The Coordinating Council and San Juan National Forest invites you to a field tour on October 1, 2024. We will tour the Upper Hermosa Creek Restoration Project, kick the dirt, take in the fall foliage, and enjoy a BBQ together. Please see the details below and we hope to see you there!
Note this tour is in replacement of the meeting scheduled October 1, 2024 Coordinating Council meeting.
RSVP: Please RSVP here (by Friday, Sept. 27 is preferable).
When: Tuesday, October 1, 10 am - 4:30 pm
Where: Meet at La Plata County Fairgrounds, travel to the Upper Hermosa Creek Restoration Project.
Outcomes: The goal will to tour a some features of the Upper Hermosa Creek Restoration Project and engage in dialogue and enhance understanding of the following topics:
Connections between roads, forest management and restoration
Project benefits for aquatic organisms and fish passage
Connections and considerations related to recreation
Upcoming 2025-26 projects in the area
Itinerary: We will meet at the La Plata County Fairgrounds at 10 am, arrange carpools, and travel to a variety of sites in the Hermosa Creek area. We will grill up some brats/hot dogs for lunch. Please bring sunscreen, hats, water and snacks to keep yourself fueled up for the day. A more detailed itinerary will be sent when you RSVP. Note: If you plan on driving your own vehicle, 4WD is recommended.
