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A Blue River Watershed Group volunteer plants willows during a successful restoration project by the Town of Silverthorne along the Blue River. BRWG is currently recruiting volunteers for a willow planting in August.
This monthly column features organizations dedicated to natural resource management that provide stewardship opportunities in Summit County and neighboring communities. These organizations and volunteer opportunities are part of the “Summit Stewards — 5th Annual Summit County Summer 2009 Volunteer Calendar,” published by Friends of the Dillon Ranger District. Pick up the calendar of Summit's volunteer opportunities, including 31 organizations and over 110 events, at the Dillon Ranger Station or at all FDRD summer events.
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What: Organization: Blue River Watershed GroupMission: To protect, restore, and promote a healthy watershed through cooperative community education, stewardship, and resource management.
Contact Information: Cora McCold (970) 485-5581, info@blueriverwatershed.org
Testimonial: ‘I volunteer with the Blue River Watershed Group because I want to protect the natural beauty here, and because a healthy watershed is important to me.' —Ally Vallario
Next Project: August 14-15 — Jessie Mine and Mill Willow Planting (in partnership with Summit County Open Space and Trails)
Future Projects:
• September 12 - Patagonia Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival at Breckenridge River Walk Center
• September 25 - Patagonia Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival at Silverthorne Pavilion
