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WATER FOR COLORADO: SHAPING OUR STATE'S WATER FUTURE

“One of the most essential pieces of infrastructure in our economy is our natural landscape, our clean air, and water, the things everyone thinks about when they hear the word ‘Colorado.’”
– Gov. Jared Polis

Water for Colorado agrees. We are glad the final Colorado Water Plan includes a productive economy that supports vibrant and sustainable cities; viable and productive agriculture; and river recreation, and tourism industries; an efficient and effective water infrastructure; and a thriving environment that includes healthy watersheds, rivers, streams, and wildlife.

Rivers Need Water

Keep rivers healthy and flowing to support wildlife and billion-dollar recreation and tourism industries.

Every Drop Counts

Protect our rivers by prioritizing water efficiency and conservation in our cities and towns.

Share Resources

Support flexible water-sharing agreements between farmers and communities.

Smarter Solutions

Avoid big, new water diversion projects that drain our Western Rivers.

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Renewing Commitment to the Colorado River at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market

19 Jun 2019
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In addition to the important water supply for agricultural, municipal and ecological purposes, summer on the Colorado River is synonymous with outdoor recreation. Expert sportsmen and novices alike flock to the water for rafting, kayaking, fishing, or even just a swim. But the...

Our Favorite Summertime Activities

24 May 2019
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Enjoying nature and spending time outdoors is a favorite year-round pastime in Colorado and an important driver of our economy. Colorado’s outdoor recreation industry generates $28 billion in customer spending per year and 229,000 direct jobs. It’s easy to see why this...
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This year’s runoff reports are promising, but drought is a long-term challenge in the West

30 Apr 2019
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After nearly two decades of drought in the American West, last winter’s heavy snowfall was a welcome surprise for communities in the region. That buildup of snow in the mountains melts each springtime, and eventually much of it runs into the Colorado River. However this...

Western Attitudes on Conservation Are Driving Action from Public Officials

14 Feb 2019
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2019 is already proving to be an exciting and inspiring year for those who care about the future of the Colorado River. Leaders in the seven basin states — Arizona, Colorado, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming — are working together collaboratively to...

What do the Colorado gubernatorial candidates have to say about water?

31 Oct 2018
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With the gubernatorial election fast approaching, Coloradans want to know where the candidates stand on the most important issues–including the Colorado’s rivers. As crucial assets to our recreation industry and agriculture and the lifeblood of both cities and wilderness,...

Putting Out Fires from the Front Lines: One Firefighter’s Experience Putting out Devastating Wildfires

30 Aug 2018
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By Lydia Zowada, member of the Nature Conservancy’s Forest and Fire Team I am back in Colorado right now, but I have spent the summer traveling across the West to battle wildfires. I have been a firefighter since 2014 and have been working in the natural resource field for...

Critically low Lake Mead levels highlight need for Arizona action

23 Aug 2018
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By Kevin Moran  (NOTE: this post first appeared on Environmental Defense Fund) Lake Mead water users this week learned we once again narrowly avoided water cutbacks by the skin of our teeth. A 24-month projection released Wednesday by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation shows we...

Celebrating Colorado River Day

24 Jul 2018
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In honor of Colorado River Day on July 25, Water for Colorado has assembled stories about the importance of the Colorado River from across the Basin. These short, unique tales highlight how the mighty Colorado powers all aspects of life in the West. Below you’ll see stories...

2018 is the Year of the Bird. Colorado Must Step Up to Protect Them

05 Jul 2018
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by Abby Burk, Western Rivers Regional Program Manager, Audubon Rockies On behalf of all Coloradoans, we are thrilled to have Governor Hickenlooper affirm support for the wildlife of Colorado by declaring 2018 the Year of the Bird. Hundreds of species of birds are native to...
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