The take-out follows similar rules. Stay out of the way of the ramp until you are actively loading your gear onto a vehicle and get off the ramp in a timely manner.
• Beware of peak days (holidays & weekends). Prepare with extra time and a “go with the flow” attitude. Know there will be more traffic, including commercial trips, at the ramp. 

Smile, wave, and offer a hand to others for extra points. Remember, we’re all here to have fun!

This information and other helpful tips can be found in the User Guide to the Lower Roaring Fork River. Download a copy of the guide here or stop by the River Center to pick up your own waterproof copy.

Keep it flowing!
River Stewards Alyssa, Alex, Chase, PJ, & Melissa

 

 

 

	Double your Impact with a Company Match By taking advantage of a company's matching gift benefit, you may be able to double or even triple the amount of your contribution. Ask your HR department today and notify RFC by emailing sheryl@roaringfork.org.

Consider a Charitable Rollover Individuals over 70½ may donate to charities directly from their IRA, known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). QCDs count towards any required minimum distribution (RMD) an account holder must take from their IRA. With a QCD you can benefit your Roaring Fork Watershed, fulfill your RMD requirement, and exclude that amount from your income. Ask your financial advisor if this is a good strategy for you to support your rivers!

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  If you have a City Market loyalty card, supporting your watershed is as easy as 1-2-3!

  1) Click enroll and log in to your account at www.citymarketcommunityrewards.com

  2) Search for Roaring Fork Conservancy or CV113

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