UGRWCD HOSTS STUDENTS FROM THE LEAD HOMESCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR A MORNING OF WATERSHED EDUCATION

Nearly 40 students and program leaders visited the District’s facility on May 15, 2025 for a morning of learning about the Upper Gunnison River watershed.  District staff provided instruction on aquatic nuisance species and water quality testing, the advantages of and building Wet Meadows Restoration structures, and lessons on streamflow and riparian concepts at the Water Wonder Trailer. Following the morning of hands-on learning, the students enjoyed a picnic lunch. This visit to the UGRWCD was made possible by a UGRWCD Mini-Grant. 

UGRWCD Supports the “Blessing of the Ditches”

Picnic and Celebration

Over 100 individuals and families enjoyed sunshine, a picnic, original music, speakers, vendors and plenty of “ditch” fun at the “Blessing of the Ditches” on Saturday, May 18th, 2025 at Meadow Park.  This Celebration was made possible in part by a UGRWCD Mini-Grant.  Special thanks to the organizers, volunteers, musicians and speakers who made this event such a success!