Eagle Mine Pipeline Release – March 22, 2021

The natural freeze-thaw cycle associated with the warming temperatures last week caused a pipeline fitting to leak, resulting in a spill of Eagle Mine-impacted water. The leak, located at the south end of Rex Flats, has been stopped. A total of 36,000 gallons of water is estimated to have been…

Land & Rivers Fund Scholarship Application is Available

This scholarship is for a graduating senior who will be attending an accredited university, community college or vocational education program in the United States and plans to get a degree in the field of natural resources, environmental science or a related field. Any senior who meets the qualifications is eligible…

About the 30×30 Coalition

A nationwide coalition of scientists and organizations is initiating an effort to protect 30% of America’s land and waters by the year 2030. This “30×30” campaign is based on what the science community believes is an essential extension of efforts to combat the devastating effects of climate change. We are…

Birds Love Water

Sharon Milligan/Audubon Photography Awards

This post was originally posted by the Vail Daily. See the original posting here.  February is National Embroidery Month — did you know? It’s also National Hot Breakfast Month and Black History Month. Observed annually on Feb. 14 is the well-known Valentine’s Day, and February 17 is National Cabbage Day….

3 (free) River-Inspired Resources for Your Mental Health

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Eagle River Watershed Council held a two-part Rivers & Meditation series on Jan. 27 and Feb. 3, 2021. The virtual events offered participants opportunities to experience the calming effects that the sounds and images of water, combined with a guided meditation, can offer. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Samya…