Southwest Wetlands Focus Area

Mission Statement: The Southwest Colorado Wetlands Focus Area is a non-regulatory, non-profit partnership of voluntary and willing participants. Our mission is to preserve wetlands, riparian areas, and associated uplands through community partnerships, conservation, enhancement, restoration, creation, and education.  The area of focus is southwest Colorado and its drainages that extend into New Mexico and Utah. 

Wetlands in southwest Colorado are increasingly at risk from

• Human population growth and development
• Changes in ecosystems
• Lack of operational and maintenance funds
• Invasion of exotic plants, such as Russian olive and tamarisk

Preservation of threatened wetlands requires a combination of commitment, expertise, funding, and coordination among partners.  The Adopt-a-Wetland program addresses multiple challenges through volunteer stewardship provided by groups committed to community service. 

If you have a wetland or riparian area in need of adoption…

If your organization or club wants to donate services to a wetland…

Please contact
Catherine Ortega: 970-247-7393; ortega_c@fortlewis.edu

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