OCTOBER 6th-8th, 2020: 15th Annual Sustaining Colorado Watersheds Conference: Business as (Un)Usual | Virtual and In-Person throughout CO. For 2020 we’ll be focusing on work that challenges the status quo, represents different perspectives around any given issue, or highlights new partnerships and/or business models that are helping to sustain and advance projects, programs, or even entire organizations. Sponsorship opportunities are available HERE, and visit the conference homepage HERE.
OCTOBER 6th, 2020, 10 am- 11:30 am “Ideas RoundUP Open Space” | Public Spaces | Rocky Mountain Land Use Institute. Public spaces are important for promoting physical activity, mental well-being, and creating a sense of community. However, while parks and other public spaces are meant to be open to all, not all feel welcome. This session will explore the racial and social constructs that influence how these spaces are used. For more information and to register click HERE.
OCTOBER 13th-29th, 2020: Water Conservation Symposium | Colorado WaterWise | Virtual. Colorado WaterWise invites you to save the date for the 12th annual conservation symposium. They are continuing to monitor the latest information related to the COVID-19 pandemic and will adhere to all regulations related to public gatherings in effect at that time. Non-member tickets only $25.00! For more information on the event, click HERE. Register HERE.
OCTOBER 15th, 2020, 1:30-2:30 pm | Revisioning Relevance To Become OF/BY/FOR ALL | COSA Conference | Webinar. In place of the conference this fall, we're hosting a FREE interactive webinar with keynote speaker Nina Simon. Nina is the Spacemaker & CEO of OF/BY/FOR ALL, a global nonprofit that creates digital tools to help civic and cultural organizations become more inclusive, relevant, and sustainable. Nina will share concrete strategies to help your team re-vision your organization and your relationship with the communities that matter most to your future. You’ll leave the webinar with tools you can use to build a future of, by, and for your community. For more information and to register click HERE.
OCTOBER 17th, 2020 | Fishing Derby | Greenwood Village. Join the Greenwood Village residency in their Fishing Derby. Bring your own pole, tackle, bait and mask. Reservations are limited. Click HERE for more information.
OCTOBER 21st- NOVEMBER 11th 2020 | Trout Tank Pitch Accelerator. Trout Tank H20 is about ensuring entrepreneurs who are stepping up to preserve and protect the things we love about living, working, and playing in Colorado are successful, which means we all get to continue to do the things we love. It is free to apply but only 15 companies will be accepted so be sure to apply early. Entrepreneurs and businesses along the range from early-stage startups to more established companies are welcome. If you have an idea, product, or service that addresses a water-related challenge, you are a fit for this program. Applications close on October 15th, 2020. For more information click HERE.
OCTOBER 20th-29th, 2020: Common Ground Conference | Colorado Section of the Society for Range Management | Virtual. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from and interact with local professionals in rangeland agriculture, land management, applied ecology, and science communication. Registration is free, easy, and you can tune in to any of the October 2020 sessions virtually!
OCTOBER 22nd, 8am-12:30pm | Confluence: Colorado Water Summit | Virtual. This Summit is the only water conference in the region to examine the economic issues surrounding the scarcity of water affecting the growing numbers of residents of the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado. Confluence will take a deep dive into issues surrounding rising water prices, and will explore the many facets of water availability, cost, conservation, development and supply. For more information click HERE.
OCTOBER 2020: Roxborough State Park’s naturalist guided activities. Come join the fun, learn about nature and watch Roxborough State Park change with the seasons. Park naturalists will lead you on a journey of discovery through our guided hikes and activities. Programs, sponsored by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, are free; however, please remember that all vehicles entering the park must purchase a $9 daily pass or display a valid annual pass. Please note: most programs require reservations. For information and to register for programs call the park at 303-973-3959. For the full list and newsletter click HERE.
DECEMBER 2nd-3rd, 2020: South Platte Forum. SPF may offer a condensed, online event that would still include timely speakers and topics from within the South Platte Basin. Browse the agenda topics HERE, and register early HERE before October 1st.
JULY 19th-21st, 2021 | American Water Resources Association (AWRA) 2021 Land and Water Policy Specialty Conference | Denver. The 2021 Summer Specialty Conference will bring together stakeholders from various types of organizations and professions across multiple disciplines to address the design, integration, and implementation of the programs and research necessary to improve the connection of land and water planning and policy. For more information click HERE.
OCTOBER 11th-13th, 2021: Colorado Open Space Alliance Conference | Grand Hyatt in Vail.