MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Our spring project announcement is just around the corner -
registration opens to non-members on April 3rd.
From new programs like our Intro to Restoration Training, evening trail maintenance on the popular Mushroom Rock and Blue Ribbon Trails in Carbondale, overnight opportunities to some of our most loved Wilderness routes, family-friendly weekends like the Marble Extravaganza, or a day of planting at the Silt River Preserve, we’ve got something for everyone to get outdoors with Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers!
Check out this sneak peek of what we have in store for you this season!
PRE-SEASON REGISTRATION FOR MEMBERS
Members get ready to cash in on one of our best membership perks of the year: early bird registration will be taking place March 20th - April 2.
Be on the lookout for your exclusive membership email containing your code to access priority registration for our upcoming season. We encourage you to sign-up early as space is limited and our most popular projects fill up quickly.
Not currently a member?
There's still time to join to take advantage of this member-exclusive, plus members can feel good about helping to provide this essential funding that makes our work possible. Click HERE to learn more about membership impact and how your recurring or one-time gift, starting at just $25, can help sustain our stewardship momentum.
RFOV AWARDED COLORADO STATE OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT
RFOV has been selected to receive a grant from the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office for our seasonal trail crew toenhance workforce capacity in trail stewardship. This new grant program, funded through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) as a part of the American Rescue Plan Act, aims to bolster the positive economic impact of the outdoor recreation industry in Colorado.
RFOV will use this funding to hire and train 5 seasonal staff as well as work on public lands with limited local funding to accomplish critical trail maintenance within our region.
Volunteer LEADERSHIP TRAININGS
BECOME A VOLUNTEER CREW LEADER
Want to take your passion and skills to the next level?
Join us for one of our two-day weekend Crew Leader Trainings to learn everything you'll need to know to help lead other volunteers in trail, restoration, and fire mitigation projects.
Session 1: May 13 & 14
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wulfshon Open Space, Glenwood Springs
or
Session II: July 15 & 16
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Snowmass Village
All that we require to join the training is love for the work we do and a desire to support RFOV projects! Sign up on our website when our registration goes live or reach out to our Program Director, Melissa Daniels, at mdaniels@rfov.org for more information.
VOLUNTEER AS A PROJECT AMBASSADOR
RFOV's community projects depend on Project Ambassadors to sign in and orient volunteers, talk to the community about the project and other RFOV work during the volunteer day, and support general project logistics.
Project Ambassador Training Opportunities offered at the Third Street Center in Carbondale:
Thursday, May 18
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
or
Tuesday, July 11
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Sign up on our website when our registration opens or reach out to our Director of Communications & Engagement, Sara Gilbertson, at sgilbertson@rfov.org to learn more about this accessible, low-strenuous volunteer opportunity.
PRE-SEASON SOCIAL EVENTS
RFOV TRIVIA NIGHT
This event is open to all ages and there will be prizes for the winners!
Thursday, March 16th
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Honey Butter Restaurant
on HWY 133 in Carbondale
We'll quiz you on everything outdoors - from the exciting to the extreme - while you enjoy delicious food, drinks, and milkshakes for purchase at our hosting venue. No registration is required.
EVENT RESCHEDULED: WINTER BONFIRE
Here's another chance to join RFOV and our program host, Aspen Valley Land Trust (AVLT), for a fun evening.
Thursday, March 30
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Coffman Ranch outside of Carbondale
The evening will kick off with a short guided hike before sundown, followed by snacks, warm drinks and lively conversation around the fire. Come connect with people and place, while learning more about how RFOV & AVLT work together to conserve and restore local lands.
There is no cost to attend and all ages are welcome.
EASY WAYS TO GIVE
TWO WAYS TO GIVE THAT DON'T COST A CENT
LINK YOUR REWARDS CARD
Every dollar you spend benefits RFOV!
Go to citymarketrewards.com
Login or create an account
When asked to "Link your card", enroll in "Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteer" from the list of organizations
TAKE THE ASPEN PLEDGE
By simply signing the Aspen Pledge, you can help RFOV unlock up to $50,000 in donations from the Aspen Chamber Resort Association (ACRA) and continue to spread stewardship in our communities.
