Annual State of the Rivers Meeting Tuesday, May 13, 2008 6:30-8:30 p.m. Eagle County Building, El Jebel
State Climatologist Nolan Doeskin will address local and statewide climate issues, there will be a preview of a new 15-minute Roaring Fork Watershed film and an update of the Roaring Fork Watershed Plan, Xcel Energy will give a presentation on its Shoshone Hydro Plant in Glenwood Canyon, and fish biologist Bill Miller will lead a discussion on the latest assessment of the Fryingpan River-Seven Castles blowout of last summer after a big rain event that left a big sediment deposition in the Fryingpan. This event is free and open to the public. For more information plese contact Jim Pokrandt at the Colorado River District at (970) 945-8522 x 236 or e-mail edinfo@crwcd.org. This event is sponsored by the Colorado River District, the Roaring Fork Conservancy and the Ruedi Water and Power Authority.
Biking Emma Open Space May 14, 2008 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Meet at: Basalt Post Office parking lot, Basalt, Colorado
Explore the fields, wetlands, and riverfront of Emma Open Space by bike! Bring your bike for this unique look at wildlife, scenic views, and engaging conversation about wildlife and water issues. Colorado Division of Wildlife and Roaring Fork Conservancy will lead this family-friend bike tour. Please dress appropriately; the event will happen rain or shine. Biking Emma Open Space is free and open to the public, however, space is limited, and registration is required. Sponsored by Roaring Fork Conservancy and Pitkin County Open Space & Trails.REGISTER ONLINE
